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    Making an offer on a used boat

    Hey all,<br /><br />I am looking at a 2000 Key West 1900CC to buy. The seller is asking $14000, which is right at the NADA book value for boat motor and trailer. The boat is in excellent condition, but should i be looking to pay less than the book value if I am purchasing through a private...
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    isuzu rodeo fuel gauge

    Hey everyone, seems to be some useful knowledge here (except all of the jokes) just kidding, SBN and jgregory have been helping me kill tons of time at work thanks! Anyway, I have a 2000 isuzu rodeo and the fuel guague only reads full with a full tank, then goes straight to empty. Someone told...
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    OMC Cobra outdrive/ lower unit switch

    I have an 87 OMC cobra 3.0L with gear problems. I have pretty much determined that the gearset is shot. I was pricing a new gearset at around $350. A friend of mine's landlord has an old boat with the same engine and drive rotting in the backyard. I thought that I could offer him a hundred...
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    OMC Clutch Dog 2* or 5*

    Need to replace the clutch dog on an '87 OMC cobra 3.0L. I know this originally came with the 2* clutch dog, but most of the parts I see available are 5 degrees. Do I need to replace the whole gearset, or can I just slide a 5* where the worn 2* was? The reason I ask is because I see the...
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    MFG Gypsy Tri-hull 71-74

    Okay, this is my new potential project. Anyone have any opinions on the quality of these hulls. Would love to spend some time working on this, but can't find too much information on quality. I checked fiberglassics.com, but it seems like everybody loves their brand on there, I was looking for...
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    flats/ shallow water boat w/65 hp merc

    I was recently given a tri hull fishing boat with a mid eighties 65 hp merc outboard that I think I can get runnning, but the boat looks like a garden(there is a rather large tree growing out of it). I was thinking that I could pick up something like a carolina skiff or something for fishing in...
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    Seat replacement, what type?

    I want to replace the back to back lounge seats in my 87 cobia 19ft bowrider. I was thinking I would replace the driver's seat with a single seat on a pedastal, but here's my problem. When I drive, I sit on the back of the lounge seat with one foot on the seat part and one foot on the floor...
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    Distributor cap, rotor, points for OMC 3.0L

    Hey everbody, I have and OMC Cobra 3.0L GM. I need to replace cap rotor, points, condensor. Question: How do I know which parts will match my distributor? They are clueless at the auto parts store (they want a vehicle to match it to) and the selection is very limited at the marine store...
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    Fuel Line Replacement

    I need to replace the plastic(rubber?) fuel line from the fuel pump to the carb on my 87 OMC Cobra 3.0L. The old line is yellow, running around the front of the engine and over the front of the valve cover and seems to be a hard plastic, but I'm thinking that it used to be more flexible. Can I...
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    Disposing of old gas

    Anyone know where to dispose of old gas? I know you can take oil to the auto parts store, but they don't take gasoline. Thanks!
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    OMC 3.0L Starter just spins

    87 OMC Cobra 3.0L GM. I took off the starter and had it rebuilt at a marine/automotive shop. I reinstalled the starter (took me forever and I am sore, I have new respect for the marine mechanic). Now it seems that the starter is not engageing the flyweel. Its just makes a whining sound (no...
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    OMC 3.0L wiring harness, engine side.

    Hello! Anyone know if there is somewhere I can get a wiring harness for an '87 :) OMC Cobra 3.0L. The one on the boat is shot, and I would rather replace the harness than just cut it out and connect each of these wires directly. Are these available anywhere, used, new, anything? Thanks...
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    3 Solenoids, are they identical?

    Trying to get my OMC cobra 3.0L running, the previous owner gave me a box with the starter, alternator, and the three solenoids (up, down, and assist). Are these solenoids identical or is each one different? I am getting ready to hook the wires back up, I have a manual w/ diagram, but can't...
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    alternator, 3 wire to 1 wire

    I have an 87 omc cobra w/3.0 L GM. I am replacing the alternator. the old one was a 3 wire the new one is a 1 wire. What do I do with the other two wires, can I just cap them off, or do they need to go somewhere? Thanks!
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    wire connectors, wires, what type?

    I just had the starter and alternator rebuilt in my 87 omc cobra w/gm 3.0L. I would like to replace the ends of the wires (some of the connectors have some rust on them). Should these be brass, stainless steel, copper, and can I get these at the auto parts store or are they different for...
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    First time startup, any suggestions?

    I have an 87 OMC Cobra 3.0 GM, I am trying to resurrect it. It has been sitting for over two years. I have had the starter and alternator rebuilt. I have a new battery, I changed the oil twice and filter, changed the spark plugs, and I want to see if it will start this weekend. Is there...
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    Starter, Alternator.. Rebuild or purchase new?

    On my 87 OMC cobra w/3.0L I have an alternator and starter that are both in rough shape (some rust and both are missing a post). The question is should I have them rebuilt or should I buy new ones. Obviously money is a factor, but I would be willing to spend a little more if a new motors would...
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    Is my engine seized? How can I check?

    I have an 87 OMC Cobra w/ a 3.0L GM engine that has been sitting for almost 2 years. I plan on rebuilding the starter and alternator, but before spending the money I would like to know if the engine is completely seized up. Basically I would like to know how to check if the engine will turn...
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