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    470 Merc lost reverse

    I had to pull the engine and outdrive and totally replace the entire inner transom and floor. Along the way I also replaced the camshaft seals and bellows.<br /><br />Everything is now back in the boat and working except it won't go into reverse. I can hear a grinding noise when trying to shift...
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    Replacing Floor ????

    I've replaced the transom plywood and will be installing the new foor this weekend. It's 5/8 plywood sheeting sealed on both sides with epoxy resin. I'll be covering the floor with 7 ounce cloth and more epoxy resin. <br /><br />I'd like to level and smooth the floor between the plywood and the...
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    Purchasing a Kawasaki extended warranty ?

    Just purchased for myself a leftover 2004 STX-15F jet ski last week. The dealer offered me 3 additional years of extended warranty for around $850.00, which I declined. <br />I just saw on E-Bay a Kawasaki dealer offering 4 years of extended warranty for $450.00<br /><br />Anybody have any...
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    What year 35 HP Chrysler ?

    This past weekend I picked up a Chrysler 35 HP that is locked up. For $50.00 I figured it was worth a shot to try and get it unlocked and running. The cylinders are soaking in CRC 6-56 right now. <br /><br />The model number is 355HC and serial # is 319?. The last number or numbers are missing...
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    Bigtwin 35 year

    I'm looking at an Evinrude 35 hp bigtwin thats been sitting in a garage collecting dust for over 15 years. Serial # is 25035 - 01364. <br />From this website it looks like a 1957 model with the duel line fuel fitting for a pressuried fuel tank.<br />Would the serial number confirm a 57 model ????
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    Yamaha GP1200 comments ???

    I'm looking at purchasing a used (37 hours) 1998 Yamaha GP1200 for in the ballpark of $3,000.00. Its supposedly in great condition. The current owner is stepping up to a 3 seat 4 stroke Kawasaki.<br /><br />Can anybody tell me if this is a good machine or good engine at a good price. I don't...
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    1968 Johnson 65 HP V-4

    Yesterday I picked up this old Johnson Model VXL-14B. For 50 bucks I figured if I can't get it running It won't kill me. The serial # is J2934597. From looking on this website I figured its a 1968.<br />While I try and locate a manual for it, can anybody tell me about this outboard? Was it a...
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    Expected life of hydraulic hoses ?

    Because of transom rot I discovered, I just pulled my 470 merc and the complete outdrive off my 1978 19 footer. Since I now have the drive and gimball housing off and in the basement, I plan on replacing the bellows, shiftcable, transom seal, water pump and gaskets.<br /><br />The hydraulic...
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    Ceramic Coated manifolds and risers ??

    Coming this spring, I'll be replacing my exhaust manifolds and risers in my 1983 260 mercruiser. The original manifolds lasted 20 years in fresh water. This boat is now in saltwater all the time <br />I understand that ceramic coated manifolds and risers are available. <br />I'm curious to know...
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    Merc 470 Cam Seals

    This past weekend using the instructions posted on this site I finnaly got around to start replacing the cam seals on my 1978 Merc 470. <br />I have the timing cover off and hope someone can help me with some questions.<br />The original seals appear to be pressed in the cover with what appears...
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    Yamaha 9.9, 4 stroke prop problem ??

    Does anyone know if the standard Yami 4 stroke prop hubs are designed to slip if they strike something underwater like a mercruiser prop.<br />At full power my motor is sometimes either slipping at the prop hub or I have some lower unit gear problem.
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    4 stroke 9.9 Yamaha kicker question

    I have a 1991 9.9 Yamaha outboard. Does anyone know how many pounds of compression I should have in each cylinder?? I can't seem to find the answer in the manuel.
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    Marine Engine Flushing

    Has anyone know or have had experience with the MST GUARDIAN engine flushing device? I have a raw water cooled 260 Merc. that I want to berth in salt water next summer for 5 months. <br /><br />I understand that the Guardian will flush the engine with fresh water without the engine running and...
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    Firearms on board ??

    Can anyone tell me if carrying a shotgun on board your boat while traveling through the Delaware and Chesapeake bays legal. Do different States have different rules and how does the Coast Guard treat it ????
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