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  1. roscoe

    Compare Merc 2002 50 elpto and Merc 1973 65hp

    Ok, just picked up a boat, has the 1973 Merc 65, no power tilt. This power plant is the bare minimum I can imagine using. But, I have a 2002 Merc 50 elpto sitting in the garage, less than 40 hours on it. Question is, how far apart are the actual motors hp wise? I really would like to put a...
  2. roscoe

    Bought another STARCRAFT - now with a bigger motor !!!

    Well, I was hoping to find a structurally sound hull, with a rotted floor with everything pretty much trashed. That way I could fix her up the way I want her. But when I got there, I found this: A 1973 Starcraft SuperSport, 18' 65 hp motor 9.8 hp motor Has removable front casting deck...
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    Does this boat look kuul or what ?

    Ran across this old restoration on ebay, looks so kuul. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Classic-fiberglass-runabout-restored-and-customized-/120709422729?pt=Power_Motorboats&hash=item1c1ad79e89#ht_500wt_1182
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    Difference 16ss vs 18ss

    So, after 18 months of delays, I'm ready to start rebuilding the 16ss, and here comes an nice 18ss (outboard) for sale. Dang it all anyway. So, what can you all tell me about differences between them. 175# heavier. 2' longer. and 5" wider beam. Do they use the same windshield? Any other...
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    557 hp outboard, only $68,900

    A small Mequon firm is gearing up to produce what it says are the world's most powerful outboard marine engines, using the engine from a Cadillac CTS-V automobile that cranks out 557 horsepower. Seven Marine LLC says the 6.2-liter, supercharged V-8 engine is tied to a marine transmission and...
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    Run Ficht motor on premix fuel ??

    Have had vro Johnson and a Merc in the past, ran them intact, trusted them. Now looking at a 2001 Ficht 75 hp v-4. If I were to chance it, I would like to run it on premix, given their history. This would save a complete engine meltdown it the injector fails. Anyone else doing this? Is the...
  7. roscoe

    '79 80 hp lower unit, compatible w/ '85 75 hp brown band ??

    I don't have any books showing compatibility of these 2 motors. Friend has 1985 75 hp brown band Merc, with no lower unit. He has found a lower from a 1979 80 hp. 4 cylinder. Is this gonna bolt up for him? Thanks in advance.
  8. roscoe

    There is a nice one on ebay

    A nice 18 Holiday outboard. I'm really tempted. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Starcraft-Johnson-Outboard-Motor-Trailer-T157984-/250764882309?pt=Power_Motorboats&hash=item3a62c07185
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    BRP to spend $15 million to expand Evinrude plant

    BRP to spend $15 million to expand Evinrude plant e-mail print By Rick Romell of the Journal Sentinel Feb. 10, 2011 |(4) COMMENTS Recreational product manufacturer BRP will concentrate its Evinrude outboard motor work in Sturtevant and invest more than $15 million in its plant there, the...
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    there goes Santa !!! video

    http://www.noradsanta.org/en/track3d.html On his way to Palermo Italy, touch down in 23 seconds.
  11. roscoe

    16 SS splash well modification

    Looking to make a bit more room in the boat, have easier access to the motor, and easier reach to the kicker motor - if needed. Has anyone ever made the splash well smaller? Maybe 16 or 18" from front to back? I'm not worried about water coming in over the top, so it shouldn't Looks like it...
  12. roscoe

    Todd Warner boat collection auction this Saturday

    Anyone going to the Todd Warner boat collection auction in MN this Saturday? Looks very interesting. 150 boats, many motors, drives, and a hundred pallets of parts. Take a look, some really cool stuff here: http://www.mecum.com/auctions/top_picks.cfm?AUCTION_ID=MO1010...
  13. roscoe

    Looking for ipod/mp3 dock w/spkrs - *12V*

    Just what it says. Looking for small speakers with dock for ipod or mp3 input, but it must be able to be powered by 12volt (car charger). Or maybe just a small set of powered speakers. Not looking to spend an enormous amount of money. $40-$80 Not looking for great sound quality. Just want...
  14. roscoe

    Never seen this in October --Updated link to photos

    I have several flowering crab trees in my yard, and they are blooming. I first noticed the blossoms on September 27th, several were open, multiple buds on the branches, along with the fruits from the spring bloom. Now, there are many more open blossoms, even after many of the leaves have...
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    Help id motor, with photos

    Hi guys. Please take a look at this ebay listing. Does this motor look to be a 1997 125 hp? I could really use it if it is, but have some concerns that it may not be what is claimed. Have emailed the seller for the numbers, but have not heard from him yet...
  16. roscoe

    help id this motor, is it a 97 Merc 125?

    Hi guys. Please take a look at this ebay listing. Does this motor look to be a 1997 125 hp? I could really use it if it is, but have some concerns that it may not be what is claimed. Have emailed the seller for the numbers, but have not heard from him yet...
  17. roscoe

    Please explain this.

    If you look down at the "good coffee blends" thread, you will see that is says that the last post was yesterday, Tuesday the 7th, at 7:06 pm. But if you go to the thread and look at the last post, it was made on Sunday, the 5th, at 4:01 pm. The alleged last post time has changed a couple...
  18. roscoe

    4 wheelin @ Walmart - UPDATE- what I did

    Stopped at the local Walmart on my way to work today, needed some bandaids for my new work boots. Pull in the lot and park. The lot is busy, 100+ cars in the lot. Get out of truck, close the door, step to the back, and a tiny Honda 90 atv goes by. There are 2 young girls, 8-10 years old riding...
  19. roscoe

    Temptation

    Really great news. Temptation has been banned. Does that mean we are all saints now? I guess not, I couldn't resist the temptation. :)
  20. roscoe

    anybody ever go helicopter fishing?

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nW150U-RuTE&NR=1&feature=fvwp Need a larger copter, and an auto tracking video camera so I know when to set the hook from 100 yards away.
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