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  1. micmor64

    Suzuki DT16 Model Differences

    Thanks, That's another piece of information I haven't found yet. It looks like by this reference There is a DT16SX or DT16LX based on the 1602-1XXXXX serial number. In other references I've found in a Suzuki Book dated for Model Years 1980-1982, I primarily find based on my serial #, I have a...
  2. micmor64

    Hull Blister Repair

    While I would love to post Pic's, I am away from home (and the boat) and likely will be for another month or two. While I have time some time, I am trying to study this, and acquire the needed materials so that when I get home, I'm ready to quickly proceed with the repairs. The blisters are...
  3. micmor64

    Suzuki DT16 Model Differences

    I was given a DT16 1602-103623 and am needing to find a few parts. I keep finding references to Models G, J or Vz, and am unable to identify any differences. I am away from the motor right now and will be for likely another month or two, but that won't stop me from searching for the needed...
  4. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    The locking screw is still there, Thanks
  5. micmor64

    Hull Blister Repair

    Away from home and project for a bit (sorry can't do Pic's at this time), but beginning to think about the best way to move forward when spring finally arrives. Hull is a 1957ish ( I think) Herters Hudson Bay (given to me by a friend). Before the snow started to fly, I wire brushed, then...
  6. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    Life has a way of interrupting my projects for sure. What appeared to work initially again failed. Pinion Gear won't raise when pulling the start rope. I again dis-assembled the starter and methodically approached this project again with a "fresh Look" and believe I now have the final...
  7. micmor64

    Trailer Updating Help Needed?

    just had an emergency come up that will take me away for a few weeks (maybe more). Thanks so much for the reply, I'm going to have to shelve this project for a bit and will be out of touch for the near future. I am so very appreciative of the feedback and will follow up when timing is better.
  8. micmor64

    Trailer Updating Help Needed?

    thanks. i'll give them a try
  9. micmor64

    Trailer Updating Help Needed?

    Thanks all for the input. The torsion axles seem to be working fine. I haven't pulled a wheel yet to check/clean/repack the bearings, (or to even see how they come apart). Would rather keep what I have than try to refit another axle. New tires are not an issue, but after checking with a...
  10. micmor64

    Trailer Updating Help Needed?

    I just received this trailer from a good friend along with a 13.5 foot Herter's Hudson Bay fiberglass boat and a 1981 Suzuki DT 16 outboard. I have never owned a trailer with this type of wheel hub axle arrangement before and would consider updating to a "more modern Hub". Any suggestions as...
  11. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    Problem Solved? I've been off this project for a couple of weeks and am just now getting back to it. Had a conversation with the previous owner, he stated his son in law replaced the start rope. After a little messing around today, It appears in doing so he "over stretched" the friction...
  12. micmor64

    Herters 13.5 Needs a Motor

    That being the case, I'll keep an eye out for a newer 10-15HP (assuming I retire the DT-16, and if the Admiral agrees) and not worry. Thanks for the info. By the way... your links are quite amazing. I look for hours it seems and can not find information like this. Very appreciated.
  13. micmor64

    Herters 13.5 Needs a Motor

    My understanding was that with these older boats, the HP rating was more of the weight that could hang off the transom during trailering rather than thrust. If that's so, probably shouldn't exceed 95lbs (ish) to be safe (or exceed by very much)? Look for a motor by weight rather than HP?
  14. micmor64

    Herters 13.5 Needs a Motor

    Apologies, I think I posted this in the wrong place. Thanks all for the feedback. If I could move this post I would, sorry. I cant find much on Herters boats, but the cast breast hook and rear gussets are clearly marked Herters Hudson Bay and she's definitely 13 1/2 feet long w/ 15" transom...
  15. micmor64

    Herters 13.5 Needs a Motor

    A friend gave me an old Herters Hudson Bay 13.5' fiberglass boat in great shape (needs stripping and re-painting). I'm very much looking forward to the spring when my Spaniel pup Buoy and I will be spending many hours on the water with it (very manageable size for the two of us). It came with...
  16. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    Yes, exactly. "too easily" and "light side pressure" are relative terms I know, but without a way to measure and a spec to measure to it's all I've got.
  17. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    if all it takes is a little side pressure on the gear while gently pulling the rope to get the gear to rise, is it possible (it seems unlikely to me though), that there is just a bit too much clearance between the gear ID and the plastic/slotted bushing? If over the years the plastic has...
  18. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    All looks to be in very good shape with no obvious signs of wear on any of the components. Oil, grease, WD40, or squeeky clean, nothing seems to work.
  19. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    Just came in from the shop, spent some time working with the motor. The pin is definitely there, and everything looks as the parts diagram. I found that if I apply just a small amount of side pressure (an ounce maybe), while gently and slowly pulling the rope, the gear rises just as it should...
  20. micmor64

    Suzuki Dt16 Starter

    It looks like all the parts are there, I haven't spent more than a few minutes with this, but after a day with family and friends, I should be able to devote more time to this. I can, very occasionally, if I "yank" the rope hard and fast enough, get the gear to rise but........ mostly, not...
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