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    New to me boat nightmare, found hull damage

    So this weekend while working on my new to me 2003 keyWest 1720, I found some hull damage, 2 impact spots with spider cracks all around them on the left side of hull near the stern. How did I not see this when I bought it? Too late now. What do you guys think? Do I need to take it somewhere, is...
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    Yamaha 90 pitot tube routing

    Hello guys, I am trying to square away my new boat. Found the PO disconnected the pitot tube. One end is under the motor clamped to the upper bracket, other end is inside the cowling it comes out of the wire loom a few inches than ends with a Union fitting. I would like to return to factory set...
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    classic 13' Boston Whaler questions

    Hey guys im interested in buying a 13' whaler. there are a few around my area but before I go looking I figured I would see if you guys had some tips. Both boats im interested in are 70s models. one has an 80s evinrude 25hp that i doubt has power trim. and im not really sure if 25hp is enough...
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    9.5 sportwin reed valve question

    hey guys just going through this 68 9.5 evinrude sportwin and found on one reed block that you can just barely see light shining through the reeds. on the other one you dont see any. I was wondering if this is acceptable or im going to need to throw more $ at this thing and get a new reed block.
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    starcraft sea mist hull repair (cracks)

    since my motor blew i decieded i should just go ahead and repalce the floor and transom. this is what i found under the floor:blue:, just thought i would get some advice before i just get it welded. crack through the hull is about 4 inches long. 2 braces cracked in the middles and some of small...
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    64' starcraft seamist re-power

    ok so the ole 1975 evinrude 70 sang its last song last week. its time for a modern outboard. ive really been leaning towards a 4stroke, but after doing some re search im not so sure. it seems like i would need a high hp 4 stroke to get decent performance, not sure if i should even consider a 4...
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    RC boating?

    Just wondering if any other guys on here are into rc boating. Mabey if theres alot we could start a new section? It'll be interesting anyhow.
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    resealing lu, shift shaft seal replacement

    Im in the process of doing the prop seals and driveshaft seals on a 1976 70hp lu, what seals the shifter shaft? Is it just the little o-ring i see in the exploded view, or is it the belows looking thing? Ive been thinkin about just leaving it alone but i would :facepalm: if i found water still...
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    convertible top?

    Hey guys im thinkin aboat adding a vert top to the sea mist, i think bimini tops look goofy on old runaboats so im goin for the low profile style that attaches to the windshield. Here in fl it sucks bieng out in the open during the middle of the day, so i need some shade. This is going to be...
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    need help reading these plugs

    Hello, im having a problem with my jeep 4.0l fouling the no2 plug, the plug will only last around a thousand miles, motor does not burn oil or smoke. Ittl start running rough at idle when the plug foules, pop in a new one and its fine for around another 1000.
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    tow bar or dolly to tow jeep home?

    Hey guys i might be going to look at an old jeep cj3b sunday, its in Georgia about 5hours away, the jeep has a tow bar ive never used a tow bar, owner states it tows nicely but hes never towed it long distances. My dad has a car dolly with 3 dry rotted tires at least its got a spare. Im not sure...
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    what to seal fuel tank fittings with?

    Just wondering what you guys recommend to seal the threads on the quick connect tank fittngs, local shop says they use grease, i also heard to use this stuff permetex makes it comes in a giant container itssome kind of aviation sealer. I know teflon tape is a no no but its what ive been using so...
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    "copper core" wires same as "solid core"?

    So just getting my bug running again and im installing a streetfire cdi ignition box and it says DO NOT USE SOLID CORE SPARK PLUG WIRES. My wires say copper core. Are they the same or am i okay? The wires are pretty new or else i would just buy new shielded wires.
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    basic fishfinder/gps chartplotter?

    Well my ancient hummingbird fishfinder died last weekend , so im looking for a good basic gps finder (nothing to fancy) I pretty much cruise around and do some fishing but nothing to serious. You might be asking why I need gps, well couse I think it would be cool! Im looking at the basic...
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    1975 evinrude 70hp wot bog, surge

    Just got back from 3 days on the river, had an issue- motor gets right out of the hole and on plane good and will run at 4500-5000rpm all day (runs really good) but if i try to punch it for wot it approaches 5500rpm and then looses power(feels like i let off the throttle) and then itll start...
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    did trailers even have vin numbers in 1963?

    Hello, i live in florida and im trying to register my trailer which has no vin # and no title, they say i need the vin but im not even sure they had em in 63. I could get a homemade title but that requires me to weigh just the trailer, which is a little hard to do with the boat on it, lol. Im...
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    good place for searchlight?

    Is this a good practical spot? Light is not installed, just mock up. Just wondering if i should move it to starboard (in my line of sight) it looks the best where it is in the pic, but i dont know how good it would work. Thanks for the imput.
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    old jabsco ray-line searchlight value

    Found a cool searchlight that i think would look awesome on my srarcraft, they say it works but it doesnt have the original control panel, they have it hooked up to some rocker switches. They were asking 85, i offered 50 and he said 72.25, i see some on ebay for like 200 if there working, i...
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    for sale/wanted section?

    I think it would be a great addition to the forum. So many people on here have stuff they would like to sell. And there wouldn't be all the bs from craigslist. Just a suggestion.
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    check this out! antique long shaft motor

    Boat Motor -- Tuemler (collectible) I cant find any info on this thing, but it looks cool.
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