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  1. JimS123

    Thinking of switching controls for an outboard

    An interesting concept, and certainly more valuable to collectors today than it was back during it's 2 year run. At the time it was simply too small to interest the masses, because higher HP models were available.
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    Thinking of switching controls for an outboard

    We are in our 70's and we still ride a supercharged jetski in addition to our boats. Maybe not like we stole it but we ain't slouches either. In recent years I have spent a lot more than 15K, the reason being that I don't want to EVER wear it out. I'm to old to fiddle any more. It has to go...
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    Where to find serial number of my motor?

    In the olden days the plates were riveted on. These days some only have a sticker. Contact Tracker Marine - they are still in business.
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    Seat Extension

    I don't think there is a store-bought item you are looking for. I had a similar issue with aft seats years ago. I built a base out of 3/8" plywood and mounted it to the floor with pop rivets and angle brackets. The oem seat mounted easily on top. I covered the wood with vinyl from Joanne...
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    Penn Yan Commander 339 (33') with a tunnel hull

    The surveyor can determine if there is moisture in the hull with his instruments. Truthfully, though, I would be surprised if you could NOT find some softness somewhere even without a surveyor. I don't know what their build schedule was back then. My next door neighbor as a 1946 Penn Yan and...
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    Thinking of switching controls for an outboard

    Consumer demand is what drives business. Many of us questioned BRP's wisdom of continuing with 2-strokes while all the other companies went to 4-strokes. Regardless of public concept, Government mandates is the root cause of the industry change. Surely, BRP still makes snowmobiles and PWCs...
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    Penn Yan Commander 339 (33') with a tunnel hull

    A marine surveyor is the guy to make the judgement. They have the tools and know-how. Rot starts very early on. It starts at the bottom and continues year after year. If the deck is soft, everything below it is gone. If the deck is gone the transom is too. If you have a trailer boat and it...
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    What to do with my motor when towing?

    They work quite well for 5's or 9.9's. But what do you do with a 25 that is hanging off the back of your transom out in the middle of the river?
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    Thinking of switching controls for an outboard

    Historically Evinrude has been one of the best outboards ever built. I have 39 of them in my collection. Regardless, BRP put them out of business. OMC did make a binnacle control, but after all these years trying to find old used parts are a chore. If you have a Suzy or Yami dealer local to...
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    Thinking of switching controls for an outboard

    Trying to retrofit a 30 year old motor to more modern controls may not be a workable project. OMC has been out of business for many years and BRP has not been kind to us oldies. MY issue has been trying to find workable period correct parts and it has cost me a bundle.
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    What is best for a raised deck in a 14 ft fishing boat?

    I've owned 14 footers and I would never consider fishing unless I was standing on the bottom.
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    Penn Yan Commander 339 (33') with a tunnel hull

    My 15' Boston Whaler uses 3 gallons for a whole day of fishing (~6 hours). My 19' SeaRay uses about 7 gallons for the same trip. Granted these are little boats and 4-stroke outboards to boot, but Wholly Mackerel. OTOH, the 3000 rpm figure equates to about 1 statute MPG, which ain't too bad...
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    Parts availiability ??

    The manager at my local West Marine was a great guy. If I needed a part and WM didn't carry it, he would special order it directly from the manufacturer. He retired. Not they have a woman in charge who gives you an ugly stare once you walk in the door. All during covid she refused to wear a...
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    $250 boat stripped etc..

    You go where the fish are, or the sandbars with all the bikini clad woman. And when all those places are within sight of the launch ramp, and the ramp is only 3 blocks from my house, what could be better? Livin' The Dream.
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    What to do with my motor when towing?

    Drill 2 holes in the transom just outside of the widest engine bracket and just above the transom clamp bolts. Install eye bolts with the eye inboard, and seal up the holes very well with 5200. Then, run an all thread thru the eyes and over the clamps. Washers and locknuts on each end. All SS...
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    Parts availiability ??

    I have always had good luck with ebay. The ones i searched all said how many they had in stock. One of the vendors indicated that he had 7 sets of 4 in stock. I've heard a lot of complaints about Champions, though i never personally had an issue that I knew of. Three of my 4 recent 4-stroke...
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    Parts availiability ??

    Your post piqued my interest. I looked up the different plugs needed for my four 4-stroke outboards and all are readily available on Ebay. I looked up your NGK number as well, and they are also available, even with free shipping. You might not like the price though.
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    Penn Yan Commander 339 (33') with a tunnel hull

    They shoot out the back like a jet. The wash is quite far. Penn Yan has been out of business for a long time. That tunnel hull must have some age to it. They never made a good transition to fiberglass. Their wooden boats were some of the best. I suggest you pay for a marine survey before...
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    Penn Yan Commander 339 (33') with a tunnel hull

    I don't know about efficiency but they certainly rough up the water a lot. I never saw one pulling a skier or a tube. In my area they only lasted for a few years. Haven't seen one running in many years. When Penn Yan switched to I/Os they must have had good reason.
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    $250 boat stripped etc..

    It was long before cell phones, so I couldn't call anyone. It was in my youth before I knew about VHF radios. An anchor is required by law, so of course I had one. Anchoring in the Niagara at night is not a good idea. And no boats around on a weekday so nobody to tow me. The trek backwards...
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