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  1. CapriRestorer

    Jetski Buying - What to watch out for

    Hi, I am in the market for a nice running (or project) sitdown jetski. I have very little knowlege on jetski engines and how they are built. Are there any major issues ("red flags") that I should look out for before buying one??
  2. CapriRestorer

    Lawn Tractor Tranny Issues

    Hi guys, I recently bought an MTD Yard Machines riding mower. The mower apparently sat for a while before I bought it. When I tried to move it, the rear wheels started slipping in the opposite direction in which I was pulling it. The mower was in first gear (since it is an old 7 speed) and the...
  3. CapriRestorer

    1986 21' Bayliner Capri Restoration

    Hi, I recently found a big Bayliner project boat that I am about to purchase (I found a huge gash in the hull under the gas tank in my last project, so I decided to sell it:(). The floor is intact in this boat, but it is extremely soft (all of the original upholstery is good). The engine is a...
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    '86 Bayliner with Force Outboard Troubles

    I am looking to buy a little 1986 14 foot Bayliner. The boat is apparently in great shape interiorwise and hullwise, it just has a small problem with the outboard. I think the outboard is a 50 HP Force. The owner said that he ran the boat all last year, but none this year. He said that he...
  5. CapriRestorer

    Minn Koda Endura Troller Problems

    My friend gave me his old Minn Koda trolling motor. He bought a new one and mounted it on his flatbottom (this is how he used the one I got). The flatbottom had gone off in a flood with the motor still attached. When he finally got the boat back, the motor did not work. I noticed right off the...
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    1993 Kayot Ultima Deckboat for $900

    I recently found a guy who has a Kayot deckboat. He explained how some kids put it in the water for him, but forgot to put in the drain plug. The boat became a submarine overnight, and was pulled out of the water in the morning. When he tried to start it, it wouldn't even respond. Apparently...
  7. CapriRestorer

    Engine Upgrade

    I recently found a guy who was parting out an old Bayliner and he had a nicely running V8 Volvo for sale. He said that it would fit on my 270 outdrive. He was also willing to sell it to me for $800. I have a 19 ft open bow Bayliner Capri with a V4 Volvo in it. Should I consider his offer (since...
  8. CapriRestorer

    Boat In Dash Navigation/ Music Systems???

    Hey guys, I have almost fixed all of the electrical components on my project Bayliner, but I have always wondered about installing a Nav/ music system in it. I have seen some car models with the same in dash package that I am talking about (Infinitis, Jaguars, and even some Fords!!) I have seen...
  9. CapriRestorer

    New Boat Gauges

    Hi, I am looking to buy some new boat gauges for my Bayliner Capri. It currently has Thomas G. Faria Coral series gauges, but the speedometer busted and most of the gauges are not far from giving out. Which set of boat gauges are the best in quality (from your experiences)??
  10. CapriRestorer

    4-Cylinder Volvo Penta Problems

    Hi, I bought a used Bayliner about 5 months ago that has a 4 cylinder Volvo Penta (model AQ125A). For the longest time( I am not counting the 10 or so years it sat before I bought it), the engine would not do anything. Recently, I discovered a loose wire hanging by the throttle control lever, so...
  11. CapriRestorer

    Any Small Engine Mechanics out There??

    I work on lawn equipment on the side to earn extra money. A guy gave me his Craftsman Lawn Tractor for free, but it has a little problem. The tractor has a 19.5 Briggs and Stratton twin cylinder engine, and he ruined it. He said that he thought he ran over a rock, then the engine immediately...
  12. CapriRestorer

    A Standup 440 for $450

    I found a guy who is willing to sell his Kawasaki 440 for $450. It runs strong, and it has recently been tuned up. It comes with a nice single jetski trailer. I am thinking about taking him up on the offer. How do 440s perform?? Is this really a good deal??
  13. CapriRestorer

    Boat Deals

    Sorry about the advertisements, it won't happen again. I saw a few boat ads that I was interested in on Craigslist the other day. The two boats are $500. One was a 1974 Reinell 19' deep vee Closed Bow with a 120 HP V4 Chevy and an OMC outdrive and the other is a 1971 Invader 17' tri hull open...
  14. CapriRestorer

    Some Great Boat Offers - Should I Commit??

    Advertisements are not allowed on the boards. You have a PM (private message. PM's can be accessed from the PM area at the upper right corner of the title page.
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    Has Anyone ever Heard of the Demcraft Boating Co.???

    Hi, has anyone ever heard of this boating company?? I know they do not have a discussion forum on iboats about the company. I used to own an old 1978 15' Demcraft Classette 150 BR. The boat needed a new 85 HP outboard as well as the steering fixed (plus a little electrical work and a new bilge)...
  16. CapriRestorer

    What is a Good Price on a Jetski Trailer

    I have been looking around for a trailer for my Kawasaki standup. I have mostly seen single jetski trailers going for $300. Is this a good price??
  17. CapriRestorer

    What Would be a Good Tow Vehicle

    I have an 18' boat and I am new to boating. I have a 2000 Chevy S10 Blazer 2WD. Will this be a good vehicle for towing my 18' Bayliner, or should I invest in a 4WD?? What kind of vehicles do you guys have??
  18. CapriRestorer

    Tigershark Jetski Deal

    A friend of mine offered to sell his 1997 (I think) Tigershark Jetski with a single jetski trailer for $300. The ski's engine needs the carb cleaned and a new head. Is this deal worth it?? Here is the ad for the ski http://austin.craigslist.org/boa/497366747.html
  19. CapriRestorer

    Is this Ski Worth Fixing??

    I am interested in purchasing a 1993 Seadoo sit down (XP or SP one of the two). The hull and seat is in excellent condition, as well as the controls and drive. The ski has a little problem though, the engine is blown. I do not know how easy it is to replace jet ski engines. I have always heard...
  20. CapriRestorer

    Major Interior Work!! Need Advice!!

    I am in the process of refurbishing my old 1983 18' Bayliner Capri (1950 type). It has an inboard Volvo engine as well as an inboard gas tank. The boats floor is missing, but there is aluminum plates set down to make a makeshift floor:redface:. The boat does not have any stringers, although I do...
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