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JimS123 replied to the thread Engine model number.

The cowl will provide no insight. There should be a plate on the transom bracket that will tell it all.

Apr 11, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Testing Gas Flow on 82' Wellcraft Sterndrive.

If it idles you got fuel flow. That's an early aluminum engine, and not one that is highly regarded. Check compression next.

Apr 8, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Cowling cover for 2001 Evinrude 150hp FICHT.

I have 3 Carver outboard motor covers. One for a 3.5, another a 5 and the last is a 150. They all fit well and have a drawstring on...

Apr 8, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread old pictures.

90-93

Apr 5, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread old pictures.

My youngest son Jeff at age 11. Trolling in the Upper Niagara River - Tonawanda Channel. He landed it all by himself. Grandpa held...
Apr 5, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread New boat owners leaving the hobby.

I've been a boater for 70 years and a boat-owner for 57. If I can't handle it any more, send me to the nursing home. If I die before...

Apr 5, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Modifying a 1975 Trail-R-Craft.

The straps are angled the wrong way because the ratchet assembly was installed in the wrong place. They are not an optimum product...
Apr 2, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Modifying a 1975 Trail-R-Craft.

I DID read the entire post in the first place and I still don't think you have a big problem. I think you are over-thinking it. The...

Apr 2, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Modifying a 1975 Trail-R-Craft.

Not rocket science. Move the boat back (and winch stand) an inch. The outdrive should be in a better position. If the tongue weight...

Apr 1, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Which battery is best?.

I missed the post detailing the AGM requirement. (I DO read owners manuals, but not always every post) That being the case, you can't...

Mar 29, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Which battery is best?.

Regular flooded deep cycle dual purpose batteries is what I use and would recommend. AGMs are good for a jetski where they get jossled...

Mar 29, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Bimini top seems to have shrunk.

Release the poles as though you were going to fold the top. With the structure loose, install the snaps. Then pull the structure back...

Mar 26, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Rubberized or Epoxy undercarriage roll on for salt water trailer?.

In 1986 I bought a 22 year old yellow gator trailer that had more rust than yellow paint left. Wire brush on an electric drill, a coat...

Mar 6, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread Rubberized or Epoxy undercarriage roll on for salt water trailer?.

I'll debate the Ziebart comment. When we first heard about the process several family members started using it. It not only added to...

Mar 5, 2025
JimS123 replied to the thread How many very new 4 stroke engines will be running trouble free at age 50 to 75 years old ?.

Over the last 15 years I have bought 3 outboards from OnlineOutboards.com. A 25 Yamaha, and 3.5 and 5.0 Mercs. The bottom line price...

Mar 4, 2025

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