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    Another Outdrive ID/compatibility thread

    Okay, I have done some forum searches and looked at 2 PDF's from the Adults Only section. I'm still a bit confused and could use some clarification (I miss Volvos, lol) I have an 85 Cobalt, 260 Mercruiser Alpha outdrive. I thought it was a Gen 1, but apparently an MR by serial number. #A334758...
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    Lift kits and towing stabililty question....

    I did a search and couldn't find anything on this topic, so here goes. Currently looking for a tow rig for my 23 Cobalt. Although I haven't weighed it, it should come in at around 5600 loaded ( a friend has a similar boat...dry weight, etc) I am a cheapo, and am scouring craiglist. My towing...
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    Coil arcing

    I looked thru the Adults Only section, and didn't see this specifically. Last night and since I've owned the boat (6 weeks) no problems starting. Today, crank, a little spark (started and died), then just cranking, no starting. I noticed the coil arcing from one of the terminals to the...
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    The Online Outpost?

    I am looking at a boat on craigslist, and the seller is out of state on a work contract, and therefore is selling is boat thru this agency. I did a little research online and it seems okay, but I thought I'd ask if anybody has bought anything thru them. They don't have alot of "locations" (...
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    1986 Force 220

    Hi all. I am looking to upgrade from my current bowrider to a small cuddy. I know someone in my boating community that has an '86 Force 220 for sale. He's not actively selling it, but it's for sale. He completed a repower on another boat this Summer and it's basically a spare. I have only...
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