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    Are the OMC Cobra SX and the Volvo SX the exact drive?

    just a curious thought, are the joint venture OMC Cobra SX the exact drive as the Volvo SX? One would bolt on to the other?
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    Can someone help me identify this part

    I'm trying to buy a replacement piece but can't figure out what that's called or what to refer of it when calling mercury. :) That round piece that's circled in red that goes to the bracket.
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    Mercury 9.9 big foot or 15hp standard?

    I'm trying to decide which motor to use on my boat, one is a 1999 9.9hp Big Foot and the other is an 2002 15hp standard. Both are long shaft, The 15hp was a salt water used motor and there are signs of rust here and there but is still in very clean condition. Both starts on the first pull. while...
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    Is it ever too late to add FWC to an engine?

    I found a complete 350 engine that was recently rebuild it has less than 20 hours on it but it currently doesn't have FWC. Since I'm using it mainly in salt I would like to add FWC to it. I heard that FWC are not recommended for older engine that's been in salt since there's probably already...
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    Close cooling + Neautra salt or just one or the other?

    I'm currently working on repowering my striper and already have a new Neutra Salt flush system but at the same time, I'm looking to add FWC to this new setup I'm getting. If I have FWC, does it help or even work with Neutra Salt or just install the FWC and call it a day?
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    Is this a Cobra/SX drive?

    I had to buy some engine components for my boat and the seller would not split his parts so I had to buy the entire package. He stated that the boat is a 97 but based on his Exhaust riser, the engine seems from a much older year. My boat was mainly used in salt by the previous owner. The boat...
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    can I repower my 302 with a 454?

    I have a 95 striper 2150WA that i need to repower. Can I fit a 454 in it? Attached is a photo of the current engine/engine room
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    Is it ok just to launch with a boat more than the GTW specified?

    Is it ok to launch and retrieve a boat out of the water that's say 1k lbs heaver than the specified towing capacity of the tow vehicle? My tow vehicle has a 3500lb towing capacity. The boat dry weight is about 3550lb based on NADA, I don't know if this includes the engine or not. Does anyone...
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    1995 OMC Cobra 5.0 reliability

    I'm looking at a boat with a 5.0l ford and OMC Cobra out drive. I've always had Mecruiser in the past so I have no idea what I'm getting myself into. What's the reliability of these motors and outdrive? Are they more or less expensive/easier, harder to work on than the Mercs?
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    6.5" speakers in the 5.25 hole on the 1950?

    I have an 02 1950 capri and the stock speaker size is 5.25. I'm looking to replace them with some 6.5 and was wondering if anyone was able to fit one in there? Doesn't seem like there is much room.
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    Fish Finder: Eagle 320 vs an 8 year old Lowrance x91 to replace or not?

    I have an old Lowrance X91 that is missing the bracket and the transducer. It was only used for 4 months before I sold my old boat then put it in the closet since 2002. I just picked up another boat and is looking to replace the existing Eagle Cuda 168 that's currently mounted on the boat. In...
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    Is Nada price the best way to go?

    I'm looking @ a 2001 Capri 1950 seems in excellent condition no wear and tear. He's listing the boat at just over $7k but Nada low is $4900 and highs is $5500. That's a huge price gap and I don't want to make the guy feel like I'm low balling him if Ioffered him $5k for it. I'd hate to be that "...
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    Please help deciding between these two bayliner I/O vs Outboard

    I'm looking to pick up a cheap boat to do some fishing. First one is a 1986 bayliner capri with a 135 HP evinrude outboard. The second one is a 1988 BAYLINER capri as well but it has an i/o not sure what the engine is maybe a 4.3l? and a Volvo penta outdrive. They are basically the exact...
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