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    1997 Wellcraft Eclipse 2400SC build quality?

    Just wondering if anyone has experience/knowledge regarding this model. Reportedly it has a one year old 5.7 fuel injected motor with a reconditioned DP. Engine serial # 4110141349 Model 5.7 Gi PLKDCE The owner reports that it was only used in fresh water. The boat has been bottom painted so I...
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    4 blade turning point hustler

    Looking for some advice. Here is the info I have: 1990 Larson All American 21' cuddy Approx 3000 Ibs 4.3l mercruiser 175 hp 1.84 ratio alpha 1 gen 1 19 pitch 4 blade 14" dia light chop and 3 people on board produced the following results 37 mph at 4200 rpm wot 25mph at 3000 rpm 30mph at 3500 rpm...
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    2000 Doral 216 Platinum Cuddy

    Just wondering if anybody has experience with this boat or knows where I can find additional information on this model. We are considering purchasing this boat but have no idea of the appropriate price range . There are approximately 100 hours showing on the meter and it is the original engine...
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    97 Regal Valenti 23 construction

    I am interested in a 97 Regal Valenti 23 with a 5.7 merc. Reportedly it was used in fresh water only. Does anyone know if these boats had wood stringers or transom? I am worried about rot and would like an all glass boat for my next boat. I also plan to use the boat for water sports. We...
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    Regal 2150 LSC advice

    We are considering upgrading from a 210 Larson All American cuddy with a 4.3l. It is a 1990. We find it underpowered with the anymore than 4 people on board. We slalom ski and enjoy water sports. A cuddy is a must have for our 2 girls and my wife. I found a 1999 Regal 2150 LSC with a carbed...
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    1997 LARSON 215 HAMPTON info

    We are seriously considering a LARSON 215 HAMPTON 1997 CUDDY WITH NEW 5.7 MOTOR that was installed last year. VOLVO PENTA OUT DRIVE I/O 2004 SHORELANDER TRAILER 2 AXELS. 2 BATTERIES, COVER AND BIMINI TOP. CAN BE SEEN AT END OF JASPER MINE RD IN COLCHESTER VT. We currently have a 1990 All...
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    1996 24' Celebrity bowrider- wood or fiberglass contruction

    I considering a 24' Celebrity bowrider. Comes equipped with the 5.8 liter Volvo Penta with the Volvo Duo-prop. Would this boat have wood core? Looking to upgrade from a 1990 Larson and don't want to have to replace stringers, floor etc. Already have that T-shirt.... Thoughts?
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    5.8L Mercruiser with Vovo Penta duo-prop??

    Considering a new to me boat: 1996 24' Celebrity Cuddy Cabin 5.8 fsi Mercruiser Approx. 350 hrs hydraulic trim tabs Based on the pictures in the ad it looks like a well cared for boat. I suspect it may have been used in salt water but will confirm with the seller. I am confused by the...
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    Slight power surge 1st time up on plane each day

    1990 4.3l merc with 2 bbl carb. 175hp I don't think this is much to be concerned about, but thought I would ask anyway. The boat has been quite a handful since the new rebuilt installed last year. It will pop once through the carb and surge a bit while getting up on on plane the first time...
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    4.3l merc temperature sensor replacement options

    Seems I have a bad sensor. Are there any readily available sensors from Canadian Tire that I can use (only store open on Sunday)? Looks like a standard auto sensor. Motor details: 1991 Serial: 0C877775 2 barrel carb It has the newer version thermostat with no poppet balls ( I think it is...
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    Running hot at low speed

    Some history. I had the raw water hose pop off and a minor overheat the end of last year which cost me some new shutters. Compression test checked out and the mechanic said it did not hurt the motor. When I took the boat for a 5 min test run I noticed a bit of steam from the valve cover vent...
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    Trim sender set too high (27")

    I noticed that the drive seemed to trim up higher than normal on the trailer. I checked it and sure enough for some reason the ram is 27" and it is supposed to be no more than 20 3/4". I trim by sound so I don't think I trimmed to too high while under way. Thoughts on whether I should be...
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    Stupid question - oil for 4. L mercruiser

    Looking in the manual it indicates a straight weight oil. I have asked locally and people have been using 15W-40 diesel oils, which are significantly cheaper. I am flushing out the old oil because of water contamination that I think (hope) may be due to bad shutters that I just replaced. I...
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    4.3l mercruiser with steam from vent lines

    Hi everyone. I am having more problems with my recently rebuilt (15 hrs ago) 1990 175 hp 4.3l mercruiser with Alpha 1. I am throwing in everything I observed even though I would think some of the "issues are not related. Here is the summary: 1) Boat worked flawless until last weekend. The raw...
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    Prop selection for a 21' Larson with 4.3l

    I may have found a good used prop (Stainless Steel Prop Quicksilver Laser 2 19' Pitch #48-16544-19) fro $200 and wondering if it is in the right ballpark for my boat. Here are the specs on my boat: Year: 1990 Length: 21' with cuddy Width: 99" Weight: 2850 pounds with an empty fuel tank and...
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    Alpha 1 Raw water feed line came off

    Hi everyone, I am new to boating. Recently picked up a 1990 larson with a 4.3l caburated engine (175hp with 2 barrel carb). I had the engine rebuilt and a new seal kit put in the drive. MANY other new bits too.There are 6 hrs since I had the work done and it ran perfectly. We were coming home...
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    4.3l merc with vibration and the dreaded ticking noise

    Hi there, This seems to be a very popular foum. I noticed there are over 200 people currently viewing this forum when I posted this cry for help. I recently acquired the boat and I am trying to get the motor to run smoothly. It has a rebuild in it that is approx 2 years old and low hours...
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    New to me 1990 Larson 210 - need specs and background info

    Hi there, I am about to pick up a larson 210 All American. Reportedly it has never seen salt water. I have spent days on the net trying to find out the specs on this boat. Any advice and background would be appreciated. I hope these boats have a good rep.
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    1990 larson 21' All American with cuddy (opinion please!!)

    I would like to buy a boat for our young family of four for tubing and skiing. We would routinely have another family with us on the water. A cuddy would be nice to get the kids out of the weather (we have had some bad trips where it started raining). We live on an amazing deep water river...
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