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    Gas tank issues

    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...
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    Mooring cover???

    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...
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    Fuel additive suggestions

    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
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    2 stroke or 4 ??

    This may seem dumb... but bare with a new guy.. A 1974 Mercury Thunderbolt, 50 h.p. .. Is it a 2 stroke or 4 ???
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    MFG boat info.

    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...
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