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  1. Scott Danforth

    Artificial Intelligence

    Common sense died in the mid 80s
  2. Scott Danforth

    Artificial Intelligence

    We have a natural intelligence deficit
  3. Scott Danforth

    [SPLASHED] I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Ted, if it really bothers you, scuff the extension, mix up some gel paste, and spot fill the low points with a putty spreader. Then hit the extension with 330 grit, then 400, then 600 then 800. Then polish Most of the imperfections should disappear
  4. Scott Danforth

    2012 4.3L TKS removal form boat

    with ANY I/O boat engine except the old OMC's pull the drive (you should be doing this for yearly maintenance) disconnect the battery and the ground cable to the back of the block unplug the large harness plug disconnect the throttle and shift linkages disconnect and plug the fuel lines...
  5. Scott Danforth

    Trim Pump Bench Bleeding?

    do you have the reservoir installed? and filled? the oildyne 108 is a very very simple pump. however if water sat in the pump for a long period of time, the check valves could have rusted. the pump can be pulled apart and rebuilt if needed. I see that the cost has skyrocketed in the last 15...
  6. Scott Danforth

    1971 Silverline Comoro 16.5

    generally the center was the ski locker or ski locker and a floor cooler. any limber holes cut in the stringers or bulkheads for water drainage should have the edges addressed with resin and cloth to ensure full encapsulation. (remember, the factory did nothing and it lasted 20+ years) a bit...
  7. Scott Danforth

    [SPLASHED] I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Ted, when it comes to fairing, it's about practice, and the right tools
  8. Scott Danforth

    Engine flooded?

    could be a stuck float or needle/seat ($6 part) could be fuel coming up the clear hose from the fuel pump indicating a ruptured fuel pump diaphragm both issues will cause fuel to dump down the throat of the carb causing it to run bad vs dumping into the bilge turning your boat into a one-time...
  9. Scott Danforth

    Artificial Intelligence

    be cautious. most AI chatbots pull data from social media vs authentic sources. That includes places like youtube, facebook, etc. when I asked very specific questions on material compatibility (things that one in the marine industry have known forever). I get incorrect answers.
  10. Scott Danforth

    Looking for transom molding cover or trim. Any suggestions on where I can it.

    looks like vacuum formed ABS. I would get a sheet of 0.090" 5052 aluminum and form a new one.
  11. Scott Danforth

    Merc 350 with power steering issues

    with the actuator removed, does the drive turn easy with one finger on the outside? did you orient the cable correctly for the pilot section of the actuator? see the manual.
  12. Scott Danforth

    1971 Silverline Comoro 16.5

    I agree with Mike, dont overthink the stringers. I personally would use 3/4" plywood and round over the ends with a router. no need to make it heavier by using dimensional lumber. if you want 1", just laminate 2 sheets of 1/2" together with titebond III I have laminated plywood using both...
  13. Scott Danforth

    1971 Silverline Comoro 16.5

    There were a few powerglides in front of a standard outdrive boats many many years ago. The motor was midships One of the large Volvo dealer also has a 2 speed drive where the mid section of the drive has a hydraulically shifted under drive to get large boats moving Multi speed transmissions...
  14. Scott Danforth

    1971 Silverline Comoro 16.5

    if you decide to uncap the deck, make a cradle to hold the deck shape, remove the rubrail, then remove the screws, and using ratchet straps to the ceiling rafters, you can remove the cap yourself. or get a few buddies to come over and lift. the cap is about 150#, with most of the weight being...
  15. Scott Danforth

    85 Crestliner Nordic floor replacement

    No, once the OTF is dried and varnished, the glue will stick
  16. Scott Danforth

    1971 Silverline Comoro 16.5

    You have to pull the motor and drive before going any further Take pictures and measurements of the stringer system Expect to pay $3k with if plywood, fiberglass, foam and gel to restore it, not including incidentals, and any tools
  17. Scott Danforth

    Killing time

    So you missed it's head?
  18. Scott Danforth

    Mercruiser Coil Wiring

    If it's a resistor block, the thunderbolt ignition has been changed Post a picture of the distributor without the cap A ballast resistor is common with the Mallory/Sierra YLM distributors, along with a few orhers
  19. Scott Danforth

    VP 5.7 TBI bogging down

    did you check fuel pressure? if not, check it is the spark arrestor clean? if you have a crab cap on the distributor, change it.
  20. Scott Danforth

    Killing time

    Depending on the size, racoons may need more than a .22 to the head unless you are running LRHPs even then its iffy.
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