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  1. roscoe

    Force 70hp, starter went out replaced still wont start

    There is a way to throttle up, while in neutral. It depends on the controls you have. On some, there is a button in the center of the shifter, push button, move throttle handle forward at least several inches or more. On other controls, you pull the entire handle away from the control box...
  2. roscoe

    Force 70hp, starter went out replaced still wont start

    Starter appears to work fine. Engine turns over fine. Check spark on all 3 plugs. Push the throttle forward and hit the fuel enricher. Let her crank for more than one second at a time. Diagnose BEFORE spending money on parts.
  3. roscoe

    trailer fenders

    Tie Down Marine SUV Style Plastic Fenders https://buymbs.com/p-9389-tie-down-marine-suv-style-plastic-fenders.aspx?vid=1140805&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Product_CPC&utm_campaign=1140805&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8N35ssSW8gIVmbbICh3BpQiQEAQYASABEgIPIPD_BwE
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    Force 120 problem

    rebuild fuel pump. Torn diaphram inside will leak fuel into crankcase and cause a rich/flooded condition.
  5. roscoe

    50hp Merc

    That should be a 1986 model. Have that serial number handy when ordering parts. And make sure they are parts for the 3 cyl 50, not the 4 cyl "classic 50", which was actually a 45hp.
  6. roscoe

    Anybody ever hear of this one?

    Good, Let us know how it works out on the water.
  7. roscoe

    Too windy?

    I was out on Lake Michigan in dead calm winds. Beautiful sunny morning. The problem was it was the morning after a big storm ripped through. We were in 8' swells. Had to go 7 ? miles. Luckily we were on a 40' sailboat. Had to move it from a slip in one marina, to a newly acquired slip in...
  8. roscoe

    Question about the boat I just got

    Likely $1500-$5000 and 40 to 100 hours of labor, depending on amount of rot and fiberglass work to be done.
  9. roscoe

    Additional sound signals for electric boats?

    Sailboats do emit a sound when traveling to aft. It sounds like.... HELPPPPPP ! followed by..... OH SHOOT.
  10. roscoe

    Boat trim

    while most would shy away from adding extra weight to their boat. if you need it, why not use something cheap and dense. Cheers.
  11. roscoe

    Boat trim

    a half cubic foot of lead should do it.
  12. roscoe

    Lake winnebago launch for larger boats

    I've seen some big boats launched in Oshkosh - Fox River, just down from Rainbow park. Lakeside Marina is along there, co-worker just bought a big Chap from them. I'm not sure if they have a private launch, but they sell some 26-30 footers. They would surely well you the best launch in the...
  13. roscoe

    run a ground wire

    running a ground wire saved me from messing up the nice galvanized finish on the hot dipped after weld trailer I spent a small fortune on. Also allowed me to mount the lights on the fiberglass and plywood doors of my cargo trailer. And gives me worry free trailer lighting.
  14. roscoe

    Starcraft on C-list/ebay!

    22' Chieftain for $1000 https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/boa/d/trufant-starcraft-chieftan-project/7339164403.html 21' Islander for $800 https://nmi.craigslist.org/boa/d/mesick-ft-islander/7336341737.html 26' ? Islander hard top $2500...
  15. roscoe

    Replacement No-Feedback Steering Package OMC#0770850

    Very likely that your old steering cable has its length printed on it, probably on the helm end, but maybe both ends. It may be in inches or in feet. You buy the helm. Then you buy the cable, 9', 10', 17', or........, the length you need. The helm you referenced uses the ssc61XX cable...
  16. roscoe

    fuel filter part

    May work with a carbed motor, but not with efi. The last thing you want are plugged fuel injectors.
  17. roscoe

    fuel filter part

    https://www.amazon.com/Quicksilver-MERCURY-Element/dp/B0053HOSOY/ref=asc_df_B0053HOSOY/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312094677816&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9950875722366828223&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019168&hvtargid=pla-569928069031&psc=1
  18. roscoe

    Operating a bow mounted trolling motor from a remote location.

    In this case you have 3 options. Create and fabricate. Use it as is. Or break our another $2500.
  19. roscoe

    Transferring fuel from truck to garage to dock to boats (PITB)

    Drop a 4' piece of plywood down over the 4 steps and turn it into a ramp. Shouldn't be too difficult to secure it so it doesn't slide away. Or get yourself a wagon or cart to transport the cans to the top of the steps. And use good cans, they will last a lifetime.
  20. roscoe

    Portable tank vent ? Connector?

    How it revs on the muffs means nothing. There is no load on the engine, and no back pressure on the exhaust. If your serial number was lower than A710280, pump would be in the carb, Your serial number is far above that, so you should have a separate fuel pump. Look Here...
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