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    v6 '84 Mariner 150hp

    What would cause this type of motor to only foul plugs on port side? I Believe odd number cylinders 1.3.&5. I have been told my 3 carb setup has preset air fuel mixture, which i believe since there is no adjustment that I can find.
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    Spun Prop Hub or something worse?

    I recently took my 18foot 84 Stratos with Mariner 150 out with its SS prop and when I go into forward gear it goes into gear like a normal outboard going forward, but then with a little gas kicks, like something is slipping and then catching (like in a car popping a clutch feeling). It only does...
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    Idle Mixture Screw

    1984 Mariner 150hp V6 2 cyc. SN#5362*** reviewing the diagram dosnt seem my motor has an Idle mixture screw, how do I adjust my mixture without it? or am I missing something?
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    Inspiring Restoration Commercial

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMXbU4eNWlI&feature=BF&list=QL&index=1
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    70hp Mariner 3 cyl CD ignition (NO SPARK)

    1979 model, This is the information leading up to the problem.> I sold this guy my old boat, which I replaced all the electrical on the motor mentioned, parts replaced. >new Wiring harness on motor >3 coils >switchbox >trigger >stator >plugs and plug wires >rectifier after replacing the motor...
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    help IDing Starcraft just purchased

    help ID, looks like a startcraft...my buddy saw my resto and he went out and bought this boat to resto, so I offered to help find a simliar boat restoration write up so he can get some ideas started... heres the pics
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    Huge texas rattlesnake

    TEXAS RATTLER, THE GUY 6'2 WE GROW EM BIG HERE IN THIS PART OF TEXAS.
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    Fishing for coyotes

    http://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/article_9b8d7648-ac12-11df-85e7-001cc4c03286.html APPARENTLY THIS GUY BAGGED THE BIG ONE, WHAT A FUNNY STORY.
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    Peanut Butter VS BondoGlass

    i tried following the rules" and keep this to my restoration...... Peanut butter seems a common solution for filling gaps, and creating fillets, but what is peoples opinion on BondoGlass?
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    Plywood

    I didnt realize there was so many types... This is what I found in 23/32"x4"x8" I guess they shave 1/32 to save money? BcPine ULX Ext $35.98 per/sht Arauco ACX $40.97 per/sht should I be using one of these ply's for my Transom/deck repair? Also what does everybody else use/recommend?
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    Drop-In Livewell Replacement

    Im gonna start this thread about asking where I can find livewell replacements since mine are cracked on the bottom, But then I may just end up turning this into a "howto" build your own since I cant find any on google search or here....
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    ********My 84' 285 Stratos Project********

    http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=404575
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    1/4 mile in 3.73 seconds W/*pics*

    FOR ALL OF YOU WHO LOVE BOATS, BUT NEVER SEEN ONE GO 247 MPH.... SDBA NATIONALS WHERE IN SAN ANGELO THIS LAST WEEKEND FOR THE 4TH ANNUAL SHOWDOWN IN SAN ANGELO. IT WAS AWESOME SO ILL SHARE SOME PICS AND HOPE YOU ENJOY. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn1CWb3PvG8 SHORT VID. BY SOMEONE ELSE...
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    Faq?

    I couldnt find a faq for boat restoration but i believe there should be.... My question is..... What are some common website/stores for boat restoration products? - please list your favorite and explain why.
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    84' Stratos resurrection***PICS***

    Ill let the images describe most of the progress, feel free to ask questions or provide helpful input. Weatherford, Tx I-20 just picked up headed back to San Angelo! blew out the front two bearings! luckily it was on the access ramp before I jumped on the interstate, even more luck the ramp...
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    How to Remove Cap *pics*

    84' Stratos bass boat Project- This is what ive done so far, but is there other things I should look for or do before I try to left the cap off. REMOVED OUTBOARD REMOVED SCREWS AND RUBBER PIECE BUT HAD CUT SOME SILICONE AND EPOXY Also what are some proven methods for lifting a cap off...
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    How to Fix This *pic attached*

    Below water line deep gouges in clear coat down to fiberglass, maybe even a little into the glass. 1.) product 2.) where to buy 3.) best application methods and/or other tips 4.) links ALSO - I know the eye isn't supposed to be in front of the bow stop but that's how it was when I bought...
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    70hp 3 cyl Quick timing Question

    max spark 27? BTDC @crank speed 300rpm (which is 23? BTDC@ 5500rpm) what should my max timing show @ cranking when setting the timing in my garage at home? 27? or 23??
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    Is My Flywheel Mounted Right?

    79' mARINER 70hp step one on the FAQ thread says this "Manual specs are different for each but this is close enough to get them all REAL close. This assumes nothing is broken or "wrong" with it. This also assumes that the timing pointer is properly adjusted (if adjustable) to accurately read...
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    Diagnose *pics* of spark plugs>

    Cylinder 3 Cylinder 2 Cylinder 1 79' mariner 70 HP Cold engine bogs and only reaches 2500 WOT. Warm engine "burps" makes a burping, and boom, 5500 WOT. What can you tell me? BRAND NEW> Spark Pulgs/Stator/Trigger/Rectifier/wiring harness/fuel lines & fittings.
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