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  1. Valv

    Kenner boats, anybody knows about them ?

    I just purchased a 2000 21' Kenner Boats center console as project boat. It need some fiberglass work on front deck.<br /><br />Does anybody know if they are good/middle/bad quality boats ?<br /><br />It appears to be a simple construction.<br /><br />Thanks.
  2. Valv

    Kenner boats, anybody knows about them ?

    I just purchased a 2000 21' Kenner Boats center console as project boat. It need some fiberglass work on front deck.<br /><br />Does anybody know if they are good/middle/bad quality boats ?<br /><br />It appears to be a simple construction.<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Merc 150 XR6 went into water, what to do

    I have bought a boat which has a 2000 Mercury 150hp XR6 2.5 liters. Motor was frozen due to water immersion. It wasn't running during accident, it was a storm damage. Removed heads, soaked cylinders with WD40 overnight, then sprayed a lot into intake, I mean I used 9 large cans, so there was a...
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    To JB....

    JB, I never paid attention before, but your title says Ancient Mariner.....geee, that sounds you almost ahve a foot in the grave.<br /><br />I would ask the to change to something else like Expert Mariner, or Admiral.<br /><br />I don't think you are that old......and Ancient does not add up to...
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    To JB....

    JB, I never paid attention before, but your title says Ancient Mariner.....geee, that sounds you almost ahve a foot in the grave.<br /><br />I would ask the to change to something else like Expert Mariner, or Admiral.<br /><br />I don't think you are that old......and Ancient does not add up to...
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    Difference between rotary and rack steering

    What is the difference between rotary and rack steering systems. I don't mean construction, but affidability and toughness.<br />I heard racks are better anti-feedback than rotary, and also will stand more hp. I have a Yamaha 150 and wonder which I should choose.<br /><br />Thanks
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    Difference between rotary and rack steering

    What is the difference between rotary and rack steering systems. I don't mean construction, but affidability and toughness.<br />I heard racks are better anti-feedback than rotary, and also will stand more hp. I have a Yamaha 150 and wonder which I should choose.<br /><br />Thanks
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    OMC Flywheel difference

    I have a 1976 Johnson 115hp V4, I was wondering if flywheel is different than a 1989 90hp.<br /><br />Reason is, I replaced all ignition parts with a 1989 90hp, motor runs great but idles very high (1800/2400rpm.<br />Somebody suggested that trigger rod to throttle lever might be stopping it...
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    1979 115hp Johnson weak sparks.

    I have a 1979 Johnson 115hp V4. I started it yeasterday to decarb it. This morning after letting it soak overnight I cannot start it again. Funny thing spak plugs have weak spark, and if I attach all 4 (loose) to see if sparks occurs, they won't. I will go buy a spark tester tomorrow, but in...
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    looking for bass boat bench seat replacement

    I have a '91 Team Sprint bass boat, I need to replace original bench seat which is pretty much shot. Re-upholstering is not an option since even wood frame is bad.<br />I am trying to find out where I can purhcase a replacement seat for this boat. Many catalogs have single seats, but none a 54"...
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    89 Evinrude 150hp compression question.

    I just bought a 1989 Evinrude 150hp, I checked compression and I had 95lbs on each cylinder, tested 3 times each. This motor has been sitting for few months (but amazingly started right away).<br /><br />Is this reading (cold, closed throttle) low and I should be concerned, or could it be ok...
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    Suzuki 40hp where to connect tachometer

    I have a 1987 Suzuki DT 40hp, I would like to add a tach to motor, but I can't find out which wire color I have to use.<br />I believe I can connect from remote control.<br /><br />Anybody knows which of the wires I have to use ?<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Older Evinrude 70hp at the wheel or prop ?

    I have a 1976 Evinrude 70hp, was this motor tested at flywheel or propeller.<br /><br />Reson I am asking I want to install it on a Lund fishing boat which is rated 60hp max.<br /><br />Weight should be equivalent or not much difference from newer 60hp.<br /><br />Thanks
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    Question for Joe Reeves.

    I was reading your reply to this topic <br /> http://www.iboats.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=17;t=022801 <br /><br />and I was contemplating what you mentioned. I have a 1976 Johnson 115 with 120lbs compression all 4 cyls, if OMC lowered compression to help with newer...
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    This other pic needs a caption too......

    Hey, check this boat out....<br /><br /> <br /><br />Amazingly...I bought the boat!!!<br /><br />In MN at boat landing there is a sign to invite people to remove all plants from bottom of boat and trailer.....well how about the ones in the boat !!! :D :D
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    Interesting question / debate ????

    I have an interesting question I'd like to ask.<br />Why manufacturers don't add a transmission of any kind to I/Os where instead of running motors at 4000/5000rpm and use a lot of gas, they could run at 1500/2000rpm like automotive models ?<br /><br />Think all the gas we will save, noise...
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    Where do I find an exhaust tube instead of bellow

    I hate to post a thread just for this, but I saw few posts below there is tube to replace exhaust bellow on a Mercruiser drive.<br /><br />Where are they available ?<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Ford 302 from 2 barrel to 4 barrel, is it worth it ?

    I have a Mercruiser 188hp with a Ford 302 V8 and 2 barrels carb, is it worth to find a manifold and 4 barrels carb to upgrade HPs ?<br />If so, how much of a gain can I expect ?<br /><br />Thanks.<br /><br />Val
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    Early '70s Johnson 115

    Ok, let's try this way, I have an early '70s Johnson with no spark. I don't have the remote control, so I am trying to start it at junction block or motor harness.<br /><br />Does this motor has always power to ignition (when I connect battery) until ground is shortened (to kill it), or I have...
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    Transform electric shift to mechanical, possible ?

    Weird (probably) question. I have a early '70s Johnson v4 w. electric shift and bad lower unit. How tought is to change lower to mechanical shift. They are easier to find and work on.<br /><br />Thanks.<br /><br />Val
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