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    1979 vs 1993 Evinude 115HP

    Hi All, I am looking for a smaller ski boat to use in my local area. I looked at both a 1979 and 1993 models with the same HP motor. Both are stated to be fresh water and I will use it the same way. I am guessing the 79 is 115hp at the crank and the 93 is 115 at the prop and the 93 has oil...
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    Looking at a Sunbird Corsair 170 - some questions

    Hi All, First, I gain allot of usefull info form this forum, thanks to all! Last year I purchased a fishing boat and this site helped me out then, hoping it for the same. Now I am looking at buying an older boat for the local water...mostly ski/cruise. I have come accross several and have...
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    Abandoned Boat with Old Chrysler/Force

    Hi All, I met up with a guy who inherited an older boat with a Force 85 motor. From what I can see, this must be a very early Force becuase the motor is white, the controls say US Marine and the markings by Force are a large decal that was pasted to the sides of the motor. These decals are...
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    Mercury Information

    Hi, can anyone tell me the year/model information on this Mercury Serial Number? A175890 The covers list it as a 90HP. Its an in-line 6 cyl. Thanks. MS
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    1985 Merc 90hp in-line 6 - Past Maintenance Questions

    Hi All, I posted in another section about this motor and got good reviews. I am thinking of buying a boat with this setup and just learned from the owner the maintenance procedures he did. This is why I am re-posting in this section. He has agreed to let me take it to a marine service center...
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    Looking at a 1973 AMF Slickcraft SS 160

    Hi all you Iboaters.... I sold my last boat, a newer Sea Ray becuase it was a bit too much to trailer. I am looking at an older Slickcraft I really like with a 1985 90HP Merc tower of power....motor is great....what about the boat...any advice....issues...recommendations? Thanks All, MS
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    1985 Mercury 90HP in-line 6 - Recommendations

    Hi All, I sold my last boat which had a 115 Merc in-line 4 and am thinking about picking up an older boat with a 1985 90HP in-line 6. Any recommendation on this motor? Good, bad, issues, user reports? Thanks MS
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    1999 Merc 115 HP, 2 stroke, WOT Question

    Hi All, Spring is almost here in the Northeast so I am doing my thing as a newer (since last Fall) boat owner and reading the boards...asking questions. As mentioned, I purchased the boat in Oct of 07 and put 5 hours on it. All is good, however when I push it all the way the best WOT based on...
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    First start after winter lay down - Mercury 115 - 2 Stroke

    Hi All, I purchased my boat late summer last year, used her about 4 times, had the motor winterized and need to know if there is anything special about starting her up in the spring. When winterized, they fogged the motor and added stabil to the fuel along with the other stuff. Can I just...
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    Chevy S10/5 speed vs Blazer/auto

    Hi All, I need some advice. I have an 18ft. Sea Ray/115 Merc Outboard at about 2800 lbs all in. I have been towing it with a 1994 Chevy S10 PU (V6/4x4/5 speed). Its not bad, over 60 mph it can start to wiggle, but this is not my main concern. I am looking at a 1998 Chevy Blazer S10...
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    Ocean City to Cape May, NJ

    Hi All, I am a newer boat owner, with an 18' Sea Ray and like to fish for striped bass in the Sea Isle City, NJ area. I have had the boat out from Avalon to Townsends Inlet, no problem, however looking to expand my explorations. Any other area's that you would recommend for some fall striped...
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    Water Impeller Story and another Question - 1999 115 Merc

    Hi All, Got a new boat a few weeks ago....thanks to all the posters for some great advice.... I took a short test run on a local lake and noted the water temp at 130. Between then and now, finally got some feedback from the original owner though the dealer that the impeller had never been...
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    1999 Ford Explorer bumper hitch?

    Hi All, I have a 18' Sea Ray which is about 2700-3000 lbs depending on the load....Gas/Gear and so forth. I have been towing with a 1994 Chevy S10 / 4.3 v6 / 4x4 / 5 speed manual. Its OK, however I want more passanger room. I put a Class III hitch on this rig as the bumper hitch was rated...
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    Mercury 115HP Questions (1999)

    Hi All, New owner of a 1999 Sea Ray 180 DC with Mercury 115hp outboard. Took her out for the maiden voyage yesterday and have a few quick questions. 1. Starting - I need to push in throttle button and the advance the throttle to start the engine, I guess this is normal? Idle settings - Once...
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    1999 Mercury 115 two stroke - 200 hrs. - Any opionons

    Hi All, I am looking at a boat with a 1999 Mercury 115 two stroke, about 200 hours on it. It was used in fresh water and appears to be well maintained, the dealer checked the engine out, all looks good...compression, lower unit, spark. I am seeking opionions of this motor, good/bad or...
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    Transom Plate, is this normal - pic attached

    Hi, Looking at this Four Winns 200 Horizon with a newer (2003) Johnson 150. The boat/motor look good, however this plate was installed on the transom and it is making me wonder about if its there to cover a problem or is this fairly common when putting on a new motor? Thanks...any advice...
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    Transom Backing Plate - Is this a problem

    Hi All, Attached are a few pictures of a boat I am looking at, not being an expert, what are your thoughts on this plate over the transom? Is it normal, is it good, could it be covering up something ugly? Overall the boats in good shape, newer 150HP Johnson. I would not think someone would...
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    After a long search, a 1996 Four Winns with a 130HP Johnson

    Hi All, I posted several times over the last month about boats I was considering....Thanks to all that replied. The process to become a boat owner was time consuming. I was looking for a used boat with an outboard that I could use for recreation and fishing. I looked at allot of boats...
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    Considering 1999/Force or 2000/Merc Bayliner Capri 1802

    Hi, I am considering either a 1999/Force 120 or a 2000/Mercury 125. First, any feedback on the Bayliners of these years would be great. Both are Capri 1802's with a cuddy cabin. I want to use the boat in the bays/inlets of NJ/DE in the spring/fall and the lakes/rivers during the summer. I...
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    Looking at 1989 Angler 19Ft. BR

    Hi, this is a great site. I am researching boats/motors and learning allot. I am looking at a 1989 and wondering about the construction and what to look for. Beyond the obvious soft spots and transom flex, anyone have any suggestions? Also, the boat has a 90 hp Johnson, its a 1989 Special...
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