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I tried posting this under the engine section, but the message says my account was disabled or I dont have access to that page.
So anyhow, took the "new' old boat out twice so far. It came with a 6 gal. metal tank, and I bought a 6 gal. plastic tank and the Mercury adapter for the tank so i...
So the boat I purchased has all the original canvas for the bow, rear, and side vinyl windows, except for the top frame and canvas.
I purchased a one piece boat cover for mooring.
Does this work good? What other alternatives might I have?
I called a local vendor who quoted me $600-$800 to...
Does anybody use or reccomend any fuel additives for outboard motors? Do they work (i.e. increase performance, engine longevity, maitnenacne, fuel ecomonmy, etc.) ???
Thanks,
Mike
Hello all. I am new here. I just purchased a wonderful find (IMHO).
1974 MFG gypsy w/50hp. Merc. outboard.
I purchased it from the original owner who was very meticulous and babied this boat throughout ownership. Stored indoors every off season, all maintenance was A+ and regular. Brand new...
