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    Another prop question

    I have Wellfoot 18 Classic that I mostly use for pulling kids on the tube and wakeboarding. It's got a 4.3L OMC with the holly 4brl carb and a few other minor engine enhancements. My guess is that it's probably around 200hp. At WOT, with the engine trimmed up a little to refine the plan, it hits...
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    Getting rid of mice and smell

    I thought I did a good job winterizing the boat, but they came in through the engine compartment vents. I just didn't think of that!<br /><br />Now I can't get rid of the mice **** smell. I've washed, scrubbed, etc. but to no avail. The boat is a 18ft. Wellcraft Classic, and the carpet (as well...
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    Damaged Skeg -what should I do?

    I hit a rock and damaged both prop and skeg. Compared to many damaged props I've seen, this one is minor. But on further inspection, I was shocked to see that that about an inch of the trailing edge on the skeg was snapped off, and it was bent.<br /><br />I can't imagine what I hit that could do...
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    Insurance in Mass

    The insurance through I-boats does not offer boat insurance in Massachusetts.<br /><br />Any suggestions on the best carrier for coverage in Massachusetts. I own an 18ft. bowrider and use it mostly in lakes for tubing/skiing.
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    Changing Engine Oil?

    Probably a dumb question but .....,<br /><br />I want to change the oil in my OMC 4.3 (1987), and realize it's not as simple as changing in my car. I can't seem to find the drain plug, but is that the ticket. But then doesn't that leave a mess in the bilge?<br /><br />Or should i buy one of...
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    Installing bearing buddies

    What's the trick to putting the bearing buddies on? The new bearing buddies i have appear to be tapered, so I would think that it's a pressure fit. They certainly aren't threaded. But I just can't seem to drive them in. I've been trying to bang them in with a hammer, placing a piece of wood over...
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    Is outdrive down all the way?

    I have an 87 Wellcraft 18 Classic with OMC 4.3L cobra outdrive.<br /><br />I launch at some shallow ramps, so I keep outdrive trimmed up as far as possible -- then when I'm underway and into deeper water, I lower outdrive to the down position.<br /><br />The problem --- when underway, I can't...
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    House boat trip on Seneca Lake??

    Has anybody done this trip?<br /><br />Is it a good family trip? I've done the Lake Powell houseboat trip towing the ski boat, and was wondering if the Seneca Lake trip is good.<br /><br />Any suggestions on sources of information for such an adventure?
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    Should I buy an OMC I/O??

    I'm contemplating a purchase of an 87 wellcraft with a 4.3l v-6 omc/cobra outdrive. The boat is owned by my auto mechanic, and it has been maintained in perfect condition, always winterized, and stored out of water/indoors when not in use.<br /><br />It's a the perfect boat for me, and I know...
  10. J

    Purchasing 87 Wellcraft Classic 180

    I'm about to purchase this boat. It's been owned for 10 yrs by my auto mechanic who I know well. So, I know that this boat has been maintained very well. It's also been stored indoors during winter.<br /><br />My mechanic has made minor changes to 4.3L OMC motor, including holly carb, etc., with...
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