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  1. JASinIL2006

    Backfires on acceleration

    My boat has a problem when we accelerate hard, like when trying to pull a skier. When I hit the throttle, about 50% of the time the boat chugs and backfires, and then catches and accelerates as you would expect. The other half of the time, it accelerates pretty strong (although I suspect I could...
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    Sealant for aluminum?

    Hi all, I've used 3M 5200 and 4200 on my fiberglass boat, but I need to install a below-waterline fitting on an aluminum rowboat. The applicationslist for 5200 and 4200 both fail to mention aluminum, so I'm assuming aluminum boats require some other type of sealant... what do you all use to seal...
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    New prop for tubing/skiing?

    I'm considering getting a new prop, partly to have a spare on board, but mostly to get better performance for pulling skiers and tubes with the boat in my signature. I'd like to get better holeshot and get up on plane more quickly. Current prop is a Merc #832834A45P23, which is I believe is a...
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    Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider

    Re: Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider And now, by request of a fellow Larson owner, some pics of the rear bench seat hinges... This is the hinge on the starboard half of the bench seat, with the seat lifted up: Hinges, from above. Hope this helps! Jim
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    Where to buy a new rear step ladder for a 1996 Larson 174 sei

    Re: Where to buy a new rear step ladder for a 1996 Larson 174 sei You just need the ladder part? I removed the flip down ladder from my 1997 Larson 186 SEI to install a different type. Is this what your bracket looks like: If this is what you're looking for, PM and maybe we can work...
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    dixie hustler "deck job" (turned full rebuild)

    Re: dixie hustler "deck job" (turned full rebuild) How was it covered before? Did it have any play? Before restoration, my tank was covered by a single sheet of 1/2" plywood, screwed into the fiberglass stringers and bulkheads. The only support was two 2x4s layed flat spanning the stringers...
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    Do you have firsthand knowledge of an I/O trim failing while trailering?

    Hi all, I've been reading all the perennial questions about using a transom saver/defloperizer, and it got me to thinking: how many of us actually have FIRSTHAND knowledge of an I/O outdrive tilt/trim failing catastrophically while being trailered? As often as this sort of failure is mentioned...
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    1985 Seaswirl Tempo 17 floor replacement turning into something bigger.

    Re: 1985 Seaswirl Tempo 17 floor replacement turning into something bigger. I forget who posted this originally, but I found it useful and I think it will help you.
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    Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider

    Re: Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider And here are the pics of the assembled interior! All that's left is to get the stereo to work (all I'm getting is a bass signal out of the speakers). Then, I splash her! View from rear seat facing the front of the boat: Rear seat and...
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    Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider

    Re: Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider Pics of attachment hardware for the sunpad (in response to a request from a PM). Port strut assembly (gas spring) viewed from the starboard side: One of two hinges (this is the starboard hinge): Top and bottom attachment hardware for...
  11. JASinIL2006

    Installing pedestal bases: 5200 or no 5200?

    Hi all, I'm getting ready to install the pedestals for my boat seats. They will be attached to bases I built and fiberglassed into the deck: The bases were attached to the deck after the deck had been glassed. Each base has stainless steel T-nuts to receive the screws from the pedestal...
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    Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider

    Re: Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider It's been a couple of weeks since I've posted any updates on my progress. I've spent the last week or two making all the engine connections and troubleshooting a problem with the engine. (It would turn over, but I wasn't getting any spark so...
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    Starting engine first time after transom rebuild

    Re: Starting engine first time after transom rebuild OK, Don, let's see if these pictures help... This first picture (below) shows the wires coming out of the ignition control module. (not pictured are the wht/red and white/green wires that go into the distributor): The next picture is a...
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    Shift shaft coupler not lining up correctly for re-install of outdrive

    Re: Shift shaft coupler not lining up correctly for re-install of outdrive This is what mine looks like with the shifter in forward: Here's a view of the shift shaft coupler from below: Not sure why it won't line up correctly...
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    Shift shaft coupler not lining up correctly for re-install of outdrive

    I'm trying to reinstall my Alpha One Gen II outdrive after a transom rebuild. I've been following the manual and I watched achris' excellent video on Youtube. My problem is that I cannot get the shift shaft coupler to line up straight fore and aft when the shifter is in forward; at best, it's...
  16. JASinIL2006

    Starting engine first time after transom rebuild

    Hi all, I just reinstalled my engine after a transom rebuild. I'm making the last connections and I'll be putting the outdrive back on next. Thanks to lots of help from folks here, the motor re-installation and alignment went pretty smoothly. My question: is there anything I should do as part...
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    Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider

    Re: Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider Got a lot done this weekend. I set up the gantry and my brother, my dad and I put the engine back into the boat! Ready to receive the engine.... My dad manned the hoist: Engine installed and alligned! Woo hoo! Trim pump installed...
  18. JASinIL2006

    Torque wrench for hose fittings?

    The Mercruiser manual stipulates certain torque settings for things like the hydraulic hose connections on the trim pump. I have a torque wrench with a standard 3/8" drive, but I cannot find locally any open-ended wrench adapters for that kind of torque wrench. I did find open-ended adapters for...
  19. JASinIL2006

    Getting ready to reinstall Merc 350 MAG

    Hi all, after rebuilding my transom, I'm hoping to reinstall my 350 Mag engine this weekend (have my dad and brother coming to help; they're pretty handy wrenchers with automotive engines and such). I've got the transom assembly (gimbal housing, inner transom plate) installed and I'm making...
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    Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider

    Re: Transom problems with Larson 186 SEI I/O Bowrider Got a little bit done today... I installed the gimbal housing and inner transom shield. Other than a bit of fun with the gasket, which came unglued, it went on pretty easily. Feels good to have it back on the boat. Torqued it down to spec...
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