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    Exhaust manifold discovery?

    That is a pretty serious crack, hate to see what the rest of the block looks like !! Quite noticible...you didn't see this before purchase ??
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    Second mortgage for a carb?

    No one said boating was cheap !! However, just because they advertise that price doesn't mean they sell any at that price !! People have a tendency to ask crazy prices for something they think is scarce, but how many actually sell ?? I have always had better experiences rebuilding with a good...
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    Cold compression test question

    No....not as accurate, but will still give valuable info. Basically you are lookung to see if there is enough compression for the motor to run, and are the cylinders within specs to each other. Typically you would get a little higher comp reading on a warm motor, but just to tell if the motor...
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    88' Force 85hp lower unit oil viscosity

    Have you changed the lube recently to see if there are any metal chips in there. Metal chips can cause a whine..well worth a quick drain and fill to check !!
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    Does the Lower engine mount wear out?

    Just from your pics, it appears the rubber has shrunk from its housing !! Why not replace as long as you have it this far ??
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    Syncing carbs?

    If you have multiple carbs....yes...they require sync to run right. Hope you have a " factory" service manual to follow to the letter !! No place to cut corners here!! Also use a factory rebuild kit with new parts, just quick clean and put back together rarely works !!
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    Wheel bearing grease "oozing"

    Your right, shouldn't have said that.....I do the same thing for preventative maintenence, but....a few years back, one of the BB came out somehow and the grease all flung out . As I was backing into my barn the wheel came off ( after driving 65 mph for a half hour) axle end was destroyed and...
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Same for the stringers inside, if you cant acess the wood directly then drill some small holes to check, easy to fill if wood is solid. All these tap and thump tests are useless !!
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    Ok. Trailer time!

    What does it take to get a title ?? Vin numbers can easily be changed with some simple hand stamps. Create your own vin # and call it homade. Not recomending criminal activity but when your states rediculous laws leave you no choice ????
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    I need a tool, don't know what it's called...

    The really small pin gages are often refered to as wire gages. If my memory is anywhere around they ranged from .025 down to .005 in diameter
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Do a deep dive on those stringers and transom wood before getting involved in cosmetic issues.
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    Engine Alignment tool goes in about 1/4 of the way, question.

    I always kept a few on hand, because at the end of every season I removed the outdrive for inspection. Let it drain over the winter then added fresh lube and reinstall at the start of the season. Never wanted to be without a new gasket !!
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    Merc 60 EFI Fluctuating motor speed at any speed, air in fuel filter

    Being a 22 model, isnt that still under warranty ??
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    1957 Johnson 18 hp. Controls

    I have just used a typical lithium grease, like in my grease gun....not sure if it is right ir wrong but never an issue with it...
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Pics ???
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    1990 Wellcraft 223 Eclipse

    Look for boat salvage yards, not gonna be cheap!!
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    Replaced prop with the "same" spec prop. Loss of bottom end.

    Consider that restocking fee an educational expense !!
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    Wheel bearing grease "oozing"

    I might add, that at least once a year I slip a jack under the axle and raise each wheel/ tire and give it a spin. Check for any noises, easy turning, no slop/ play when side force is applied, then add a little grease while spinning until it comes out the overflow hole. If everything feels...
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    Where to get a boat cover?

    A snap cover is much easier to install and remove, I would never own another strap cover, but to each his own !! In my area we often look for guys that do upholstery in old cars, many will do boat covers in there offseason at a better price than real boat cover folks.. I have had a couple made...
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    Question on starting an outboard. And fuel line question(s)

    I agree, that fuel connector does not look right...cant say about yammy, but not like any OMC that I can recall...
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