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  1. Lukelona

    force 50hp- How to set points/timing, high idle, gas smelling liquid coming from L/U

    finally got my force 50 runnin after replacing points and condensers. I gapped them using a credit card, then closed just a tad more.(I know this isnt ideal). Motor has great strong spark now. HOWEVER, when I started it ran kinda high idle. I didn't put in gear because of this. I have it...
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    1986 Force 50 HP- NO SPARK ON ONE CYLINDER?! NEED HELP!

    Finally trued starting my force engine for first time, wont start. I'm not getting spark on one cylinder. I switched the coil with a known good one, still no spark on one cyl. the "bad" coil has a brown wire, and a blue wire, the "good" one has a white, and a blue If I switch the wires between...
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    !!!!1994 Yamaha Waverunner.650- WONT START, HAS SPARK, COMPRESSION AND FUEL??!!??

    I am very frustrated, im working.on my nephew's 94 Waverunner 650. it ran a year ago, and all of a sudden, it died on the p.o and wouldn't start. Ive checked spark,fuel & compression, it did start when.I first got it hooked to battery. Died and did only start one other time randomly. I took...
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    Can you mount a fishfinder without drilling extra holes? HOW TO...

    I want to add a fishfinder/depthfinder and im wondering if it can be done without drilling holes. Is there an adhesive or mounting bracket you can make to avoid extra holes in your transom? Ive heard 5200 sealant/adhesive is strong, but not sure if it could work for this.
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    HELP! I need advice laying new carpet, how to seam "neatly"....

    Sorry, I don't have pics yet....sticky gluey fingers.lol 14' Bayliner bowrider I'm installing new marine carpet in my boat. I've started it already and I did the two biggest side pieces, and first 4ft of deck. its glued, but only rough cut with 1-2" on edges to be trimmed. I got too hot &...
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    Virginia boat trailer, no title, how can i obtain one

    I bought a boat with the original trailer it came on. I got the boat title, but not a trailer title. Ive already retitled the boat in my name, so I know theres no issue/ possibility of being stolen. I have no contact with the p.o Whats the process to get a title for it? Im in Virginia. Thank...
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    Ways to tell if transom is strong annd safe

    So I know you can tap on the transom with rubber mallet/screwdriver handle, drill holles look and shavings, but this only tells so much. I know you can also bounce on the engine to. watch for flex. My thing is, is after all these tests im still nervous about my transom due to all the horror...
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    1986 Bayliner Capri 1400 (14') Force 50 Hp, RENOVATION/PARTIAL REBUILD & UPHOLSTERY

    1986 Bayliner Capri 1400 (14') Force 50 Hp, RENOVATION/PARTIAL REBUILD & UPHOLSTERY Im starting this thread just because I couldnt find many boats like this being rebuilt. Feel free to post any comments, questions, suggestions etc. History: Boat was bought on inet sight unseen for $350...
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    Cracks in gel coat couple spots.... Whats this caused from?

    I have a few cracks in my gel coat on the bottom of the hull, its right around where the consoles are on the deck in the center, they are hairline cracks about 3-10 inches long. 2-3 right near each other. is this just from age of the gel coat? Or is there structually something wrong causing...
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    How much does a marine surveyor cost?

    How much does it cost for a surveyor? I want to get a set of professional eyes on my bayliner 1400. They can check it over and tell me its safe right? Im in virginia if that matters
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    Need help Re covering bow seats and side panels! How to do it without sewing machine?

    Im about to take my panels off and the bow cushions and remake all new wood for them and recover all of it but still re-using the old foam. Now, my question is...... Can this be done without a sewing machine (even if i had one id have no idea how to sew) I remember doing go cart and minibike...
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    INTERIOR QUESTIONS!! How do you mount side panels to hull after re covering them????

    I am getting ready to recover all my side panels and bow seats. i am unsure how to attatch these side penels to the cap of the hull. obviously you dont screw through the front of them. Im not doing a seam or different colors so i cant hide a screw. I need some insight from someone who knows or...
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    GENERAL CURIOUSITY...Would a boat with a soft or rotten floor have any chance sinking

    could a boat wirth rotten or soft floor sink somehow? could the boat just fall apart under stess of boating? just curious...my boats floor flexes a little where the fiberglass has worn off but hopefully not gonna sink lol
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    HELLPP!!!! FIBERGLASS WEARING/FLOOR FLEXES high traffic area 14 ft bayliner

    I have a 86 bayliner 1400 the floor is wore down to the plywood in the two high traffic areas. about 2-3 ft section in two main spots of floor. also i noticed if i step up & down it isnt "soft" really but does have some "give/flex" to it. is this a sign of rot in/under floor and possibly...
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    Force 50hp impeller housing and coil ?? Cant find them !!??

    I just got the impeller i ordered, i took leg off engine took old pump out, of course....wrong pump. Good thing though anyway cuz i noticed slight pitting on inside of my impeller housing. i was thinking option A: exchange the impeller kit for right one and buy housing seperate (WHICH I CANT...
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    Can't find replacement coil for 86 force 50 hp HELP!

    I'm trying to find coil for my 86 force 50 Is there any aftermarket coils that will work, it seems like a very standard coil . Any help appreciated thanks In advance
  17. Lukelona

    Crack in my coil packs....? will this affect them working?

    Just bought this boat...1986 Bayliner Capri 1400 with 50 HP Force engine p.o stated it ran almost 2 years ago but needed a impeller. i noticed these cracks after i got it home. Do you think ill need two new coils or could they still work and somehow be sealed up? please help! thanks
  18. Lukelona

    1986 Force 50hp Why can't I find anything about them? Need help! Impeller, coil

    I can't seem to find anything about my engine. Its a 1986 50 Force outboard. It has been sitting two years I need to get it running. Engine looks very clean and has tons of compression. I was told last it ran had the carb rebuilt, took it out and wasnt pumping water. I heard these motors dont...
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    1986 Bayliner Capri 1400 (14') NEED HELP! INTERIOR WORK SEATS CARPET ETC.

    Starting my winter project I just picked up, 1986 bayliner capri 14' Bowrider. It has carpet on floor and part way up walls. I'm looking for the cheapest way to replace it... Anyone know of a cheap place to find It? I'm not looking to sink a ton of money into this, just trying to clean it up...
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