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    Trying to find a decent mechanic: Heber Springs AR or Memphis TN

    EDIT: No bashing please. I am running out of options in the Heber Springs area to find a trustworthy mechanic who knows basic skills such as how to accomplish a leak test. I live in Memphis and would be willing to pull the boat there if needed. Need help.
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    Remove and install OMC GM 305 carb

    Assuming you have the genuine OMC manual, how hard is it to 1. Take out the engine 2. Put in a remanufactured engine Any special tools needed? How long does it take for step 1 and 2? Does outdrive have to come off boat for 1?
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    88 GM 305 Carbed: Mechanic said I need a new motor?

    OK. Here goes. 88 Four Winns Candia 200 GM 305 Carb motor. 504APRGD model It started to not hold rpms under a high load (8 kids/2 tubers). Ran fine when not under load. Put another fuel pump on it but did not fix. Points checked good. Mechanic now says it needs a new motor as the #3 cylinder...
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    88 Four Winns Candia. Help finding and getting to anti siphon valve (fuel tank)

    This is an 88 Four Winns Candia. I need to locate and inspect the anti siphon valve for the fuel tank. I assume this valve is located on the top of the tank, however, I do not know how to get to it. I removed the screws from the floor at the back of the boat as shown in pic one, however, this...
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    Help ordering the correct mechanical fuel pump: 88 OMC 504APRGD; GM 305

    Ok. here goes. I cannot figure out which fuel pump to order. The first two pix are the old fuel pump. The next are the choices for it. It looks like the V6 pump is correct, however, they are telling me the other one. Problem is the other one doesn't have the same connection locations so I'd have...
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    88 OMC fuel pump help

    I have a 88 Four Winns Candia that needs a new or refurbed marine fuel pump. Mechanical. Boat has a GM V8 5.7 liter. Engine code is 504AFRGD. I am trying to understand what part # I need to replace this. As by the code listed above, it is a four barrel, however, I am unsure if it's a Rochester...
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    Four Winns serial number to find out engine size/manufacturer

    I'd like to know the engine size/manufacturer for my boat. I know it has a OMC COBRA dog clutch out drive as I am currently having it rebuilt. Need to know the engine type but don't have access to the boat (3 hours away). What I do have are the insurance papers which has the serial number. It's...
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    OMC Cobra Dog Clutch shift cable adjustment/other

    I have a 88 Four Winns Deck Boat with a 302 carb Ford/OMC outdrive. I am having the outdrive rebuilt by All American Drive Service. I need information on all the things that need to be checked before the unit goes on the boat. I've heard of shift cables, transom brackets, etc. I am going to have...
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    Jet Ski Gel Coat Repair: see attached pics

    I have a Yamaha Waverunner with the following gelcoat issues. See attached pics. This is what I understand to do so far. Please correct me if I am wrong. 1. Take an old beer can opener and use the pointed end to burr out issue with angles for the repair to stick. 2. Clean with acetone afterward...
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    73 Mercury Inline 6 2 stroke: 115HP

    I am considering buying on of these that have been remanufactured. They claim these engines have the best power to weight ratio of any outboard. This would be my main reason if it is true. Also, these engines are simple. If it's done right, what other considerations or concerns would one have?
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