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    Help Identify OMC CUFM20D Engine Info

    I have a 4 cyl inline engine OMC Model CU(or V)FM20D Serial # W182088 That I was going to use in place of a 1968 mercruiser 120 hp. What Year is the OMC, and how many hp 120 or 140?
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    Strip or Sand ?

    :D Aluminum hull, overpainted with house paint, houspaint peeling and cracking (Looks like a BAD case of dandruff when you rub the hull :eek: ) Question: Sand with Random Orbital Sander down to good paint, Or strip the whole darn thing and re-prime? (If strip, what brand stripper?)
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    68 Starcraft Starchief 18' Cuddy Restoration

    I dove into the mix yesterday and started tearing out the floor. I will need to replace the transom wood, as well as the wood in the cabin and cabin walls. Basically if it is wood, it is gettin replaced. And there lies my first question. It appears the floor was 1/2" plywood. and either I need...
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    transom replacement

    Well I got my 68 Starchief and, no suprise, she needs a floor and transom. (as well as most all the cabin wood) My question is, Do you drill out the rivits on the top rear trim piece and take off the transom sheet metal cover or do you try and do it in place? Thanks, Bret
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    1969 120 mercruiser carb needed

    I am in need of a carb for a gm 4 cyl 120hp mercruiser. Where would I find one? :confused: Thanks, Bret
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    1969 18' Holiday with 120 mercruiser

    Ok, while I am waiting to pick up my 68 starchief, I found this lonely 69 Holiday that wants to come home with me (My wife thinks as a parts boat;)) I was told the boat is sound, hull in good shape, windows and trim in good shape, trailer good, the floor needs replaced, the outdrive is all...
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    68 Starchief 120 hp mercruiser i/o questions

    I am picking up a (free) 68 starchief next weekend and was told the engine (4 cyl) needs lead additive to run or needs a rebuild to run on unleaded? What all is involved in the changeover? Also, what all is involved in a transom replacement? Thanks, Bret
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    New Owner of 68 Starchief I/O looking for info

    Hello, I am going to pick up a 1968 starchief from a family friend in 2 weeks, I was told it has a 120 hp i/o with a chevy nova engine. anyone with any pics or info on a similar boat would be appreciated! Thanks, Bret
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