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    1971 Johnson 50hp Wiring Assistance needed (clipped wires?)

    just bought a new project boat, and it's a 1966, the motor that is on it is a 1971. Apparently the two didn't jive, and the previous owner had screwed the two remotes together. (no, really...) The Johnson remote was for starting and harness control. The evenrude remote was used for the Neutral...
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    Um... what's this?

    Ok wise sages! ... I've picked up a new project. It's a 1966 Mackenzie/Cherokee Aluminum. It 'had' an Evenrude on it, don't remember the size as it wasnt on there when I got it. I was cleaning out the electrical box, I found the Ignition relay, and inside of the same box was this thing. All the...
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    Help with terminology

    Hello people! I am learning quickly, but am falling short on terminology. I have learned that the cap is the top of the boat that rests on the hull. But, for instance, I have damage in the floor area between the steering wheel and the storage/seat. The issue is, is that I prefer to speak...
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    Size matters?

    Howdy folks! I am new to the world of boating, and have recently purchased a 1983 Skeeter Wrangler. The boat is rated at 140 Horsepower (And to my understanding is what it came from the factory with) It currently equipped with a 115hp Mercury. The boat is 16'2" and has a dry weight of 950...
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    New to Forums -> New to boating -> Old hat at restoration, just not boats:)

    Hello all! Thanks for taking the time to read my rather lengthy post, and for all of the opinions and advice that you are (hopefully) going to share! It has been a lifelong dream of mine to own a bass boat. After discussion with my absolutely wonderful wife, we've determined that as my oldest...
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