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    A solution to a problem I had with my 2001 Suzuki 115...

    I've asked a lot of advice on iboats so I want to share a solution to a problem I was having.... I'd been battling a problem with the engine on my restored Aquasport 19-6 for several months. The engine is a great looking 2001 Suzuki 115 2-stroke that came from the Great Lakes. It ran fine at...
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    How do you check for damage from freezing?

    Some cold weather hit SC over the last two nights and I wasn?t able to get down to my boat (Carolina Classic 25 with a raw water cooled 454) to drain the block or put in antifreeze. The good news is I was able to get a neighbor to put in a drop light with a 100W bulb for the two nights when the...
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    What damage do you check for after overheating?

    Let me start by saying I know that what I did was stupid....I should have understood how my motor is cooled before I went on the water! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- I overheated my 1997 Volvo 7.4L (454) and was wondering what kind of damage I should look...
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    Safety procedures for working on Volvo Duo Prop?

    I finally bit the bullet and bought a new trim cylinder (since a seal kit isn't available) for my Duo Prop 290 outdrive. The duo prop is the older Swedish built model where the trim cylinders are "inside" versus "outside". I don't have a manual but the procedure looks fairly straight forward...
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    Volvo hydraulic trim cylinder rebuilding

    One of my Volvo I/O trim cylinders is leaking and needs new seals. After checking around it looks like Volvo doesn't offer a rebuild kit so I've purchased a new one. However, the parts dealer recommended I find a competent hydraulic shop to rebuild the old one and keep it as a spare. Does...
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    Use sealant for riser?

    My Volvo-Penta manual says to use sealant on the gasket between the riser and the manifold. What type of sealant is best? Also, should I use never-sieze or something similar on the manifold and riser bolts when I reassemble? Thanks!
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    Freshwater cooling kit install questions

    I'm days away from closing on a Carolina Classic 25 with the Volvo 7.4 carb'ed engine. Of course, I'm already looking at upgrades and the first thing I want to add is a closed cooling system. It is currently raw water cooled. Is this a DIY project for someone with moderate mechanical aptitude...
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    Restoration complete on 1974 Aquasport 19-6

    Restoration is complete as far as the basics. Boat is ready for the water! I still need to decide if I need a windshield, do I want a t-top vs. Bimini, etc. Electronics consist of VHF and a Garmin 340C fish finder with and Airmar thru-hull transducer. I'm not sure about the GPS since this will...
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    Best on-line Hardware source?

    It looks like the search function is disabled for some reason... I need some new cleats, chocks, railing, etc. for a McKee Craft 14 project. Does anyone have a good (reasonably inexpensive) source for these items? Thanks!
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    Best prop size for a Suzuki 115 on a 20' boat?

    Hi,<br />I'm finishing up the restoration on a 1974 Aquasport 19-6 and am installing a used 2001 Suzuki 115 2-stroke. The hull weight is 1500 lbs and adding engine, fuel, etc. will take me up to around 2500 lbs. The engine currently has no propeller so what diameter/pitch would give the best...
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    McKee 14 - Viable project?

    Here are pics of a McKee 14. Is this a viable project? The transom was cut down for some reason. I guess I could build it up? Boat needs paint, hardware, and interior. I can get it for a couple hundred dollars.<br /><br />Thoughts?<br /><br />
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    What project ideas do you have for a hull like this?

    I have an opportunity to get a PennYan inboard tunnel drive hull like this for a decent price. It has new floors and a good engine and trailer and that's about it. <br /><br />I was thinking about this as a winter project. Does this have the potential to be made into a serious fishing boat? I...
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    Wiring some spreader lights...

    Hi,<br />I'll be adding a couple of 55 watt halogen spreader lights to my aluminum T-top soon and have a couple of questions, please:<br /><br />1. The guy who built the t-top did a heck of a job but he didn't run a string to fish the wires for the lights. I'll have to drill into the aluminum at...
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    Converting 25" shaft motor to 20" shaft...

    I need a 20" shaft motor but have a 25" shaft Evinrude that I can get for a good price. How much trouble would it be to convert if I use my fairly new foot/shaft from my 20" motor and get another mid-section?<br /><br />The motor I'm looking at is a 1999 Evinrude 25hp. Where can I get the part...
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    Water pump replacement instruction for Evinrude 35hp

    I'm at the coast for a little vacation at my in-law's house and my waterpump is shot. I don't have my manual and I can't find a manual anywhere on a Sunday. I DO have a new waterpump so I need someone to talk me through the instructions. My engine is a '70's model Evinrude 35hp (serial number...
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    How long does it take for 3M 5200 to cure?

    I filled a couple of transom holes on my Whaler this past Sunday and the 3M 5200 I used is still very tacky. The directions say it should not be tacky after 48 hours. Does this stuff have a shelf life? I thought I had read before that it should come out of the tube easily but I had to use a lot...
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    Has anyone used "airplane paint" to paint a hull?

    It is suposedly super tough and much cheaper than re-gelcoating. I'd be interested in hearing if anyone has any experience with the stuff.<br /><br />Thanks!
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    Does a '91 Evinrude 90 have 60 or 90...

    degree head? Why would it matter? I am selling one and several people have asked this question. I'm just curious why they would want to know and why it would matter.<br /><br />Thank you!
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    Any boat dealers/salesman here?

    I'll be experiencing a life changing event next year as my employer will be merging with another company and I will be "made redundant". I'll be getting a nice "golden handshake" so it's not the end of the world, but, I would like to make a career change. <br />I love the ocean and grew up...
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    Binnacle cover OMC part # 126505

    Anyone know where I can get a new binnacle cover...OMC part 126505? UPS busted mine in shipping and I need a new one. My searches on yahoo, google, and dogpile have been fruitless.<br /><br />Thanks!
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