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Trying to find good used parts for my 1987 SVB 176. I need both chrome STINGRAY badges/emblems that go on the hull. Also is there a supplier for decals like the SVB 176 SS and SUPER SPORT? Finally I want to reupholster and want to reproduce the STINGRAY logo on the seats.
While trying to get it started due to another issue I went through the carb, fuel pump and removed the gas just in case I had water. During this time I read many posts and the bottom line now is I have an in-line fuel filter before the fuel pump that I know isn't OEM. My question is this. I...
Tried to raise the drive and it won't go up, just down. So I reversed the wires and using the "Down" button on the throttle lever it now goes up, just not down now. I'm guessing the trim motor and equipment is okay, but the switch on the throttle lever either needs cleaning or replacing.
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Took the boat out last week and I kept getting a random back fire as I pushed the throttle up faster and faster. Motor is hard to start at times, so I'm guessing a good tune up will help, plus rebuilding the carb.
