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    drilling out anchor pin

    began a task that seemed easy enough.The front anchor pin on my alphas bellhousing is frozen and needs to be replaced because of bad threads.I cut off the ends and proceeded to drill it out without making much of a dent in it.I guess I need special drill bits or a high speed drill.Any...
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    94 150 rude compression readings

    Hi guys can I get some opinions on compression readings on a 94 150hp ocean pro 125on 5 cyls and 110-115 on one.I took the reading on the lower one a few times to be sure.Charlie
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    replacing elect stove-DIY wiring??

    Well the little lady would like one of those new smooth top stoves and she usually gets what she wants.The wiring into my current elect stove has to be disconnected so they can go out with the old and in with the new at the same time.The store claims I need to have an electrician come to the...
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    17ft mako on 21ft boat trailer

    I own a 17ft Mako and I have the opportunity to acquire an almost new trailer for a 21ft boat .Is there a way to safely use this trailer.My current trailer is a bunk roller style.The 21ft one is an easy loader.Charlie
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    replace 82 115 w 96 150 OP

    I think I will leave this job to the professionals but should I expect it to be a big job switching from my 82 115 to a 96 150 ocean pro.Will they want to change my controls as well.The 96 motor comes with side console controls and I am putting it on a center console,hoping I can use the current...
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    Happy St.Paddys day fellow Irishmen!!!!!!

    Top of the morning to you all!!!!! and I will tip my beer mug to all the fellow Irishman and women on iboats and those who wish they were Irish.Charlie
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    disconnect oil injection????

    I am in the process of replacing my 82 115hp with a 96 150 ocean pro with oil injection.I prefer mixing the fuel my self.Do I have to do anything special if I choose not to use the oil injection????Charlie
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    from 82 115 rude to 96 150 OP rude

    Hi guys,I am looking at a 96 150 ocean pro evinrude to replace my tired 82 115 evinrude on my 17ft Mako.Will it adapt to the existing controls??????Charlie
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    correct comp test procedure

    I thought i knew the proper procedure for a compression test but i have recently seen a few different ways while looking for a new "used" motor.<br />the most recent was an 82 140hp johnson.the guy removed all plugs and connected the wires back on the plugs and pushed them aside as he cranked...
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    bending alum anchor light

    I need to replace my anchor light.It is a removable Perko that has a bend in it about 35 degrees or so.Anyone know a good way to get a bend in the new one without putting a crimp in it????Charlie
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    How far up do tabs go????

    I have had a problem with my 280 Regal not being able to get my bow up after planing off.I cavitate almost immediately.I already bought new 4 blade props to hopefully solve this.I was wondering if anyone knows how far up trimtabs should go when fully retracted????Mine look like they go about...
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    Problem with osco riser gasket??

    I put new man and risers on 1 of my mercruiser v8,Osco brand.There is a 1" rust line around the bottom of the riser and 1/2" onto the mating surface of the manifold after a short season of use.It is tighented properly.Do I have a faulty gasket???? Charlie
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    buying used o/b in fla

    Hi guys.We will be spending a few weeks in Pompano beach Fla this month and I thought since it is so hard to find a used 115hp outboard for sale in NY,I would check some out in Fla.If I were to find one I could have it shipped home.I guess I should pack my compression tester.Good idea or...
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    Ice damage emergency ,need ideas!!!!!

    I need some ideas fast guys!!!!!The marina that i keep my boat in for the last 20 years is frozen solid.My dock pole is being lifted up by the ice and tide.It is only up a foot but will continue if something is not done.I have the greatest slip there is,it took me 10 years to get it.It is in the...
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    Great iboat powerhead deal info needed

    There seems to be a great powerhead deal from one of the iboat dealer/suppliers.Does anyone have any experience with the supplier.The price seems great and I need a rebuilt powerhead for for my 82 115 evinrude.Charlie
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    Happy Holidays to all iboat members

    I would like to wish all iboat members the happiest of holidays and a safe and healthy New Year!!!!! Or should I call everyone "the iboat FAMILY" Sincerely Charlie
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    just ordered 4 blade props

    I just ordered 4 quicksilver 4 blade props for my 280 Regal with twin 5.0lx mercr with alphas.Anyone have experience with these???????I had 141/2x17 props on it and I could not get the bow up in a chop without cavitation with the t tabs all the way up.The new 4 blades will be 15x16.I was told...
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    115 rude rebuilt power head

    I am looking in to buying a rebuilt powerhead for my 84 evinrude 115 I have a bad cylinder and I dont have nearly enough know how or ability to fix it.There are a few that are available on iboats and they are from different vendors with a big cost difference.Anyone have any experience good or...
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    How should I price 2 hp Yamaha

    I have a 2hp Yamaha that i bought new about 4 years ago.I used it twice on my zodiac and came acrossed a great deal on a larger motor.The motor is absolutely brand new condition with a few little scratches on the skeg which I touched up with yamaha paint.I fogged it and store it in a heated...
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    Happy Thanksgiving to all on iboats

    I would like to wish all on iboats a Happy Thanksgiving.I am sure we all have something to be thankful for,I know I do.Sincerely Charlie
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