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    Chrysler LM318 block.

    Hey gang....does anyone know a good source for a Chrysler LM318 reverse rotation block? Have a project going and the block is cracked on the water jackets. Thanks RC
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    MEKP all the same?

    Hey guys! I ran out of the MEKP that came with my poly resin from US Composites. I dont know how i ran out because i measured pretty closely, but im left with 2.5 gallons of resin and no MEKP. My question is, will the MEKP sold at wal mart work the same or is the stuff made special to each...
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    How much paint...

    Hey guys, just wanted to gather information from those who have painted their hulls before by having you guys post on this subject in format... Gallons used: Quarts used: Hull Length: Number of coats... Primer: Color: Clear: Other: Brand: Cost: Thanks!! RC
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    Jackplate Comparison

    Hey all... I was looking to get opinions and stories from owners of both the CMC self contained hydraulic jackplates and Bobs machine shop jack plates... Anyone who has owned or does own either of these units please tell of your experience with them, like any trouble youv had or reliability...
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    1208 biax pros n cons..

    Hey all! What do you guys think of the 1208 biax in place of 1708? I was considering doing my stringers and transom work with 1208 instead of 1708 because i have read a couple places that it is a LOT easier to mold to the stringers because it is a little lighter. I am a beginner with glass...
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    Diving in...Bass boat remodel!

    Hey all! So i have decided to re model this bass boat this winter. She really needs a full restore so ill bite the bullet and get it done as i like the boat and plan to keep it a while longer. The transom, stringers and deck were pretty much all in some stage of rot, so they are all being...
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    Fiberglass hull deformation...

    Hey all, i am in the tear down phase of a resto and i have the cap pulled from the hull and the hull is gutted to the stringers. Will the hull seriously sag and deform if the stringers are removed and not replaced for a while? The hull is sitting supported by a V block about a foot rearward of...
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    Who else tows with their bumper mount?

    Hey gang! I was just wondering how many other folks tow with the ball mounted to their bumper since iv been reading and see people talking about how dangerous this is. My tow vehicle is a 97 Mercury Mountaineer AWD. It has a 5.0L 302 engine making about 295hp and 310lb torque after a few...
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    Bubbles in fuel filter.

    Hey folks. Just a question about the fuel filter. The one i use is a seasense glass filter that you can see inside of. i see fuel flowing fine throught the filter, but there are bubbles in the top of the glass chamber with the filter inside. Are bubbles an indication of air intering the fuel...
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    Width of trailer question.

    My trailer is rusted out! Pisses me off pretty bad :mad: So i found a trailer for a good price. The only trouble i see is the width. The trailer i have now is 71" between the beams. The trailer i am lookin at is 61" between the beams :confused: My boat pretty much sits snug between the...
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    Reading Ohms and Continuity etc.

    So i am doing all my electrical tests on my outboard and i am having trouble understanding the readings i am getting. Maybe you folks can lend me a little wisdom to help me understand and make sure i am getting the correct readings. i am working on my 1986 mariner 150hp. Serial number is...
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    150hp Mariner Wiring.

    Hello folks! Ok so let me start by saying i have been through the wiring diagrams in my Clymer manual and i have tracked down 95% of the wires i am looking at, but there are a few that are eluding me and causing trouble in my outboard. They have to do with the tilt and trim system and the...
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    Tilt and Trim 150hp Mariner v6

    Hello, I have a 1986 Mastercraft rajun cajun with 150 hp mariner v6 and mariner tilt and trim. My problem started when the fluid reservoir broke and was leaking fluid. I got the new reservoir installed and drained all the old fluid out of the unit. The fluid was pink like pepto bismal when i...
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