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    Re-adjust after rebuilding carbs?

    I have a 1973 evinrude 85393M that I want to rebuild the carbs on. Will I have to re-adjust the carb settings after tearing it down and cleaning it? I'm a little concerned about the adjusting part if it's needed.
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    Need ideas for building new console

    I'm going to be building a new console soon, and I'm having trouble coming up with a way to get access inside the console, and keeping the access door secure. I want to make the back of the console open up for a door, but I can't think of a way to keep it locked shut. I want to try to keep the...
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    Question about ordering carb kits from iBoats

    I am about to order a carb rebuild kit. Do I have to order two kits? Or are there enough gaskets in one kit for both carbs in one package?
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    Motor running hot after decarb

    I tried the decarb method (1 can of seafoam in 1 gallon gas) to my 1973 85hp evinrude model 85393M, and about 5-10 min in the overheat alarm went off. So I tried running regular gas through it with the proper mix, and it's still doin the same thing. Has anyone else ever had any problems with...
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    Electric fuel pump conversion

    I have a 1973 85hp evinrude, on which the furl pump crapped out on me. I was going to replace it with an electric fuel pump. I can get the electric for half the price of the factory pump. Now, my question is, what PSI should the pump be pushing? I called a local boat shop, n they recommend 1-2...
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    2x4 or 2x6?

    I'm re doing the bunks on my trailer, and I'm unsure if I should use 2x4's or 2x6's for the bunks. I can get carpet from the local boat store that comes in 13" width, which would not be wide enough to completely wrap around a 2x6. You think that would matter if I would go with a 2x6 bunk?
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    An I correct or incorrect?

    I'm trying to determine what size prop I need for my boat, a 24' pontoon. I have a 1973 85hp Evinrude on it right now, running a 13 1/4 x 17 aluminum prop, and turning at 3100 rpm WOT. I'm not to sure of the exact speed, but its abound 16.5mph, I don't have a GPS on the boat to know exactly...
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    3/8 or 1/2

    I'm sure this has been discussed before, and I have tried searching the previous posts for an answer and could not find a satisfactory answer. So, onto the question. What would be recommended for an anchor line size, 3/8, or 1/2 inch for a 24' pontoon. I am trying to find the ideal size line...
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    What would you do?

    So, here is a hypothetical situation. Your boating on a small inland river, approximately ten miles away from the boat ramp, and a storm pops up on you, strong (40-60mph) winds n alot of lightening moving in fast. What would you do? Stick it out n keep heading for the ramp to get the boat out...
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    Sealing hole around wires/rigging

    I recently bought a pontoon, and under the console the PO cut a 2"-3" hole in the deck for wiring and steering controls. Does everyone else have their boat set up the same way, or how else could they be ran? And since I already have the hole, how could I seal around it? Also, how do you have the...
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    USAA insurance?

    Anyone here have any experience with USAA insurance? I'm going to get a quote from them to see what their premiums cost, but have never heard how well they handle making claims. Hoping to get some personal experiences of how they were handled if your willing to share.
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    what does gel coat do that paint doesn't?

    I am going to show my lack of knowledge about this stuff and ask this question, what does gel coat provide for a boat that paint doesn't? Is it a more durable finish than paint? I'm not specifically talking about re-finishing a boat, but also brand new ones being manufactured. If it is just...
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    advise on removing this cap

    hey all, i have a 1967 Orlando Clipper that I am replacing the transom, stringers, and deck on, plus all the wood in the cabin. I am wanting to take the cap off the hull, but it is tabbed in with a 3 inch strip of CSM. I am wondering what is the best way to take this off? Can I take a sawzall...
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    Fill cap on a '67 Orlando Clipper

    there is a fill cap on the bow of my 1967 Orlando Clipper, that I have no idea what it goes to. When open, the cap just goes through the bow deck, to the very front seat inside the cabin. I am clueless as to what it is there for, and wondering if anyone here has any clue as to what it is...
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    making a fiberglass gas tank?

    so, the boat I have came with a fiberglass gas tank, that was junk, looked like the resin was crapping out on the inside of the tank, at least, I'm guessing the resin, and not really old gas gelling up. Anyway, that means that I now do not have a gas tank, and would like to get a tank around...
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