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    What is pin through VP280 o/d

    I bought a 1976 Bayliner Skagit 2250 with a Chevy 350 and VP 280 o/d. Half way up the drive there is a pin sticking through from side to side that I didn't notice. The engine and o/d work great but can anyone tell me what this pin might be? Harris
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    In water winterizing

    I'm in the Pacific Northwest where it doesn't get as cold as it does for many of you but it does get below freezing for short times. However, my boat's in the water and I use it periodically for fishing on the Columbia river during fall and winter. I haven't seen "in the water" winterizing...
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    How do I identify engine with changed intake manifold?

    I just got a 1976 Bayliner Skagit Offshore with a VP 280 outdrive and where another engine was installed. I understand that many times the engine number is on the intake manifold but this engine has an Eidelbrock manifold. Where can I find a number which will tell me what year 350 it is and...
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    Need info on backing with surge brakes

    Do you have to lock out surge brakes when backing up a boat trailer at a ramp or otherwise? Yesterday, I was backing up a small incline and they activated the surge brakes. Is this normal. When should I lock them out? Harris
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    Trouble raising and lowering outdrive.

    1969 OMC 350 and outdrive. The drive lifts OK sometimes and other times it lifts a little at a time and then when the switch is toggled sometimes nothing happens. Because it's intermittent, I'm thinking that it either has a loose wire or needs a new switch. I can chase the wire but I'm not...
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    Water in the lower unit.

    I have a 1969 Reinell 22' with 360 OMC stringer and electric outdrive. I've had it a short time. I went to change the outdrive oil and on the older OMC electric units there are two places to fill with type C lube. The drained oil from the top which holds 17 oz looked fine and I refilled it...
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    Winterizing with a closed system?

    I have a 350 OMC with a closed cooling system. If I make sure the coolant level is sufficient and down to -10 degrees, which it never is in our area and drain the risers, manifolds and lower the outdrive to drain, should this be enough to keep it from freezing or is there more to do. Tell me...
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    How to get screw out of steering stop?

    Asked this question on the general topic but got no answer. Maybe you can help me here. I bought a 1969 Reinell 22' boat that I have a problem with that I can't figure out. The boat has a spoke type steering wheel with a long screw, aprox 2" long and a knob on the end which you turn in to...
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    How do I remove a screw steering stop?

    I bought a 1969 Reinell 22' boat that I have a problem with that I can't figure out. The boat has a spoke type steering wheel with a long screw, aprox 2" long and a knob on the end which you turn in to tighten the steering and turn out to loosen the steering. The problem is that the screw is...
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    Moving a trailer out from under a boat.

    I'd like to paint the bottom of my 22ft 1969 Reinell and can't figure out how to move the trailer out from under the boat and what to use to cradle it. Any idea's? Harris
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    Building a top for a 1969 Reinell 22ft

    I have a Reinell 22 ft 1969 cuddy cabin with a 76" windshield and a convertible top. A new canvas top will cost upwards of $500 so I'd like to build a hard top for it instead. Has anyone seen info or plans for a project like this on the site. All info on the project is appreciated. Harris
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    What is hp and Mfg number for 1969 OMC 350

    I've looked this question up on the internet and get different answers. This is not a 400 or 800 model but is before that. It's hooked to a OMC stringer outdrive (don't ask). Can anyone help me with this? Harris
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    Water hose attached to top of out-drive.

    I'm purchasing a 1969 22ft Reinell with a 350 engine. I'm not sure which out-drive. The owner had a hose with a fitting hooked up to the top, side of the out-drive and the water turned on. I haven't seen that used before. Can anyone tell me if this is a correct way to do it with the engine...
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    Where to find canvas cockpit top

    I just picked up a 1969 Reinell RV2200. The top over the cockpit and side plastic windows are shot. All I find on Google are boat covers and that's not what i'm looking for. I guess it's called a convertible top and it zips to the rear cover which is still OK. Anyone know of places online...
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    How far can you tip Honda BF8A in a sailboat well?

    I have a 25' sailboat (don't hold that against me) with a well at the stern for my Honda BF8A. The problem I have is that when tipped forward as far as the clicks will hold it, a small part of the leg, the prop and zinc are still in the water. Zincs are difficult to replace because they are...
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    Generator connector for honda 8hp

    I'm not sure if I'm using the correct terminology but my question is about the connecter that plugs into a 1999 8hp honda outboard and runs wire to the battery for charging. My motor didn't come with one. Are there any standard parts that can be used or do I have to pay Honda aftermarket...
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    Very hard starting BF8A. Need help

    I've done a search and haven't found anything quite like this. I got a 1999 BF8A with a boat I bought and starting it is a bear. It can take 12 to 15 or more pulls with the choke out, the choke in and the choke 1/2 way out. I'm an old guy and this is killing me. Once it's going, it purrs...
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    How to replace the impeller on a 1970 55hp

    I just got a 1970 55hp Seaking, MADE BY CHRYSLER that I got with the boat. I'm told that they're the same engine. I'm not much of a mechanic and was hoping, since its the same as the Chrysler if someone would give me directions on how to replace the impeller. It looks like you have to take the...
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    How to replace impeller on 1970 55hp Sea King?

    I just got a parts catalog for the 1970 55hp Seaking, made by Chrysler that I got with the boat. I'm not much of a mechanic and was hoping someone would give me directions on how to replace the impeller.
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    Gaskets for lower unit screws. Need help

    I'm about to replace the lower unit oil on my SeaKing 1970 55 hp made by Chrysler that is on a boat I just purchased. I have seen where there is suppose to be some kind of gasket on the screws that's suppose to be replaced too. I can't find anything in the marine stores and I'm not noticing...
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