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    On the lake now! Lost reverse

    Reverse has been working fine until now. I try to put it In gear and all you hear is a clicking like its not fully engaging. I will be here for another hour while my friend fishes, and I have tools. Hopefully you guys can guide me through investigating the problem before I head back to dock I...
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    OMC Ignition switch fuse, or circuit breaker, or whatever

    1987 Dixie Bandit 170 3.0L GM 4cyl Cobra Stern Had a buddy attempt to loosen the bolt for the distributor to adjust timing. He grounded out something, and sparks flew. Now.. Key switch has no power. The "B" on the back of the switch is not receiving voltage from battery. The inline fuse is...
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    Under propped now, need help ASAP

    I have a 13 1/4x3x17p Michigan SS(I think) prop now on a OMC/Cobra 3.0L 4cyl 140hp Drive. This prop makes an excellent ski prop, but I am now looking for a Speed Prop. Currently I can only go about 3/4 throttle before I max out the WOT range (4200-4600rpm) I plan on getting an aluminum prop...
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    Convert "points" system???

    I hear I can buy a kit that will replace the "points" system on my boat over to electronic ignition, is this true? If so can some one help me find some information on this please. I keep forgetting to turn my key of, and dont want to have to worry about the thing burning up on the lake. it is a...
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    Help identifying my Engine PLEASE

    I am trying to find parts for my boat, it is a 1987 Dixie Bandit 170. and it has stumped the employees at Oreillys, Advance Auto, and a few mechanics I know. It is a... OMC/Cobra 3.0L GM 4cyl Holley 2bl Carb I have heard rumors about my boat engine like... It is a 2.5L GM, that has been bored...
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    Moderators, Am I doing something wrong?

    I can't get this site to add a subscription when posting... When I type a new thread, or post to an existing one, and scroll down to "Thread Subscription" and select "Instant Email..." Then submit, it posts it like it should...BUT... I never receive an Email notification after a reply I can...
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    Prop help please... What I DO know!

    Hi there! glad you stopped in to help. I'm trying to get as much as possible out of this boat. Any advice is appreciated ~~~~~~~~Intended Use~~~~~~~~~ I'm not expecting a high top speed out of this boat, but I was at least hoping for 35-40mph. However I would gladly sacrifice top speed to make...
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    Trim Tab Help Please

    Please look at my trim tab below, I know its supposed to be there to help adjust steering forces, and I am wondering if the placement of mine is hurting my steering. If I am at a stop, and I hold the wheel strait on, and I floor it (yea i know that a car term but whatever =o)) the boat rises...
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    Can someone translate and explain for a 1st time boater?

    So I just installed a new Trim Sending Unit on my boat, as well as a new Trim Gauge. I understand that I should put the stern all the way down, and then turn the Sending Unit until the Trim Gauge reads FULL DOWN, then tighten the Sending Units bolts, and move on to step 2 of the calibration. If...
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    Trim Gauge help

    I don't know if anyone can help me, but I really have my fingers crossed. Can anyone tell me about this gauge? I believe it is OEM gauge. I need a replacement, and really like the way this gauge looks, and use to work. All I know is that it is from a 1987 Dixie Bandit with a OMC Cobra I/O. I...
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    Can anyone help me find a railing end cap?..

    I need 1 pointed spike that hooks into the railing that goes around my bow. It is just a pointy piece that hides the inside of the railing. See below (but don't be thrown off by the lack of cusions in my bow, they are being re-upholstered)! I have looked everywhere I can think of, but maybe you...
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    Trim Sender Help Please...

    Could someone please look at this... http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=355378 Thanks so much
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    Trim Sender Test Video... Help please...

    BOAT: 1987 Dixie Bandit OMC/Cobra 3.0L I/O This is a video of a resistance test on the Trim Sender Output wire at the gauge, to ground. I also tested at the Sending unit itself, but forgot to record the video. It doesn't matter though cause the readings were the same. It looks to jumpy to me...
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    So let me get this right before I even try...(help lol)

    Ok I'm restoring a 87 I/O Dixie Bandit, among other things I have a problem with two gauges. The trim position, and the fuel level. The fuel level started today. To test my trim sending unit, I need to hook a voltmeter to the wire at the gauge, and to a ground, set the meter for Ohms, have...
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