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  1. Harritwo

    Evinrude 9.5 ho Not pumping Water

    68 Evinrude Model 9822E is not pumping water. Water Pump Housing, Impeller, Tube, O-Ring, and Shift Rod Boot Replaced with NOS. Once the Tube leaves the Waterpump in the Gearcase schematic, it goes into the lower unit, via the Shift Rod Boot. There is nothing else inside that i can see in...
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    1989 Seaswirl Sierra Classic Cuddy Project

    Just picked up a new project to begin work on. Got an 89 Seaswirl Sierra Classic. Price was right, Free. 18 foot cuddy with a 120 Evinrude. Engine needs rewired, Mice got into it and had some lunch on the wiring.First order of business is to get the engine operational, disable the VRO, and then...
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    Ford A4LD Transmission Issues

    Is anyone familiar with the A4LD transmission issues. I recently came into possession of a 1990 For Ranger with the 4.0L V6. The Auto trans will shift from 1-2 perfect. Before it shifts the 2-3 it shifts back into 1 and revs high before I get the 1-2-3 shift. Once it locks up, it is good. This...
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    1968 Evinrude Sportwin 9.5HP Water Pump Issues

    68 evinrude had carb issues. With everyones help, got those sorted out. Water pump impeller was replaced. Tube and Seals were replaced. The tube from the pump going into the power head, is there a seal or simply an O-Ring on it? On the parts breakdown...
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    1968 Evinrude 9.5 HP Carb Issues

    The Boy Child has come into ownership of his first boat. He has a 14 foot Alum boat, originally sold by Sears. With the boat, he got a trailer and a 9.5 HP Evinrude. The carb was full of crud. I took the carb apart, soaked it overnight in Carb Cleaner, washed it out with water, blew all the...
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    Waterproof Radio Enclosure Replacement

    My radio enclosure, original equipment, has seen better days and i would like to replace it with a like kind. The issue i am having is finding one. There is limited clearance between the steering wheel and the dash, so one with a flip lid wont work. The hole that is cut in the dash is larger...
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    Threading a Needle in the Dark:

    We are looking at bringing a boat into our facility. Boat is 79 feet wide. Locks we have to go through are 80 feet wide. I told the Ops Boss that I would need a Captain with legs and Nerves of Steel, but since we did not have any Navy Captains, I would use a Coast Guard Captain. He is a retired...
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    9/11 Remberance

    15 Years ago, this nation suffered a horrible tragedy which ultimately united this country in a way that had not been seen since WWI and WWII. I personally lost a shipmate in the pentagon and many other individuals lost loved ones. I was on a US Navy ship, we had an emergency sortie and went...
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    LittleRayRay

    Has anyone heard from Little Ray Ray? I havent seen him online since the new year. Hope he is doing good.
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    Safety! It is everyone's responsibility. Dont ignore something.

    This weekend has been a rough weekend on the water in the Pacific Northwest. Out on Lake Union, I picked up a kayaker whose kayak had overturned. He had been treading water for over 40 minutes by his calculations. Extremely tired and happy to have a lift. Last Night on one of the local rivers...
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    Boat Ramp Follies

    Went out on the Same Lake again today. Took the Grandson tubing. The Admiral, First Mate and Cheng were all with us. Had a blast on the lake, the grandson was his first time on a tube by himself. Finally time to head in. Getting tired, getting hot, and low on fuel. As we approached the ramp...
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    What small outboard do you prefer????

    Just picked up a new to me 16' Jon Boat and trailer. No Motor so i am considering buying a new motor to install. I am thinking of a Lehr, Merc, or Yamaha 9.9 OB for this boat. What is your opinion on which motor and why? I am leaning towards the Lehr but seriously considering the Merc and...
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    Boat Ramp Follies

    Today, took the grandson fishing. I launched with the Grandson and the First Mate (My 4 YO Cocker Spaniel) while waiting for the Cheng (My Son). The Admiral didnt want to go today. After being on the water for a few hours, we headed into the ramp. It was standing room only. I dropped the Cheng...
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    Alpha I Gen II Outdrive Oil Monitor System Oil Leak

    The small hose from the transom to the drive has cracked and developed a leak. Is it possible to replace the hose without puling the drive? This is the 10" hose attached to the transom thru hull fiitting and Mercruiser shows it to be 10" in length.
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    Seat Repair Questions

    Was doing a visual inspection and discovered one of my bow seats had bad plywood. It had rotted and was greatly deteriorated. I removed the cover, removed the foam and cut new Fire Retardant Marine Grade Plywood to replace the bad wood. Before i reassemble i need some advice as to whether the...
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    Ford F-150 Supercrew 2.7L Ecoboost vs 3.5L Ecoboost: Thoughts? Experiences?

    The admiral has authorized the search for a new Supercrew. I am leaning towards the 3.5L Ecoboost for the performance, fuel economy, and towing capacity but the 2.7L Ecoboost has a lot to offer. Main difference that i can tell is the 2.7L is rated at 7200 and the 3.5L is rated for 10900 towing...
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    Shoulder Holster Favorites?

    I am wanting to get a shoulder holster for my Tri-Star 9MM. There seem to be so many types available that those of you that use one i am hoping you can enlighten me to the pro's and con's of the types. One big question is the angle the holster sits at, Some are vertical and some are tilted. I...
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    Favorite Christmas Memory

    What is your favorite Christmas Memory from years past??? Mine is when i was a young lad, Going to Grandma's for Christmas. Lots of presents, lots of food, and most important lots of Christmas Magic.
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    Various Military Ships Pics

    USS Guardian ran aground on a reef in PR.The Navy decided to scrap her instead of repairing her in the interest of protecting the reef.
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    Various Military Ships Pics

    This is USS IOWA, one of the Might Military's Awesome Display of Firepower and Carrier Row Norfolk, VA.
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