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    Gas Tank Vent?

    I was wondering what the purpose of the gas tank vent is? Is it supposed to be in a certain position (opened or closed) while running? Or does it make any difference?<br /><br />Shane
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    Intertec Service Manual - 30HP and UP

    Is anyone interested in a good used manual? It covers several of the major engine brands (Chrysler, Force, Evinrude, Johnson, Mariner, Mercury, Sea King, Suzuki, Tohatsu, and Yamaha) from 1969 - 1989. Copyright 1991, 716 pages! I'm wanting to get one a little more specific for my engine.<br...
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    Just Changed Lower Unit Oil...

    It was mostly uneventful. I noticed that it looked very black (just like used motor oil). The new oil that I put in was remarkably lighter. I couldn't see any water or any milky substance in it. I also didn't notice any metal particles. It smelled nasty though. I'm going today to test it...
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    Another Decarb Question???

    Hi all,<br /><br /> I took my 16 ft. Starcraft with my 1975 55 HP out today. This is only the 4th time I've had her out (she sat up for several years). This is the first time I used 87 octane. I also got a hold of a can of seafoam. I put approx. 6 ounces in my 6 gallon gas tank. When I got...
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    Lower Unit Oil??

    I had a question regarding regarding Lower Units. I have a 1975 55 HP Chrysler. To my knowledge the lower unit oil has never been changed. When I change this oil should I expect and problems? Will it be real thick or thin? I'm just trying to anticipate any problems before I take out the...
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    Tying On Lure Question...

    Is there any reason that most people tie knots to a lure instead of, say, a snap swivel. This, of course, would make it much easier and faster to change lures. Is the action different? Just wondering...<br /><br />Shane
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    Oil Coated Plugs?

    Hi all,<br /><br /> I was wondering if maybe someone could explain to me how spark plugs get coated with oil and foul out. I am having a problem with this and would appreciate any help.<br /><br />Thank you,<br /><br />Shane
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    I Bought a New Finder Today!

    I appreciate all the responses about my question earlier. I ended up going with a Garmin 160. I almost went with the Eagle Tri-finder but I was swayed by the better resolution on the Garmin. Does anyone own one? If so, what are your experiences? I'm taking her out tomorrow to see what I can...
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    Are Humminbird fish finders inferior?

    I asked some questions in the fishing forum and didn't get much response so I thought i would ask over here. Is there a reason why most people on this forum (I haven't checked any others)think humminbirds are inferior? I'm going out to buy own today for some fishing at the later part of the...
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    Eagle FishEasy Vs. Humminbird 100-300??

    I am buying a fish finder very soon. I had pretty much decided on a humminbird 200DX or a 300TX but I have read many negative comments on this board. Is there an advantage with the Eagle Fish Easy that the humminbird doesn't have? I am buying one tomorrow for a couple fishing trips at the end...
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    Spark Plug Types??

    How can I tell what plugs go in my engine? Or does it matter? Wal-Mart sells several types of Marine spark Plugs. Is there a difference? I don't want to just go by what's already in my engine because my Dad put them in years back (and didn't run it) and I don't know if he knew what he was...
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    Rough Idle and Missing??

    Hi,<br />Well I took my boat out on Monday for the first time in 9 years. I had the engine checked over and everything before the trip. The mechanic cleaned the carb and cleaned & adjusted the points. He said it ran good.<br /><br />Although I was thrilled to death that she ran, I was concerned...
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    1975 55HP Chrysler Question

    Hi,<br /><br /> Well I took my boat out on Monday for the first time in 9 years. I had the engine checked over and everything before the trip. The mechanic cleaned the carb and cleaned & adjusted the points. He said it ran good.<br /><br /><br /> Although I was thrilled to death that she...
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    Proper Gas/Oil mixing ratio??

    I have a 1975 55 HP Chrysler. I am rather new to this but what should the gas/oil mixture be? On the back of the carton it has 100:1, 50:1, 32:1, & 16:1. I have heard of people using 50:1 but it seems like I read somewhere that 32:1 is much better. Any suggestions out there?<br /><br...
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    1985 Motorguide Three - Questions???

    Hi,<br />I was given this trolling motor (in the title). I know next to nothing about them. This is a 24 lb thrust and is foot controlled. My main question is about lining up the steering. When I mount it on my bow, how can I adjust the steering so that it will turn equal in both directions? It...
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    1985 Motorguide Three - Questions???

    Hi,<br /><br /> I was given this trolling motor (in the title). I know next to nothing about them. This is a 24 lb thrust and is foot controlled. My main question is about lining up the steering. When I mount it on my bow, how can I adjust the steering so that it will turn equal in both...
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