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    Eagle Magnum 3 plus

    Hey y'all. I got a Eagle magnum 3 plus fish/depth finder. M problem is that is has to very hot out in order for the screen to work right, and then Im lukcy if it does.. I was wondering what could have caused this problem. I have only had it a year. It came with the boat.. I do not know the...
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    tach question for you

    Ok.. I'm beginning to think the tach that was in my boat is reading wrong.. I have another tach which i just put in Saturday.. I have a Starcraft V180 running a 140 merc w/mc-1 outdrive. this is a fiberglass hull.. Now the tach that was in the boat when i got it last year and just took out...
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    Turning issues in reverse..

    I have been haveing a problem when in reverse of the stern not turning to the left in reverse.. I have a '70 Starcraft v180(18') with 140 merc and mc-1 outdrive.. I had a torque steer issuse last year. So i was told to adjust the andode tang thingy. to the left. It is adjusted to left as far as...
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    2 Blade prop?

    Hi folks.. I have a 1970 starcraft v180, w/140hp merc and merc 1 outdrive.. I currently am running a 14.5 x 23 prop(3 blade). my rpms only get to 3900-4000. And it runns about 35 mph.. My question is what difference would it make if i put on a 14x19 2 blade prop.. or should i find a 14.5x19 or...
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    Shift cable replacement??

    I need to replace the shift cable bellows on my boat.. I have a 70 S/C v180 w/ mer 140 eng and mc-1140 o/d.. I've had it apart but I couldn't geet the jam nut on the bell loose. Tried appling heat to the bellhousing and still couldn't get it loose. What is the best way to get the jam nut loose...
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    quick question for the prop guru's

    How much of a differnce is there between a 14 1/2" and a 15" prop, both are 23" pitch, permformance wise. I have both and wondering which one would give better holeshot and over all performance. I have a 18' '70 starcraft w/ merc140 w/ mc1 o/d. quick response apprictiated thanx
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    Bow bounce? not rise.

    Re: Bow bounce? not rise. Smart tabs?? Are those those "fins" mounted to the stern. If so I have them, mine are "fixed" Meaning I cannot adjust them on the fly.
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    Bow bounce? not rise.

    Hey y'all finally got to take my boat out last sunday. My problem is after i get on plane the bow likes to bounce and bounce hard. If I trim in I can get it to settle down but loose speed. Trim out I get my speed back but the bounce too. WHat can or could I do to stop it from bouncing. Oh so...
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    msrp? from 1970

    Does anyone know the MSRP of a '70 V-180. In order to register mine I have to know the MSRP, so the BMV will be able to figure out how much to charge and if I need a title.
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    '66 mustang

    Hey y'all I'm looking at possibly selling my lonestar. It's a '66 mustang with a '62 jonnyrude model v4s-14. Engine runs boat floats, had it out on water last year before I got hurt. I'm still unable to work so thinking of selling the boat only, not trailer too. What would be a good price and...
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    66 mustang Price?

    Hey y'all. I have got a 66 lonestar Mustang. I was wondering about what it would be worth. I need to posibaly sell it Do to an injury and work comp shut off funds. I had it out last season a few times working a few bugs out of the engine. All carb related to find out. Replaced the carb runs...
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    HEET or ISO-HEET?

    Just a thought here. Is it a good idea to use HEET or ISO-HEET in the gas tanks on a boat to help eleminate or prevent water in them?? Any and all thoughts welcome. You can use it on cars/trucks and lawnmowers to remove water in the gas.
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    140 raw water pump

    Hey ya'! If I were to put the outdrive (Also a 140) in a plastic barrel with 16" slit cut in the side for the drive with water. Could I remove the inlet hose at the termastat housing to see if it is pumping water. If not how can I tell if the raw pump is working without putting it on the lake...
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    Show Us Your Old Boat!

    Re: Show Us Your Old Boat! '70 starcraft v-180 merc 140 Also have a '66 lonestar mustang...
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    Bimini tops

    Re: Bimini tops What is the difference? Mine snaps to the windshield then stretches back over a single hoop and snaps on to the gunwhale. It also has three sections zip and snap onto it. Here is a pic whith all pieces in place.
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