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  1. Lrider

    I already put this in repair

    The PO hung a lot of something all over the center console, the somethings are gone and there are about 40 various sized holes left over, the CC is about a 16th thick How do you patch something that thin and expect it to stay
  2. Lrider

    Patching the center console

    The PO hung a lot of something all over the center console, the somethings are gone and there are about 40 various sized holes left over, the CC is about a 16th thick How do you patch something that thin and expect ot stay
  3. Lrider

    Why 17.5 feet and not 18 is it a tax thing?

    While searching for boats I have seen a ton of boats that are 17.5 feet - is it a tax issue or a performance issue
  4. Lrider

    Lost my Key

    Any Idea how I can get a duplicate key? This is an OMC throttle, keyed starter switch and kill switch
  5. Lrider

    Fiberglass or composit

    Sorry this should be in props but there are only 6 - 10 people there This is what is on my 95 Johnson 88 SPL Any ideas who makes them? I can't find the mfg name just a number It looks like fiberglass
  6. Lrider

    Fiberglass / Composite what is it

    This is what is on my 95 johnson 88 spl Any ideas who makes them? not mfg name just a number
  7. Lrider

    Little confused here is this an Aquasport

    I have a 1995 17.5 foot center console it has a Seminole mfg load capacity sticker, it is near identical to some documentation I found-sounds like a sailfish huh My registration calls it an aquasport
  8. Lrider

    Another dumb question

    When I am looking for parts for my 95 88 spl are all of the Johnson V4 Gear case (1978-98) parts the same?
  9. Lrider

    Service manuals

    while looking for a service manual for my 95 johnson 88 spl, I noticed there are a few different published manuals out there, which publisher is the most complete. The last service manual I had for anything was a Chilton's for my 57 ford
  10. Lrider

    Quick question about Johnson

    I have a 96 Johnson 88 SPL I have been reading 1985 Johnson Water Pump Job (Photos) Lots. Is the repair process about the same? any suggestions before I rip into it?
  11. Lrider

    Capacity question

    the boats capacity is 1500 pounds - do you suppose this is in excess of the 65 gallon fuel tank?
  12. Lrider

    quick battery question

    The boat I just got has 2 very good and new car batteries How much life will I get out of them before I need to put Deep Cycle Batteries Or should I just put the Deep Cycle Batteries on my shopping list now by the what is the difference
  13. Lrider

    Almost there

    New user Posts: 1 I am about to lay down 4K for this boat - the boat is solid it is on a galvanized trailer that is in great condition - the motor is a Johnson 88 SPL that (at the moment runs and sounds good) The boat needs some tlc but has not been abused On the surface there is a bunch...
  14. Lrider

    Need to replace fuel hose from gunnel to tank

    I have a 65 gallon tank under the deck, two 10 inch covered access holes above the tank, one is over the sending unit. From the filler on the gunnel to the tank is about a 4 foot run, additionally I will be replacing the vent and the associated hose is there any tricks to this? Looks like a...
  15. Lrider

    Finally bought my new boat-any idea how to get it on plane

    Just doesn't seem to want to get on plane WOT's Maybe some Smart tabs?
  16. Lrider

    This forum is too addictive

    been visiting since the 19th - have learned more then I could have imagined - hopefully gave some sage advice - just noticed I have more then 80 posts - Thank you all for your help and input -
  17. Lrider

    Replacing Hoses etc.

    Should I just add replacing all hoses to my list of repairs? The fill hose looks like a real pain to replace, however, I do smell a slight odor of fuel in the bilge. The forward bait tank looks like a real pain, the hoses run under the deck for 15 feet and I can feel the hose connections...
  18. Lrider

    Rust in/on the gelcoat

    Won't have a chance to remove the cleat and see what caused the rust (only one out of 6 on the boat. Is it possible to remove the rust stain?
  19. Lrider

    I am looking at rebuilt or used 115 Yamaha's

    I noticed that almost all of the rebuilt motors on www.boatmotors.com/rebuilt_outboard_motors Are Yamaha - this gives me an idea that: Yamaha have a lot of problems Yamaha motors need rebuilding more often then others Do not perform well and are returned or traded for a different motor and...
  20. Lrider

    Need an opinion about NADA info

    Are the prices they post just for the boat? If so I should also look at the prices for the trailer and motor, Right? The boat I am looking at is still waiting to be evaluated by the shop, holiday weekend coming up they are BUSY I am looking at alternatives in case the motor is not repairable...
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