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    1961 larson all american

    Re: 1961 larson all american Here is the tag from mine, I think it is 16' 9" if I remember correct.
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    Should I do this? Re trailer

    Re: Should I do this? Re trailer Spent some time last night adding front keel roller and adjusting, the deflection looks a lot better. Now my issue is on the winch, I can't get the roller high enough or the boat lower so the eye is under the roller. I can't install as second eye because the...
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    To Starcraft or not?

    Re: To Starcraft or not? Starcraft - Starcraft - Starcraft :) I'll probably kick myself for awhile letting that one get away, but my wife will be happy - there won't be a 5th boat in the yard. I like OB's, I was going to see if my stand mounted Evinrude 135 would have worked on that boat.
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    What is this?

    I know the has something to do with Blacksmith or Farrier work. I have searched the internet and can't seem to find anything like it. It is a spring clamp or vise of some sort, trying to find out what it is called so I can sell it. Thanks for looking.
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    Should I do this? Re trailer

    Re: Should I do this? Re trailer More Pics Added some fender guides Here is the old gator trailer
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    Should I do this? Re trailer

    I have re-trailered my boat and am looking for advice from you experts out there if you think this is a good option or should I go back to my old trailer. The reason for the switch is the EZ-Loader has a wider axle and it allows the boat to sit lower. With my Gator I have to back up till I...
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    To Starcraft or not?

    Re: To Starcraft or not? And more pics. Trailer was made in 1971.
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    To Starcraft or not?

    Re: To Starcraft or not? Inspection update, with pictures. I have never looked at a Alum boat so I may have missed something here. Hull looks pretty good, needs paint and the bow has a dent above the eye. Transom replacement looks to be good. Carpet and sole (right term for floor?) are...
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    To Starcraft or not?

    I have tracked down a Starcraft project. I need some serious advice. Owner says it?s an 18? Startrek V, serial # 041426, has had the floor replaced with pressure treated ply and the transom replaced with water resistant ply???. He also stated he reinstalled the old foam??? It has no...
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    What did you get for Fathers day 2011

    Re: What did you get for Fathers day 2011 My kids gave me a real nice trout fishing shirt and a few other clothes. To start the day I taught my son and daughter how to shoot a bb gun. This is my dads old Red Rider, mid to late 1930's I would guess. They both did a great job and learned...
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    Exhaust Valve Seat Loose B/S 10 HP ???

    I'm looking for some small engine repair help. Any input would really be appreciated. I have an old briggs 10 hp with no compression, I have removed the head and removed both the valves, the seat for the exhaust is loose and spins, it also moves up and down a little. I'm pretty sure this is...
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    Caprice Wagon engine trans swap

    I am having an issue with my 700R tranny, 3rd/4th sticking valve/slow shifts, 1992 Caprice wagon. Also I had installed a replacement engine 5.7 in my 92 wagon last year, it was out of a 95 van, It has never performed like my old Caprice, Now 18MPG hwy vs 23MPG on my 93. I have a spare engine /...
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    Fishing in Indiana, No pole needed

    A buddy sent this via email to me. Sorry if it's been posted before but I thought it was funnier then H@!! http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=x3Bf0WhvsNk
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    Funny "TLC needed" boat ads on Craigslist.

    Re: Funny "TLC needed" boat ads on Craigslist. Missed this one today http://swmi.craigslist.org/boa/2296468511.html Posted at 10:40 PM last night, I sent text at 11:15pm, again at 6:30 this morning, called at 7,8 & 9. Guy called back at 9:15 saying it was gone, 5 minutes later he replied to...
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    Winter Boating in Northern Climates

    Extend your boating season if you have a little spare change ;):D http://www.huskyairboats.com/ Checkout the Gallery Page I also found this http://www.mlive.com/business/west-michigan/index.ssf/2010/12/see_what_west_michigan_ship_bu.html Biondo Boats ....a 19?-foot...
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    Our boy had knee surgery today

    Our 4 legged boy had to have ACL surgery today, he is a 6 year old Australian Cattle dog mix. He tore it chasing squirrels in the yard. We have had Beetle for over 2 years now since rescuing him. He is a great dog, loved member of the family and very protective of my wife and kids. I?m not...
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    PT&T for 1974 135HP Evinrude

    Re: PT&T for 1974 135HP Evinrude Thanks ditchen. But I still wonder why the support brackets look so different than this... and you show Just trying to double check.
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    PT&T for 1974 135HP Evinrude

    Re: PT&T for 1974 135HP Evinrude So I'm continuing the quest for a PTT and I have been looking at this unit..... My question or concern is that the mounting bracket is full height, or is as long as the cylinders. On the units I have seen pics of the mounting bracket goes about 1/2 way up...
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    Anti cavitation ring questions

    I took a prop in to have it fixed, 13 x 19 Alum. from an Evinrude 135Hp 1974. Prop came with the motor I bought last fall. The service tech looked at the prop and stated it was missing the anti cavitation ring, and there is no ridge to hold one on even if I wanted it. Questions are - How...
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    Short term energy outlook

    I was debating buying a TV (Suburan early 90's) or buying an old Mercedes diesel (30+ mpg) and came across this "forecast". http://www.eia.doe.gov/steo/ I thought an interesting read, long, but with good information. Now Lybia has shot it all to hell. Were are at $3.39 for regular. So that...
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