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  1. ronn07

    Alarm in control box

    Motor is a 2000 Yamaha 90 HP 2 stroke. Oil tank has been removed and I mix oil and gas to a 50:1 ratio. We took the boat out last weekend and had an issue come up with the alarm in the control box. Right after launching the alarm goes off, mind you this is Minutes into the boat running. I...
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    Trying to find Brochure or manufacturer info on my boat.

    Based on my Hull ID my boat is a 1990 Randall Craft V-180 Islander But I can not find anything about the boat anywhere other than a short paragraph on this iBoats Website. HIN: ESN18165G990 It's a center console, however the paragraph calls it a runabout. Any help on finding info about it...
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    Bought a 1990 Randall Craft Islander V-180 Center Console

    This boat was in rough shape when I bought it. It was a saltwater boat that NEVER got rinsed off and the motor was never rinsed out. Lots of corrosion on nearly all the metal and it was extremely dirty inside and out. Lots of leaves, sticks in the interior, and lots of scum and faded gel coat on...
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    Just bought a 1987 Bayliner Boat - need windshields

    I believe its a Bass Stryker model. It is a fish and ski. Has 2 live wells, waterski pole, it's about 16.5' long. Pic below. Is this a Stryker model? Or a Trophy Series? I am needing the windshields - boat didn't come with them. Anyone know of a salvage yard in the Phoenix Area or a reasonable...
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    1989 OMC 4.3L Cobra Overheating

    I need some guidance before I bust out another thousand (B.O.A.T.) on my boat. My boat is overheating. :(:(:(:( I have a new impeller and I checked it today when we got back and it is perfect condition. That leaves me with 3 options. 1. Thermostat is bad (I HOPE!) 2. Water pump on engine is...
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    1989 4.3L OMC Cobra I/O Oil Questions

    1. Anyone know where I can get a decent Oil extractor pump for a good price? (Bass Pro has one for about $25) Anyone used it? 2. Exactly what type of oil do I need to use. I am some what mechanical and since OMC is basically a Chevy engine can I just use a synthetic 10w30 or do I need...
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    Trim Sender and Guage for OMC 4.3L

    I just purchased a 1989 Four Winns with a 4.3L OMC Cobra I/O. I need some help in getting the Trim Guage and Trim sender working. The guage reads up all the time. I know I can just listen to the trim motor but it would be nice to have the guage. Thanks for any and all tips. Ron
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    Thoughts on this purchase - '89 Four Winns

    I just bought a 1989 Four Winns 180 Horizon. 18'6" 4.3L Engine. I/O Brand new interior professionally done, including captains chairs for driver and side passenger. New floor bow to stern 1 year ago. Including stringers and decking. Have receipts for the work. New Impeller. New Bimini Top. Over...
  9. ronn07

    Need Some Advice - Please

    I am about to purchase a 1997 Bayliner Capri 1750 LS 16.9' Boat. It has a Force 90 HP motor on it. Overall the boat is in like new condition other than one bad spot in the floor that my brother and I can repair. The boat is priced at $5200 and I am getting it for $4650 so I think it's a good...
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