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    transom bilge draing tube

    I am in the middle of a rebuild and will need to replace 4 of these http://www.iboats.com/Seasense-Drain-Tube/dm/*******.072658681--session_id.118480931--view_id.485111 anyone have an alternative material? Will 1" copper pipe from the hardware store work? I have made a tool to crimp and shape...
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    Grinding dust for milled fibers?

    I was about to clean out all the grinding dust in my shop vac when it dawned on me.... This stuff looks a lot like milled fibers. Has anyone ever used the dust after substantial grinding to make PB or just to thicken resin a little. I know it isn't the "preferred" method because the dust...
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    Big mess up or not so much?

    I have been rebuilding a 1986 Glastron/Conroy Z-16-S here is a link to the thread http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=509404&p=3432009&posted=1#post3432009 . I haven't updated the thread much because of work, but I finally made some progress, at least I hope. I put the transom in a...
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    Glastron/Conroy Z-16-S restoration

    Well everyone, IT has begun! I took out the old seats and ripped up the carpet today. I only had about 2 hours time before I ran out of light. The story is this.... I bough the boat and did some of the checks everyone suggests on here. All seemed well when I bought it. I guess I didn't...
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    Help with Keel rub repair

    First a little history. From what I can tell I'm the third owner of this boat. It has been pretty well cared for, but does have a little floor rot and the transom is starting to go. I plan to tackle everything as the season closes, but my concern is the keel right now. I cleaned all the...
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    good day onthe lake

    I took the boat out and the day started off terrible. When I put the cover on the motor last I must have put it on wrong because I ripped two spark plug wires out of their boots. The thing wouldn't start at all. I was pretty upset because I jsut rebuilt the lower unit, cleaned the carbs, etc...
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    problems with Joe reeves timing procedure

    This process seamed so simple. I have a 1987 evinrude 88spl. From what I can tell it does NOT have the quick start feature. Maybe I am wrong, but can anyone tell me if this motor has quick start? I removed and grounded all the plug keads, but plug 1. Plug lead one was hooked to a spark...
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    1987 88 spl lower unit seal replacement

    I am replacing all the seals in the lower unit of the engine stated in the title. I have the seal kit and a factory service manual. I have or can get my hands on all the pullers, drivers, etc. But, I ran into one snag....I don't have and can't get in a decent amount of the tool to set the...
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    1987 88 hp spl timing

    My engine is running a little rough. I cleaned the carbs, put in new plugs and checked for spark. Everything is good so far, but I am still getting a little bit of a rough idle and not running to full power at WOT like it used to. At idle it will kind of kick/miss just a little. I was...
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    wanting a cheap beater

    I've been browsing craigslist around my local area for a cheap "beater" type boat. All I'm looking for is it to be sound mechanically and not take one water. If the floor is wood and has a soft spot or the carpet and upholstery needs a little work I can live with that. I found this one...
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    Looking for first used boat

    I know there are tons of these questions, but I like it when you guys give your opinion of a specific model someone is looking at. I found this boat http://wichitafalls.craigslist.org/boa/2496647639.html in my area and thought it was a pretty good deal if it checks out to be in good condition...
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