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    Aluminum Boat Project

    I have an 11' aluminum sears boat. I was thinking about building a deck in the front section of the boat. Kind of like a bass boat deck. I'm just not sure if its possible or wise to do. Does anyone have ant advise or know anyone whos done it. Thanks Ya'll Keep em wet.....
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    Sea King Help Please

    Good Day Gentlemen and (Ladies), I have what I believe is a 1981 Chrysler Sea King 9.9hp. It came with an old 1980 sears 11' aluminum boat. I took the cover off and the thing looks brand new. The model number on it is VWB 52299 A Is the fuel mixture still at 50:1 on this model and does anyone...
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    Sea King Assistance Please

    Good Day Gentlemen and (Ladies), I have what I believe is a 1981 Chrysler Sea King 9.9hp. It came with an old 1980 sears 11' aluminum boat. I took the cover off and the thing looks brand new. The model number on it is VWB 52299 A Is the fuel mixture still at 50:1 on this model and does anyone...
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    81 Sea King

    Morning Gentlemen and Ladies, I have what I believe is a 1981 Chrysler Sea King 9.9hp. It came with an old 1980 sears 11' aluminum boat. I took the cover off and the thing looks brand new. The model number on it is VWB 52299 A Is the fuel mixture still at 50:1 on this model and does anyone know...
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    1950 scot atwater

    I just scored a 1950 Scott Atwater 7.5hp in great running condition with all the books for $56.00. I cant believe this wouldnt be a great deal, but you never know. Does anyone have any feedback on this motor type. Is it reliable enough to use or should I put it back on the market and hope for...
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    What size motor ??

    I have coverted an old Sabot into a row boat for fishing around in the hardor. I am ready to buy an outboard for it and I'm not sure what size to get. As most of you know, Sabots ride low, so I know I will need a short shaft.
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    Fuel mix Question

    What is the fuel mix for a 1969 merc 40 4hp ??? And does anyone know what spark plug it takes. Thanks
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    points gap

    I have a champion s1f and I need to check the gap on my points. I am new to this hobby and I'm not sure how to do this. Do I check the gap at the start position or what. I think the gap is .027 but I'm not sure. Thanks
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    Fuel help

    I have a merc 40 4.0 hp ser. # 2596886 This is my first motor that needs a tank. Does it need a special tank or connections? Does it need a pump or something like that? Thanks
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    Merc 40 4.0hp

    Just picked up this motor ser# 2596886 and this is my first Mercury. I need to find out what year, and if anyone can tell me were to find a operating manual and some pictures. Thanks Ya'll, Rob
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    Pull start

    This is going to sound stupid for the outboard pro's, but I think I better ask before I try to start my motor and rip my arm off.:mad: I have never started a motor that is not retractable. I know I need to wrap the pull rope around the plate ontop of the fly wheel. When I pull this and the motor...
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    Old Champion

    Does anyone have any pictures of a Kingfisher Single S1F 3.2hp. I need pictures to use as reference to put it back together. Thanks
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    1940 champion 3.2 hp s1f

    I have aquired this motor and the poor thing has been abused. I want to restore this great little motor and bring it back to life. I cant seem to find any info on this motor. I cant even find a picture of it that I could use for reference. If you have a picture of a 1940 Champion S1F you can...
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