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    Jackplate on aluminum boat?

    Hey guys .... I'm running a 1984 Starcraft 171/2' aluminum bass boat with a 90hp Johnson with trim&tilt. I think it's a great rig for my needs and most of the time I'm very happy with it. Last weekend I was fishing a tournament and the wind was horriffic. When I had to run, it seemed I could...
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    1985 Johnson 90hp overheat, new impeller

    I need some ideas, guys. Mechanic put a new water pump kit (new housing, et al) on my engine. Ran great the first trip; second trip a week later and hardly any water pressure from the tell-tale & the overheat alarm sounded. Thermostat? Clog? I'm not sure where to start. Thanks for any suggestions!
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    Replacing wooden transom in aluminum boat

    I've been told by my boat mechanic not to seal the new wood I'm putting in the transom of my 18' Starcraft aluminum. He says leave it bare toward the bilge so that the wood can "breathe". I'm still tempted to seal the whole thing in resin and lay in a bed of silicone sealer along the bottom...
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