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    Ford Explorer model info

    OK, the year is 1998. Ford Explorer XLT 4 door was available in 4x4 and AWD. Was it also available in 2x4? ?
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    Did anyone hear what Saddam Hussein said in court today?

    Describing the court proceedings and what Hussein said: When attention finally returned to Hussein, he explained how Jesus and the prophet Muhammad believed in forgiveness. "I call on all Iraqis -- Arabs and Kurds -- to forgive, reconcile and make up," he said. Another news site...
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    1970 442 w-30 all original factory one of a kind - WOW

    This guy has listed this car on ebay several times, with a reserve. The highest I've seen the bidding go was $70,000. This time - NO RESERVE, $120,000 with 5 days to go ! Lots of one of a kind special order items from the factory. I especially like the little extras like all the...
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    LOOKOUT SBN ! The Haydens 3 are on the way.

    Lookout Spinner, major party heading your way. OK, it will be 300 miles from you, but that may be too close. Tommy and Roger Hayden will be throwing a big shindig to celebrate brother Nicky Hayden's Moto GP Motorcycle World Championship. Nicky said they were "all going riding" in a post race...
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    LubeDude, is this true ? ?

    I was on the AMSOIL site earlier today, and found this: HP Injector Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (HPI) Excellent for all outboard motors with a performance emphasis on modern direct fuel injected (DFI) technology. Also recommended for personal watercraft, jet boats, motorcycles, snowmobiles and ATVs...
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    Difference between these 2 props ? ?

    Both of these props are labeled as Mercury Black Max, 3 blade aluminum, 12 pitch. One is 10.75" diameter, the other is 10.625 " diameter. Other than the 1/8" diameter, what is the difference in these 2 props? Part numbers : 73134A40 816702A40 Thanks for any info.
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    Trouble getting onto iboats on Monday the 25th?

    I see that many of you were able to post in the forums on Monday. Did anyone besides me, have trouble getting the iboats site to load on Monday. I kept getting a "lost connection to server" error message when ever trying to get to an iboats page, even the homepage. I was able to surf the rest...
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    An idea for the mods. !!

    Hi, have a good day. Think of a pleasant memory and enjoy it. Then go have a piece of dessert and a glass of cold milk. I'm enjoying mine now. German Chocolate cake. :D
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    2001 Merc 50 hp problems or concerns?

    Ok, question for all you Merc Mechanics. Are there any problems or concerns that I should know about, on a 2001 Merc 50 hp? Recently acquired this motor and the only maintenance it has received is annual gear lube changes, and maybe fogging. I will be performing the usual maintenance, but was...
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    internet and web site search engines, tips and hints ?

    There are search engines everywhere. From iboats, to Sears, to Google, etc. Trying to develop a list of tips for using them. I know all tips will not work with all engines, but would like as many as possible. Example: When searching on ebay, you can type in the word you are looking for, then...
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    Need prop starting point.

    Hi guys. History: I bought this little 16' Alumacraft a month ago. 2 bench seats, and a single seat console helm. Book says it weighs in at 380#. Rated for 65 hp !! !! Total weight boat motor batts fuel gear, and me = 1000#. It was powered by a 1977 Evinrude 35 hp. I replaced the damaged prop...
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    Calling J.L. Welcome aboard

    I don't know who you are or where you came from, but welcome aboard. In the few posts you have made in the Mercury and Force forums, you have shown a great deal of technical knowledge and practical know-how. Probably based on years of hands on experience. It is much appreciated, and I look...
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    Is this enough motor for this old Larson boat ? ? ?

    Have a '77 Evinrude 35 which is in excellent condition, looks like this one: Have a chance to pick up this boat for $900 firm price, without a motor. ""14' larson fish/ski.2-back to back seats,and 2-pedestal fishing seats.post guide-ons, She has no leaks, and the treated floor is only 4...
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    outboard bolt pattern dimensions ??

    Need to verify bolt pattern measurements. Top holes, 12 7/8 inches apart Bottom holes 9 7/8 inches apart Top to bottom holes, 8 inches Top holes should be how far from the top of the transom?
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    Secure outboard to trailer. GOT IT DONE. and got the motor home.

    Will be picking up a 50hp Merc this weekend. Too large/heavy and awkward to put in the Blazer. Will put it on a flatbed trailer with a plywood deck. Now, how do I secure it to the trailer? Don't want it sliding or bouncing or getting scratched up. So, who's got ideas on how I can secure it...
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    Model year of OT315845 50 hp Merc ?

    Need to verify model year before purchase. Can't find a chart that includes late model engines. Can anybody help?
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    Model year of OT315845 50 hp Merc ?

    Need to verify model year before purchase. Can't find a chart that includes late model engines. Can anybody help?
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    Wisconsin iboaters Shindig, Attendees ****** PLEASE CHECK IN******

    Hey guys and gals, how are you all doing? Haven't heard from most of you in a while. Lets see: How's the boat project coming along? And school? How's the knee? How's the new boat? How's the new house? Get that hole in the boat fixed yet? How's the landscaping going? How's the fishing been? Are...
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    Amazed by new used boat UPDATED 8-26

    Sold the old boat, and bought an older and smaller boat a few weeks ago. Its a 1977 Alumacraft Lunker 16' with console and a 35 Evinrude. Today was the 3rd time I took it out. Put on a new prop, and a trolling motor, so I had to try them out. I added about 120# to the bow of the boat with the...
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    Extending trolling motor power cables. What gauge wire?

    Just picked up a new Minn Kota Vector 3x steering transom mount 24 volt motor for my little boat. I want to install the batteries up front, so I will need to extend the power cables. I will be installing a battery cutoff switch near the transom, and would like to add the power cable extension...
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