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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Thanks to all. You're in agreement. Good info!
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Thanks so much. I'll tell the seller
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    I am going to do a tap test on the outer hull and check for loose bolts/screws that screw into the inner deck. What else?
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    Volvo Penta SX-M Trim Cylinder leak

    Is it possible to swap the cylinders? If so, do it and see if the leak moves or stays That'll tell you what to do.
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    1996 Mariner 9.9hp 4 stroke no spark

    Confirm the plug wire is good, use a volt/ohm meter to confirm continuity thru the wire. If the wire is good, keep moving upstream to the magnito. Confirm mag clearence to the flywheel magnet (get specs from dlr)
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    Motor idles in neutral, dies in gear under power

    Check carborater...run a mix of carb cleaner and gas thru it, fast idle so it runs thru good. Make sure gas is fresh. Run a fuel stabilizer into the system for off season storage.
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    Does the Lower engine mount wear out?

    I'd remove them if you can, take the bolt and try to wiggle it in the mount. The rubber is likely to wear first. If it seems sloppy, replace (both, not just one)
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Not a good side shot. It says "Beachcraft 170M". My searching seems to indicate the Reinell 170 is the same? I know Reinell bought out Beachcraft, with same I-4 3.0 engines.
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    First Time Boat Buyer

    So, does this mean that Reinell or Beachcraft 170M's are the same?
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    What does the letter "M" stand for. The side od the hull says 170M
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Getting back into boating. After a career of marine engineering, and owning about 8 or 9 boats in 50 years, this little puddle jumper will be the smallest one yet. My first Beachcraft so anyone out there with info is welcome to chime in. Thanks!
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