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  1. iamsaws

    Delaming outboard fuel line

    What are peoples thoughts on this? I have a fuel injected 70 HP suzuki outboard. I have had an issue with it shutting down in 5000 + rpms. I finally took it off the boat and when I did I decided to cut the entire fuel line apart. When I did that I found a 2 foot section in the external fuel...
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    1998 Suzuki DF70 shutting down at speed

    I have an incredibly frustrating issue and hoping someone has experienced the same. Motor will start and run fine, get it to running rpms 5000+ will go and will randomly shutdown. ( I went 9 miles before it did it yesterday.) Sometime buck, sometimes shuts down. have been able to get it...
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    2003 Suzuki DF70 4 stroke TACH wiring diagram

    Hi All, Does anyone have a link that shows what each of the wires do? I have the harness that goes from the controls to the tach as well as the harness that goes to the engine. My tach is hooked up and works properly. Does proper pre start diagnosis. I want to hook up the light, temp, volt...
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    2002 Yamaha F80JRA 4 stroke

    I am looking at purchasing a good running and good condition 2002 Yamaha F80JRA 4 stroke with around 300 hours. I am looking for any information. Do people like these motors, do they have any recurring issues? Properly cared for, is it reasonable to think I will be happy for many North east...
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    2007-90hp-4-stroke-efi-fuel-problems

    Hello, I have an opportunity to buy a 2007 Mercury 4 stroke 90 HP EFI. In my research I have found the gas line issues. http://forums.iboats.com/forum/engine-repair-and-maintenance/mercury-mariner-outboards/267761-mercury-2007-90hp-4-stroke-efi-fuel-problem The motor looks to be in great...
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    How often should ignition coils be changed?

    Hi, I have a 1997 40 HP mercury. It was bought new by my grandfather. Still runs good. Im just curious to how often the ignition coils should be changed and is it worth it to just go ahead and buy four new ones (4 CYL) and do preventive maintenance. I am also hoping this will minutely help...
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    1997 Mercury 40 HP SEND

    Hi, Anyway know which wire is the SEND wire that goes to the Tachometer? Or how I would I find it using a voltmeter?
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    steering cable length for 18' starcraft holiday outboard?

    Looking for some advice on replacing the steering in my 1972 starcraft holiday. I am looking at the Uflex ROTECH15FC ROTECH STEERING SYSTEM do people like these? Also, I want to add in the steering arm. I have the older style system that attaches directly, It doesnt rotate as much as I like...
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    question for the starmada

    question for the starmada I have 18 foot starcraft holiday that currently has a very good condition/running 1997 40 HP Mercury. It currently screams across the lake at 25 MPH top speed, which honestly is ok with me. BUT I would like a little more. I have an opportunity to get a 2003 50 HP...
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    Opinion on 1985 Mercury 90 HP

    This will be to replace my current trailer under my 1972 Starcraft Holiday and potential motor swap from a 1997 40 HP merc to 1985 90 HP Merc I am thinking of buying a boat motor trailer for cheap. I really just want the trailer so whatever I strip off the boat is a bonus + it has what...
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    Opinions on 1985 Mercury 90 HP

    Hi, I am thinking of buying a boat motor trailer for cheap. I really just want the trailer so whatever I strip off the boat is a bonus + it has what appears to be a pretty good condition 90 HP Merc on it. I am going to go look at it this weekend. Here is the description: Motor: Last time I...
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    Emergency Specs Needed! The admiral has Ok'd a Bimini Top for a 72' Strcrft Holiday?

    Hi, I just haven't got to measuring for a Bimini top, but the admirals dad was in a motorcycle accident and wants to go on the boat saturday, once we get him on the boat, he will just stay there so I need some shade. Someone must have already did all the leg work on whats the best bimini for...
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    Hooking up Tach - this should go with my other thread, but it wont let me post

    Hi, I have the original tach, I am confused on how to hook it up to the 1997 quicksilver I am guessing the wire I need it available out of the controls? Do I need to purchase a wiring harness to use it? Or Can I run a single wire out? Here is what My tach looks like. and here is my control
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    Hooking up original Tach to 1997 Quicksilver Mercury 40 HP

    Hi, I have the original tach, I am confused on how to hook it up to the 1997 quicksilver I am guessing the wire I need it available out of the controls? Do I need to purchase a wiring harness to use it? Or Can I run a single wire out? Here is what My tach looks like. and here is my control
  15. iamsaws

    StartCraft Holiday bow cleats

    Hi, Anyone have a place to buy new Stainless steel Bow cleats? The original hole pattern is 2 1/4" L X 1.5" W all I can find is 2 1/4" x 1" I'd like to have a 6" overall length cleat, but 8" would be ok. Thanks!
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    Starcraft Holiday windshield parts

    Hi, i am starting to re assemble the 1974 starcraft holiday. I cant seem to find replacement bolts and gasket for the windshield. Its an 18 foot closed bow. thanks!
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    Port Side Transom Cap

    my bad
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    Looking for tilt and trim for 1997 Mercury 40 HP

    I have looked on ebay (pricey) anyone have one or know where to look for a tilt and trim for this motor? What years will work with model a good after market T and T? thanks!
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    1996 Mercury 40 HP. what to be aware of?

    I am going to restoring my grandfathers boat soon. You can see that thread here. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=581918 It has an lightly used 1997 oil injected Mercury 40 HP on it. Starts and runs great, has good flow from the impeller. It's on a 18 foot starcraft, gramps only...
  20. iamsaws

    Slow Rebuild of Grandfathers 1972 Starcraft Holiday

    Hi, Against my own better judgement I have taken on the task of restoring my grandfathers 1972 SC 18foot holiday. He has owned the boat at least since 1975 and spent its formidable years on the Merrimack River in MA up until the striper moratorium around 1990. This boat caught a lot striper...
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