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    What wire to rebuild wiring harness?

    Hey Everyone, I'm working on my 1972 Evinrude 65 that had a no start problem at the end of last season, now that I've torn into it I can see that most of the wiring harness has broken down from age and is most likely contributing to my problems. I want to rebuild the harness but I'm unsure...
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    1973 Starcraft (Chieftain?) 24' project price check

    This boat showed up for sale locally and I'm interested as it's pretty much the exact boat I've been wanting for years and I'm willing to tackle a project. I spoke with the owner and learned that it has been sitting outside for the past six years uncovered. Due to this he thinks it will need a...
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    1972 65 won't start

    Hello, This motor was running great prior to replacing the pump impeller in the lower unit, when we changed the impeller we also replaced the two cables going to the shift solenoid as they were very work and falling apart in our hands. When we got the motor back together it would not start...
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    Correct oil for 1973 Hydro-Electric shift O/B

    Hi, I have a 1973 65HP Evinrude outboard with Hydro-Electric shift. I believe the correct lower unit oil is OMC Premium Blend or type C oil. Can I get a confirmation on this? Thanks!
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    1973 Evinrude 65 electric shift oil?

    Hello, I just finished replacing the water pump impeller on my motor and want to change the lower unit oil at the same time. I have a few quarts of Pennzoil Marine Gear Lube SAE80W-90 but I believe from memory that this oil is only good for mechanical shift models? What oil do I need to be...
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    Where to find Evinrude 312668 D2 fuel pump?

    Title says it all. I need a replacement fuel pump for my 1973 Evinrude 65. It doesn't look like iboats has this pump and searching the net only brought up Ebay auctions for used pumps that had already been completed. Is there anywhere I can buy this pump new, or find an aftermarket...
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    1973 Johnson 115 (What should I know?)

    Hello, I will probably be going to look at this motor later this week. Right now I have a 1973 Evinrude 65 and would like a little more power for my 18' Blue Fin (plated for 120HP) The seller told me the motor has not been used in two years, when put away it was winterized at a marina and...
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    Fair price for a "rough" Starcraft Cheiftain

    Hello, A person we do business with has an old Starcraft Cheiftain sitting in the weeds in his yard, the good news is the hull appears to be in excellent condition. The bad news is it has been sitting for at least ten years, maybe closer to 15 and the elements have made a mess of the rest of...
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    What material to seal between plywood deck?

    Hello Everyone, I am in the process of redoing the floor in my 1981 Blue Fin. The oroginal floor was plywood covered with Vinyl. I will be doing the replacement similar. One problem I have been having is getting a clean edge between the different pieces of wood. This is because I am only...
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    Help me choose a tube!

    Hello, I am looking to buy a tube or fix a tube or both. Anyway here is my story. I have an 18' Blue-fin boat with a 65 horse Evinrude that we use for tubing and (attempted) skiing at our local lake. Two or three years ago we bought a Sportsstuff Zip Ski tube to use with the boat and have...
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    Suggestions for deck covering?

    Hello, I am replacing deck in the back of my Blue Fin 18' aluminum runabout. The old covering is being pulled up as it is really worn out and I'm looking for suggestions on what to replace it with. The original covering/flooring was thin, textured, and "doesn't look like carpet" Ideally I...
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    Cleaning Upholstery

    Hello, Our family recentally upgraded from our 15' Starcraft to a newer and larger 1981 18' Blue Fin Aluminum runabout. The upholstery in the boat is mildewed from years of being in the weather. Are there cleaners we should try to use on it. I was thinking bleach but am afraid that it may dry...
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    Salvage Yard in New York?

    I'm looking for a boat salvage yard. My 15' Starcraft flipped off of it's trailer as I was pulling it through a field to our shop to do some work on it. My Evinrude Lark IV took the hit and cracked up the fiberglass cover and snapped part of the cast aluminum mounting bracket. So I'm looking...
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    1966 Evinrude Lark V Selectric Shift Value?

    Hi, My mother is looking for a boat so she can take her sister's family out on the lake when they come to visit in a few weeks. We found a 1966 Starcraft (fiberglass) with an Evinrude Lark V on the transom for $400 OBO. The boat is in fair condition but needs some repairs on the seats, the...
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