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charliedaubitz1 replied to the thread Quick Listen: What's this engine noise?.

Belt slap on the alternator belt. You can see it on the lower left of the water pump pulley.

Jul 2, 2025
flyingscott replied to the thread 1988 tiller johnson 20 hp overheating.

Probably more pieces in the water tube.

Jul 2, 2025
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mr 88 replied to the thread 1985 Starcraft porpoising issue. Prop??.

Actually a I/O is going to put a lot more weight in the stern than a outboard . 5-600 lbs vs 3-400 . The I/O is located about a foot...

Jul 2, 2025
Scott06 replied to the thread Is pulling engine mandatory or just convenient or overkill.

Yeah must pull engine .i would not mess around with a broken flange . Just pull the nine and replace it. It isn’t that much work on...

Jul 2, 2025
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Captain Davie replied to the thread Need help with ID of what's left of an 18' alum boat..

I was gifted a photo of the boat from 1968. Does this help with the ID? Thanks!
Jul 2, 2025
Scott06 replied to the thread Quick Listen: What's this engine noise?.

Take of the drive belts and run it

Jul 2, 2025
aspeck reacted to tpenfield's post in the thread Can You Wear This Shirt with Like.

I had one of those things (Slide Rule) as a freshman in college . . . within a few years, it was all scientific calculators.

Jul 2, 2025
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pgebhard0212 posted the thread 1988 tiller johnson 20 hp overheating in Johnson & Evinrude Outboards.

My johnson 20 hp has been my no fail motor for some time now and It shocked me when I took it on a trip to Tampa bay and I started...

Jul 2, 2025
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AL63 replied to the thread Johnson Meteor II.

Yes, it is in the lower casing. I would suggest getting a repair manual and parts catalog to help you. I have the same motor on my boat...

Jul 2, 2025
tg3690 replied to the thread 1986 85hp force 856X6L---Oil Plug retap.

Nice work on that tapping job. I use yellow teflon tape on the threads that is made for natural gas lines and is oil resistant. Has...

Jul 2, 2025
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carlos515 replied to the thread Changing colour of gelcoat question.

I am also customizing the dash and passenger side dash. The new gauges will not fit the old layout. I will also change the seating from...
Jul 2, 2025
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pgebhard0212 replied to the thread 1987 mercury 45hp classic 50 shut off in the middle of running.

I was thinking it could be the switchbox because when it shut down i tested for spark and didnt get anything. So I think ill buy a new...

Jul 2, 2025
tg3690 reacted to jerryjerry05's post in the thread 1986 85hp force 856X6L---Oil Plug retap with Like.

Over the years of owning lots of Forces, this spot caused the most aggravation. It would weep oil no matter what I did to seal it. I...

Jul 2, 2025
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Captain Davie replied to the thread 1957 seaswirl restoration.

Wood boat restorers use a product called CPES, Clear Penetrating Epoxy Sealer. Folks like to coat each piece of wood and soak it in...

Jul 2, 2025
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carlos515 replied to the thread Changing colour of gelcoat question.

Thanks, Scott. Very nice and meticulous work you performed on your boat. What did you use to sand your floor? I still have old glue from...

Jul 2, 2025

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