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    Another spark plug question

    So i've researched which plugs to get and picked up the AC MR43LTS. Pulled the plugs today and they're very different from these. The plugs that I pulled from the motor are Champion rv15yc4 and look like they've been there for quite some time. They are substantially different with regard to...
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    Oil Pan and dipstick tube fitting leak/sealing

    Guys, I unfortunately found an oil leak originating at the junction between the oil pan and drain fitting... UGGGHHH:mad-new: Looks like there are some o-rings and washers there and I'm hoping that its just as simple as the replacing the oring and washers item #'s 49, 57 and 58...
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    Stereo kill switch wiring

    I've installed a simple on/off switch so that I can kill power to the stereo and not drain the battery. The switch works as it should after I wired it but I thought I'd be able to wire so that the settings would be maintained when I switch it back on. Is this possible? I have a yellow wire...
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    Manifolds and Risers - guess I'm replacing??

    Hey all, Well in my process of going through this new to me old boat, I removed one of the risers (port) to check its condition... New to the I/O world and have been reading a ton so figured I don't want to chance having any issues since I have no idea how old the risers/manifolds are and they...
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    Replacing thermostat housing

    Hey guys, I'll be replacing the t-stat housing this weekend... Do I install the gasket dry? Or do I need to use some dressing of some sort. Sorry if this is a stupid question but I'm a total noob working on this motor. Thanks in advance.
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    Bellows replacement - 96 VP SX outdrive

    Re: Bellows replacement - 96 VP SX outdrive Hmmm, ok but when I'm going to buy parts, etc. I'm asked to choose one of may different model #'s for the SX drive.. Just want to be sure I'm ordering the right parts.
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    Alignment tool

    Hey guys, need to get me an alignment tool. Which is recommended? There's a couple on eBay that are advertised for merc's and volvo's for about $30 but not sure if they're the right ones? thanks in advance!
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    Fuel Filters

    I have this new to me 1996 VP 4.3gs that I'm getting familiar with and setting up for spring. Replacing the fuel line from tank and some fittings. There are no fuel filters currently. Is it advisable to have some sort of filter between the tank and pump or something before the carb to protect...
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    Battery tender jr opinions

    Guys, any opinions on the deltran battery tender jr? $23 on amazon. Thoughts? http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000CITK8S
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    96 Chris Craft Concept 18 Clean Up

    Hey all, So I've been cleaning up and prepping for the spring as much as I can on the new boat and figured I'd start a thread on all the happenings. Boat's all covered up and put away so not much to do on her till it warms up some but I've removed most of the vinyl for cleanup in the basement...
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    Changing belts

    1996 4.3gs PNCA...I'd like to change out the belts and am having an issue finding heavy duty marine grade ones, as I've read I shouldn't be using automotive belts. Anyone have part numbers that I can use. I think there's 3 of them? Thanks
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    Bellows replacement - 96 VP SX outdrive

    Gearing up to attempt the bellows replacement myself. Been reading and researching... Have a clymers manual, downloaded manuals and ordered a factory outdrive service manual. Will be building a stand on a dolly that I have first then will pull the outdrive. No rush on this as its winter so...
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    New stereo install

    Just picked up a 96 Chris craft concept 18 and am changing out the head unit. I spliced the new harness and am getting 12v out of the harness when I check with my multi meter on the red and black wires, but plugged in, no power to the head unit. This is a brand new head unit I just purchased...
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    1996 VP 4.3 GS... Which manual is best?

    Just picked up a 1996 Chris craft with same year 4.3 GS PNCA and SX outdrive. I'm new to these motors and am trying to read up n learn all I can to be able to do the basic maintenance stuff on my own. My last setup was an 85hp force (totally different beast of course). Any recommendations on a...
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    Removing road traffic striping paint from my car

    :blue: My fiance borrowed my truck on her trim to the poconos with the kids and comes back with what looks like traffic line paint spray all along each side of my truck along the bottom of the doors and wheel wells. Yellow on one side and white on the other. Turns out she was following a line...
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    Bought a tilt/trim unit... Now for the install?

    Picked up what looks to be a good complete tilt trim unit. PO claims all freshwater and no corrosion on unit apparent. Tested it by connecting the two wires to my battery and then switching to check up and down basic operation and it works good. Guess won't know if it leaks down until I...
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    Removing 1988 85hp for resto

    Hey all, So I'm planning on removing the motor from the boat this weekend and setting it on a stand I'm building. (Getting at the transom). Never done this before and figuring it out as I go with the help of iboats. From my research, the lifting point on this motor is at the flywheel, the 3...
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    1988 85 HP.. Weight?

    Anyone know how heavy it is? I'm trying to figure out if I need to rent a rig to take it off the boat or get a few guys over to lift it off?
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    1988 Maxum 1700...There's no turning back now!

    So I was in denial thinking that my 25 year old Maxum with the soft floor could be simply repaired by re-decking. After sifting through all the posts on this forum and reading a ton before I got the boat in my driveway, I felt like this is no big deal... I can handle this! Well, I got the boat...
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    Temp/Pressure Gauges

    Hey all, Any recommendations on water temp and pressure gauges and sending units? I'm looking to fit out my motor with both as well as keep the tell tale I previously installed. I'm planning on connecting the pressure sending unit through the fitting towards the bottom of the motor near the...
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