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  1. roscoe

    Picked up the new one.

    1973 Starcraft Mariner 18' 1973 Johnson 65 hp 1973 Johnson 9.9 Boat looks to be pretty much original, except for the carpet they laid over the old vinyl flooring. Lots of scratches on the outside, real nice inside. Here are the photos, and a few of my sisters new cat. Cat is 176#er...
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    what did I buy ? Another STARCRAFT of course !!

    Finalized deal, paid for, but need to wait till next week to pick it up. Hmmmm, what do you think it is? Gonna take some getting used to a left hand throttle control. Gonna make cold start throttle advance tricky when I put the new Merc controls on. Does anyone have a line on controls, that...
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    91' Force 120hp i/o - starter won't engage..

    Re: 91' Force 120hp i/o - starter won't engage.. Bridge the gap between the battery terminal and the starter terminal using a jumper cable or similar. If the starter doesn't engage, its the starter. If the starter works, it is the solenoid. If you are hearing a click, I suspect the...
  4. roscoe

    Who wants an L-Drive cheap ???

    It has 8 different bidders already, and up to 100 bucks. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/89-Bayliner-1770-17-Used-Bowrider-Boat-Sale-WI-/360386494232?pt=Power_Motorboats&hash=item53e8b57f18#ht_5795wt_1167 Hopefully the winner will just be looking for parts to repair the one he has. The boat...
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    Vehicle Change

    Re: Vehical Change Re: Vehical Change I had a similar issue with one of my trailers. I added this: http://www.google.com/products/catalog?client=safari&rls=en&q=fulton+tongue+kit&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=15123479198964447111&sa=X&ei=ZVtDToSKJI2ctwfihJCmCQ&ved=0CDoQ8wIwBA#ps-sellers...
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    Is this an ELECTRIC SHIFT Johnson ????

    Model number 65ESL73R 1973 65 hp Is this an electric shift model? ES in the model number ? What was the last year the made electric shift motors? Thanks guys
  7. roscoe

    NEED ADVICE...BEST BUY FOR $4k, NEW TO THE BOATING WORLD BUT NEED HELP FROM THE PROS!

    Re: NEED ADVICE...BEST BUY FOR $4k, NEW TO THE BOATING WORLD BUT NEED HELP FROM THE P Welcome to iboats. There is only one answer. A mid 70's Starcraft SuperSport 18' aluminum, with a late eighties or early 90's outboard. About 3 grand.
  8. roscoe

    Porpoising while trimmed down

    Re: Porpoising while trimmed down First, check engine height. Anti ventilation plate on motor, should be about an inch above the bottom of the hull. Click thumbnail: Also, I would try running without the hydrofoil. You really shouldn't need it on that rig. The engine must be mounted high...
  9. roscoe

    Too much power? Really?

    Re: Too much power? Really? Here is one from my 1973 Starcraft. Click the thumbnails. Older ones didn't mention the Coast Guard. Newer ones are black and yellow. Here in Wisconsin, they are law, for outboard powered boats under 20'.
  10. roscoe

    Small Fire..:(

    Re: Small Fire..:( Here is a parts diagram. Click to enlarge. Hopefully you can just replace the wiring. This has worked for me in the past. The Mercury replacement motor is very expensive. If the motor is shot, you are better off replacing with a used one from ebay, or a new...
  11. roscoe

    1989 Force 125 runs too cold

    Re: 1989 Force 125 runs too cold Welcome to iboats. I can't in any way see how this could be caused by the lower unit. Do you have all the parts installed with the thermostat? There should be a gasket, then a grommet, the thermostat, a large spring, then the cover. Click photo to enlarge.
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    CL Scam Responders

    I have used Craigslist in the past, and have had ok results with it. But lately, all I get for responses are scammers. How about you? The first 2 emails from this guy almost sounded legit, then I got this one. """ HI AGAIN, (UP FRONT WITH YOU) WE ARE MOVING HERE IN EAGLE RIVER FROM...
  13. roscoe

    Stuck at boat dock

    Re: Stuck at boat dock I have run into this problem, and have seen many others suffer through it too. Had an idea to modify the trailer. Take a look at the photo. Imagine the red triangle as a piece of 1/2" steel. Mounted to the frame, 1/2" in front of the tire, extending down to about 4"...
  14. roscoe

    I hate this new Minnesota law, Do other states have it ?

    Re: I hate this new Minnesota law, Do other states have it ? MN dnr is giving these away to remind you. Or, they were giving them away, before the gov't shut down last week.
  15. roscoe

    Starcraft.. Should I

    Re: Starcraft.. Should I I bought a 1973 like that, with the hopes of making it a fishing boat. No way. The wife said it was too nice, don't go messing it up. For what its worth, it came with a pristine 65 hp, that push the boat at 31 mph. So you don't need a great deal of power , should you...
  16. roscoe

    whats the most important tools to have in boat!!!!

    Re: whats the most important tools to have in boat!!!! A backup plan. And a hook remover.
  17. roscoe

    Mounting swivel seat base to aluminum bench seat?

    Re: Mounting swivel seat base to aluminum bench seat? click : You can mount the seat without putting any holes in your bench if you have space under the seat.. Don't know if they still make them, or if you will have to find a used one. They are an aluminum sleeve that fits over your...
  18. roscoe

    Don't forget the plug ???

    http://news.dnr.state.mn.us/index.php/2011/04/25/free-sticker-reminds-boaters-to-check-the-drain-plug/ Free sticker reminds boaters to check the drain plug (Released April 25, 2011) A bright-yellow warning sticker has been created by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to help...
  19. roscoe

    Wooden outboard stand dimensions?

    Re: Wooden outboard stand dimensions? You can go as big or small as you like. Figure the motor weighs 200#. I made mine strong enough to handle any motor I will ever own, 350#. I made it on castors for mobility. I made it sturdy enough so I can run the engine on the stand, I made it wide...
  20. roscoe

    Where can I find a KICKER BRACKET like this one ???

    Seen one of these a few years ago, now I want one.
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