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  1. mtboatin

    Top Speed Issues

    Got it out yesterday. It is running a little better. Started easier when hot. WOT got up to about 3850 RPMs. So making a little headway. Still only seeing about 32 mile per hour with almost a full fuel tank and 8 people. Will continue to run as much fuel as possible before adding. Thinking...
  2. mtboatin

    Volvo Penta info needed.

    Definitly. Got it loose tonight and serviced it. Used amsoil. I did find a small amount of what I'm guessing was water in the oil. About 2% was milky. Was completely rebuilt (gears,bearings, seals, etc.) not too many hours ago. I've never pulled a lower unit and serviced myself but it looks...
  3. mtboatin

    Volvo Penta info needed.

    Next question. Anyone have a remedy for stuck dipstick screw in top of lower unit? Soaked with Kriol, big screw driver with wrench for extra hiney. Not enough room to swing a hammer on a impact screw driver.
  4. mtboatin

    Volvo Penta info needed.

    Thanks FT. I had been on the website to buy impeller, t stat, filters, etc. but couldn't seem to find the lower unit info. This is what I needed. The first link makes me wonder how accurate the picture of the washers are. I have a thin, splined thrust washer for #36 but the picture looks...
  5. mtboatin

    Top Speed Issues

    Hello all. I recently purchased a 1994 Cobalt 272. This boat is equipped with a 7.4 GL PMDM and B2 props. Slowly going through things. Boat has sat close to three plus years with a full 98 gallon tank. Fuel smells fine but you know....three year old fuel. Added multiple high end fuel...
  6. mtboatin

    Volvo Penta info needed.

    Hello all. I recently purchased a 1994 Cobalt 272. This boat is equiped with a 7.4 GL PMDM, DP-D1 drive, and B2 props. Slowly going through things. In the processes of removing the props I found that I am missing washers. Having a hard time finding current resources/diagrams showing the...
  7. mtboatin

    Best Vintage '40s-'50s big outboard

    I have a 1956 Alumicraft Deep C I'm playing with. Old literature claims it can handle up to a 60 hp short shaft. Right now I have a 1974 50hp Evinrude that works fine but just doesn't look the part. I would love any info on what would be the oldest Johnson or Evinrude 50-60 hp (preferably the...
  8. mtboatin

    Vintage Alumacraft or Crestliner?

    I now own a 1956 15' Alumacraft Deep C which I've been fixing up over the last year and is pretty well complete. I just ran across a 1959 17' Flying Crestliner for sale in about the same condition according to the pics and phone discussion but it is several hours drive from my home. My...
  9. mtboatin

    Trolling Motor on Vintage Boat?

    I have a '56 Deep C that currently has a '74 50hp Evinrude with cable & pully steering on her. I recently picked up a '46 5.4hp Zephyr thinking it would make a sweet little trolling motor. Has anyone installed a troller of this size next to there main power plant and made it work smoothly...
  10. mtboatin

    Vintage Outboard Opinions Needed

    I'm playing with my new '56 Alumacraft Deep C which now has a '74 Evenrude 50 hp on it. Even at idle we"re moving a little fast for trolling. I'd like to eventually find a 40's-50's 50-60 hp OB. Vintage boating is a new hobby to me and I have a lot to learn. I just ran across a local 1948...
  11. mtboatin

    Three older engines--which is most desireable?

    Found these on CS and have been kicking around a vintage short shaft for trolling on my 15' Deep C. I have a '74 50 Evenrude and even at idle were moving a little faster than I'd like. Any info or opinions would be great. http://kalispell.craigslist.org/boo/
  12. mtboatin

    Old Remote Spotlight Repair Help

    I'm trying to rebuild an old remote control spot light. The light position was controlled by a mechanical knob and cable. I found the cable was seized in it's copper tube housing. I'm having trouble finding 1/4" cable 40" long. Would be great to find in SS. It has a straight wire core with...
  13. mtboatin

    Craigslist Add For Alumacraft

    Found this today. http://kalispell.craigslist.org/boa/3190897290.html http://www.ebay.com/itm/Alumacraft-Ducker-duck-boat-double-ended-duck-hunting-skiff-/300774814188?pt=Vintage_Hunting&hash=item46079371ec
  14. mtboatin

    AlumaCraft Oar Info Needed

    My 1956 Deep C was missing it's oars when I purchased it. I believe they were originally aluminum. My questions are. How long should they be? The internet recipe seems to point toward 9' for a boat 15'x5'. I can't store oars that long in the original oar holders. 6' to maybe 7' at the most...
  15. mtboatin

    Ski Tow Mount Point Help Needed for Old OB

    Re: Ski Tow Mount Point Help Needed for Old OB Thanks for the quick responses. I believe AlumaCraft was the first to have and patent the aqueduct transom. It was a catch shelf for water coming over the transom that has drain holes to expel the wash over back out of the boat. Part of the...
  16. mtboatin

    Ski Tow Mount Point Help Needed for Old OB

    I purchased a old '56 AlumaCraft Deep C which is 15' and has a 50hp Evenrude and a the aqueduct transom on it. My 9 and 11 year old girls are wanting to tube and maybe attempt to ski some day. The few times I've had it out I think she should do ok if kept within reason. My problem is there...
  17. mtboatin

    Help on 1956 Alumacraft

    Re: Help on 1956 Alumacraft Very nice tinny! Pictures are a great help. My seats will be padded and covered in two one vinyl with pipping in my vision. She rides rough enough, or maybe my back side is just too sensitive, that cushions will be a welcome addition. Flooring is a very good...
  18. mtboatin

    Help on 1956 Alumacraft

    I just purchased a 1956 Alumacraft on a old EzLoader trailer last night. Found it to be a "Deep C" with a 50 hp Evenrude outboard of later vintage (I'm thinking 1970's). Even got to test it out on the water.:D Of course she needs some work. I was wondering if anyone had a source on parts...
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