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    I'm at a loss and I need help...

    Ok guys here's the run down. I have a 1969 Chrysler 55hp, Model 5591 Serial Number 1703, I can not get it to start. What i have done so far, new battery, new starter, new fuel lines, cleaned all the metal 90 degree elbows, rebuilt the fuel pump, cleaned out the fuel settling bowl, new spark...
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    Am I going to have issues?

    Hey Guys, I'll be making my maiden voayge in my 70 Arrow Glass with an old Chrysler 55. I am a little worried that I am going to have issues with the motor not being able to adjust trim or tilt. Am I being overly worried about this? The boat and motor combo is exactly how I got it from the PO...
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    another fuel pump question.

    ok guys im having a fuel pump issue. I have checked, cleared or replace all of the fuel lines. I have removed and cleaned all the 90 elbows, and have checked the gas tank, vent, and bulb for issues. The motor will only start (and for a very short period) if it gets a small blast of carb cleaner...
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    over / under

    would you rather be 30HP under or 30HP over your boats plating? I ask because I have a boat that has a 55hp O/B on it now but I have a spare O/B thats 115 in the garage and after reading other threads and seeing others boats that are very similar to mine, I have notice some of them are running...
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    how much would you sell your motor for?

    Hey guys, I recently picked up a new to me boat and I have my '84 Johnson 115 sitting on my stand in my garage from my previous boat. I have been looking to sell it but I have no idea how much I should be asking for it. It ran just fine when I pulled it off, I have the controls and gas tank...
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    engine/trailer/unknown part question

    Hey guys, I have a 70 tri hull with a Chrysler 55 on it, I believe I am missing a part that holds the engine up and out of the way when towing. I have seen some guys with an attachment of sorts that connects to the trailer and holds the lower unit in place. Can some one please help me (insert...
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    need help tracking down a part...

    what up fellas?, I bought a new boat (to me) and on back has a Chrysler 55 model 5591. Tried to run her when I got home, but no luck. She'll turn over but just wont start :facepalm:. After calling around someone mentioned I will probably need a new Power Pack. Can anyone help me track this down...
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    trailer conversion?

    Hey guys, just picked up a new tri hull, but the trailer is junk. Can i use my old trailer is from my V hull? Or do i have to pony up and get a new one?
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    didnt know stringers were made from old shredded wheat...

    So i am getting ready to put new stringers in my American but, the old stringers were so old and rotten they literally crumbled in my hands :facepalm:. Can anyone walk me through on how to make the correct height and curvature of new stringers? Or just point me in the right direction of a...
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    Stringer Width?

    Im replacing my stringers in my 77 Starcraft American, and have found through the forums that it seems most people have 3/4" stringers, while mine are 1/2". Seem normal to anyone? Any opinions?
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    '77 Starcraft American (fiberglass) rebuild

    whats up guys? Having some time off work, I was able to work on my 77 American and I got the stringers out. My question for everyone is I have old fiberglass mat still attached, some wavy and some not. I know i have to remove the wavy old mat but the mat that is still laying flat do I have to...
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    cover seal replacement?

    Hey guys, I've got an 1984 115 and I have started to rebuild my 77 Starcraft. I want to take care of the motor first so I started sanding down the cover, but I will need to replace the old cover seal. I have not been succesful in my search for the cover seal. Can anyone point me in the right...
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    wiring diagram?

    So i was just gonna take the boat out a few times before i tore into it and start my restro but, during a cleaning my buddy almost fell through the puzzle pieced floor, it was that rotten. Didn't feel comfortable taking it out so started the restro early. So while pulling out the side panels, we...
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    need some help with an "easy problem"

    ok guys, forgive me, im a newbie to the boating world. I picked up a 77 American with a bad steering cable. Ive read the post on how to remove and install new cables so im pretty caught up on that EXCEPT, when trying to remove the cable from the tube, its catching on something. I have been able...
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    Post a pic of your starcraft!

    Re: Post a pic of your starcraft! Just picked her up today!!!! 1977 Starcraft American
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