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  1. swaycleveland

    new prop and right turn

    So, i finally pulled the trigger on a new prop. the boat is a 85 4 winns 21ft 3.8 omc stringer with a 14.25x 19 ss 3 blade.. so i pulled the trigger on the 4 blade solas. I was hedging my bets on the 14.5x15 4blade for a couple of reasons. My reasons, addition of kicker motor ( 93 9.9...
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    i would like some opinions pleasel

    facts 1985 4winns santara 217 fisherman 22 ft 4000lbs ?? guessing 3.8 l v6 producing a whopping 185hp 300 hours perfectly tuned ( i'm so anal about this) rpm range 4200- 4600 max omc stringer final gear ratio 1.71 current prop 14.5 x 19 stainless unknown brand original bottom smooth as a baby's...
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    OMC 1985 v6 stringer repair manual

    Hey guys, im looking to reseal my upper housing on my 85 stringer driver. However, i seemed to have a problem. The adult only section downloads seem to have dissapeared for this drive. Anyone have a pdf version they could share with the rest of the class? I have all the parts but I would...
  4. swaycleveland

    decisions decisions which to choose

    Hey guys, Looking to buy a new prop. I don't NEED a new one, but I'm a bit of a boy scout and would like to carry a spare. So I figure if I'm gonna get a new one is add a little extra performance while I'm at it. The boat is a 85 four winns santara fisherman 217 omc stringer 800 (not sure...
  5. swaycleveland

    what do you see here? advise needed

    Hey guys. I think its time for a new prop. The facts..... 21ft 4 winns (85) Omc 3.8 185hp Omc stringer 800 Gear ratio 1.77 Suggested wot 4200 to 4800 Prop is factory 14.5x19 Boat weight is around 3000 here's the problem I'm able to run the boat up to wot range but only get 30mph oops almost...
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    Merc prop omc stringer OD

    I was given a prop stainless 3 blade. 14x17 cupped turbo that was on aa friends alpha one. I have an omc stringer 800. Both hubs I think are 15 spline. I'm guessing it ain't gonna be plug and play. Anyone have any insight on this? I'm looking for threads on it but not really coming up with...
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    omc stringer 800 outdrive drain plug washers

    hey guys, i recently read on iboats that nylon washers not o rings are the right way to go on my 800 stringer. I am greatful for that little piece of info. however the tool over at west marine handed me o rings. the good news is that i a) didnt use them b) just did the lube change for the...
  8. swaycleveland

    have manual....need clarification 85 omc stringer

    1985 four winns 3.8l motor 800 stringer i have downloaded the manual from this site and im looking for some help id like to check the fluid in my trim motor. however on page 312 of the manual it give a fill procedure which is a little vague. there is supposed to be a fill and drain screw on...
  9. swaycleveland

    what are these for?

    hey everyone, just a quick question. i have a 85 4winns 217 santara fisherman. i have wells under the seat cushion behind the captains chairs. there is a drain plug in each. what are they????? also if you look at the picture you will see some teak wood across the back of the boat. the 2 outside...
  10. swaycleveland

    new owner.. great site and a few ??

    good evening everyone! so, ive been lurjing around here for a couple weeks now. mostly looking around for helpful hints to my new pride and joy! looks like a great site with tons for info. so thanks to all the posters who lend helping hands! this is my new toy! shes a 1985 4winns santara 217...
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