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    1967 Merc 950 SS will crank but doent have spark

    Ever since I had a Marine shop work on my vintage boat motor "changing the water pump impeller" I have not been able to get my trusty Merc to fire. The shop had to beat and pry off a siezed lower unit to access the water pump which in turn broke off two pieces of the upper half of the motor...
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    Merc Fuel problem

    I have a 1967 Merc 950ss that seems to be starving for fuel. It runs about 5 minutes without manual recesitation. I have to manualy pump the primer bulb to keep it running. Here is a list of the Maintenance performed in this order: Made sure the fuel tank vent is open. Replaced the fuel line...
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    1967 merc 950ss parts help

    Anyone know where I can find a fuel pump or rebuild kit "with check valves"for a 1967 950ss? The PN on the fuel pump is 23009. I am being told it is obsolete. If so you have any other ideas. I have just spent months restoring this old Starcraft and it sucks not being able to move in the...
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    Transom sleeve installation ??

    Does anyone have a method to install a 1" thru hull transom sleeve other than having to purchase the flaring tool for a one time job? Thanks
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    Parts Help 66 Starcraft Holiday V

    I am in the process of restoring a 1966 Holiday V. I am struggling to find the lower windshield gasket. Does anyone have ideas for a replacement that will fit?:confused: Thanks
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    Help ID my new/OLD boat

    Hi, I just inherited a 1965-1969 Starcraft. Not for sure the true year. I am having no luck from Starcraft obtaining the model of the boats they built through these years. This boat is roughly 18.5 feet with an aluminum hull and had a evinrude now a 6cyl merc. It also has a closed bow...
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