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  1. Scott Danforth

    1974 seawirl ranger merc Cruze 4cyl

    Napa has new bushings in-stock. one is about $5, one is about $8
  2. Scott Danforth

    What tools are "must haves" on the boat in your tool bag while keeping it light as possible ?

    in my pocket or the console on the boat, my cell phone and Tow Boat US number. in the ditch bag, a hand-held GPS, a hand-held VHF, some rope in the water-tight document box, a leatherman tool and a new distributor cap, rotor, and ignition module. in the front v-berth storage, prop wrenches...
  3. Scott Danforth

    Help with vibration from 1400-3500 RPM

    OP found the rubber deteriorated on his front mounts in post #19
  4. Scott Danforth

    Bayliner Capri 2150 resurrection.

    you already have the hole so your X-dimension is already set. at most you can only adjust the bolts up/down about 1/4"
  5. Scott Danforth

    1974 seawirl ranger merc Cruze 4cyl

    installing/adjusting points pull points out of package file the points install points in distributor make sure to oil the lube wick install new capacitor rough gap points with feeler gauge adjust with dwell meter while cranking the engine install cap and wires fire up engine and set timing.
  6. Scott Danforth

    Launching/retrieving with FWD

    a 3000# boat on a 1200# trailer.
  7. Scott Danforth

    1978 Chrysler floor help?

    foam never dries out the floor is always the last to rot. time to replace the stringers, transom and floor
  8. Scott Danforth

    Temperature gauge issues? Can't get a temp reading?

    stop over thinking it. use a hose clamp to secure a ground wire the the hex of the sensor, run the other end to a bolt. on all my sensors and light switches, I solder a lug on them to avoid grounding issues due to sealants and paint
  9. Scott Danforth

    Volvo 4.3L GXI-F Cam/Crank not lining up

    great summary.
  10. Scott Danforth

    carter mech fuel pump

    no, that is a chinese knock-off of the korean pump
  11. Scott Danforth

    Mercury 60hp/Melted ground terminal.NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT!!?. I'm new to all of it but learning the hard way.Any help is appreciated.

    a contactor is what you are incorrectly calling a solenoid. a solenoid is a coild wound device used for mechanical movement. a contactor is a coil wound device for switching power.
  12. Scott Danforth

    Outboard cowl paint help

    what gun are you using? what tip? looks like the gun was not set right, not enough air
  13. Scott Danforth

    carter mech fuel pump

    the fuel pump is a carter unit sold to GM who sold it to Merc. why would someone pay $130 for the korean built siera one or the $200 carter one packaged in a mercruiser box. the same carter unit is available from 30 different vendors under $50 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/crt-m6973
  14. Scott Danforth

    Water in cylinders

    run it hard to get some heat into the oil and the little bit of moisture should come out. if the oil gets more milky, you still have an issue
  15. Scott Danforth

    Boat Canopy Question

    I know from experience it doesnt stick to sunbrella
  16. Scott Danforth

    Is Volvo Penta 3L a good engine?

    make sure to read this: https://forums.iboats.com/threads/for-new-members-needing-help-buying-a-boat-a-buyers-checklist.612841/ the 3.0 motors are entry level motors for I/O's. being a 23 year old boat (yes, we are entering M/Y 2023 for boats and cars). the motor is only as good as its...
  17. Scott Danforth

    Help

    pump for the Cobra has a Blue wire you energize to go up toward the sky...... and a green wire you energize to go down toward the grass. the motor is wired to a set of contactors (relays/solenoids/other terms for contactors) that is controlled by the switch in the controls.
  18. Scott Danforth

    Waterproof seal on Nautolex clad surfaces

    butyl tape flows into crevices at -20F. no need to heat it. goop is just silicone
  19. Scott Danforth

    Saltwater Anodes

    anodes are a sacrificial member that gets replaced once every year or 6 months depending on what is needed.
  20. Scott Danforth

    Boat Canopy Question

    welcome aboard. without pictures, we are guessing however you can buy fray stop or similar from any fabric store or from amazon
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