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  1. Sunsetrider

    Help with engine no-start

    1976 Albin 25 with the Volvo MD17C motor: admittedly I upgraded the battery room cabling myslef - including the addition of an ACR - and have currently left the house wiring an unconnected mess, but still ---> last Saturday was first chance this summer to use the Manatee - turned the key and...
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    MD17C fuel pump issue

    I'm taking a second shot at this: I want to bypass the mechanical pump and leave the after-installed electric fuel pump acting alone. Reason: the mechanical pump leaks fuel and I have been told this is the accepted solution. Anyone have experience with this issue?
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    Need to remove ancient shore power outlet

    It was disconnected long ago - the boat no longer has nor wants shore power as such - but I would like to install a simple plastic receptacle for the charger I am going to install. Can this be removed or do I have to leave it there and drill a new hole for the new piece?
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    Crying in the Wilderness

    or as they say up here in the Frozen North: "he's in over his head". :lol: I have in mind to redo my electrical system, and to that end I have purchased the Add-a-Battery ACR (to replace the Perko) and the Promarine 12 amp dual-battery smart charger. I've taken the CPSS short electrical course...
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    AC Charger with BlueSea ACR hookup ?

    I am upgrading electrics over this winter: I have bought a BlueSea ACR and Switch, and am looking at getting the newly released ProMarine Sport Gen3 12A charger The charger is designed to hook up to 2 batteries at the same time. The ACR also functions (I believe) to distribute the charge...
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    Repairing bow ding - FB

    I finished up with the tinnie (just need to replace the steering cable next Spring) and have found me a beautiful 1976 Albin 25 trawlerette. When I bought the boat and the PO took me on a get-acquainted tour of the harbour it was berthed bow-in at a concrete dock with no finger piers. My first...
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    Volvo won't turn over

    Volvo MD17C: Yesterday prepping for our first social outing I took the boat around the marina channels for a little single-screw practice, then back to the dock and shut off. The motor had started up first crank and was running smoothly. Half hour later the guests arrive and the engine won't...
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    Need to make vent hole smaller

    The two vents on the forward cabin top on my Albin 25 went missing by the PO *you can se the patched hole on the stbd cabintop below) and I am going to replace them with this: NICRO #N28810, 3" WHITE AIRVENT 500 The Chandlery Online The existing vent holes are a titch under 4 inches in diameter...
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    Cosmetic gelcoat deck refurbishing

    Yesterday I made a deal to move into the Bigger Water with the purchase of a 1976 Albin 25 pocket trawler, powered by a 36hp Volvo diesel. The vessel is strong and sturdy with recent upgrades, such as custom canvas, berth cushions, life lines all round, swim platform, electronics. But I just...
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    Gas cap removal?

    We are heading up to the cottage this weekend and will have the use of a 2010 Bayliner 175 bowrider. My brother returned last weekend claiming that he had been unable to remove the gas cap located on the port side near the transom, and as a result the tank is pretty much empty. Apparently...
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    Time for some expert paint advice

    I'm reaching the point where paint choices will have to be made and despite long hours perusing the wisdom of the forum I need the straight-up goods . . . on 1. pre-paint prep of the hull an and and interior, 2. undercoat? what brand and exact type? 3. Finish coats? same question. I intend...
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    By basic, I mean **** Jane Spot

    For those among us who remember those early Readers!:p I am at the early stages of restoring an unknown model of a mid-60's 15ft Crestliner (welded, set up like a SC Jupiter), so one big job coming up will be a complete re-wiring and some gauges. I read The 12-Volt Bible for Boats - ya ya I...
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    My unknown Tinnie Resto begins!

    I'm going to go ahead and attempt my first restoration/improvement. How I ended up with an unidentified Crestliner instead of the Starcraft I thought I was getting is outlined here: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=561919 I am a complete unskilled noob at a lot of this stuff, but I've...
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    Finally got mine!

    Made a deal for this one today after weeks of searching and looking at so many junkers with an asking price of 2500++, gave him his asking. Pick up Wednesday...
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    Help and opinions on this BlueFin

    Please computer, do not erase this post again before I post.:rolleyes: Looking for a starcraft I came across this beauty (below). No leaks. Interior is open plywood, assume no motor. Trailer seems good. I\m thinking of offering something over $1K . . . I was hoping for an open bow but we...
  16. Sunsetrider

    Purchase advice on a 73 Supersport 18

    I made contact with the owner of this boat and will be going to check it out this weekend. http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-powerboats-motorboats-Staracraft-Bowrider-trailer-W0QQAdIdZ387503733 Info from the owner (assuming everything he says to be accurate for now)...
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    Cottage boat for big family criteria?

    I have been following with interest the various "first boat" threads and most recently the "4 Winns Fling" comments. I have my own boat but our family cottage in Quebec, which is used by my 4 sibs and their respective children/grandchildren on a "family booking" basis currently has no...
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    Random ramblings on my coming upgrade

    My top-list seller sent me the 2005 survey on the Cavalier (http://hamilton.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-powerboats-motorboats-Doral-Cavalier-W0QQAdIdZ377701543) I am zeroing in on, and that survey has got me even more pumped about this boat. Everything was positive (including the...
  19. Sunsetrider

    Merc 350 info?

    I'm looking to upsize to a Doral Cavalier 240 (late 80s) and the one I am zeroing in one claims to have a Mercury 350 motor and a Jasper outdrive. After doing a little research I am satisfied that the Jasper drive is a plus rather than a neg . . . . but what I am uncertain of is - would this...
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    Another stoopid tow question

    I did post this quandary in the Doral section, but I don't think that area gets a lot of lookers. Either that or my question is just too stupid entirely. But whatever . . . . the nub of it is - I hanker for a 24-ft pocket cruiser with an aft berth and full galley with enclosed head/shower, and...
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