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    Adding a alternator to new Yamaha 8 hp

    Thinking about getting an 8hp Yamaha for a kicker, Can't get them with electric start. I'm trying to keep cost down that's why I'm not going with the 9.9 electric start. Is it possible to get the 8 and add a charging system when funds allow. Any links to manufacturers of products to do this or...
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    Do I need primer??

    I am going to paint a 5" racing stripe on my 16 ft runabout. I've got the blue base coat and clear urethane from an auto paint supply. He told me I don't need to,prime just dewax and degrease, light sand and put down the basecoat. Everywhere I read online says to prime. It's going to be a blue...
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    Fiberglass painting advice

    I am planning on painting my 16 ft runabout this spring, I am planning on using a one part topside paint. The boat is trailered but we do spend a week on the ocean each summer with the boat moored. Is the going to be an issue? Is there one certain paint that I could get away with this. Most top...
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    Is crestliner

    I can buy a 91 crestliner phantom sst II 18.6 for 5500. On a good trailer. Upholstery is a little rough and the top only has a season or two left in it. I got him to take the 91 force off it. It is a long leg and not correct for the boat and I don't want the hassle of selling it. I have a 90hp...
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    shaft stayed on motor side during impeller change

    I bought a late 70s early 80s 9.9 evinrude last summer just went to check the impeller before our annual ocean trip and the shaft didn't come out with the lower leg. When I've seen them done before the shaft always just popped out. What the heck do I do now?
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    15.5ft beachcraft transom and stringer replacement

    I am about to replace the transom, stringers and the saturated foam in my 15.5ft beachcomber (early 80's ish). Today took off the motor, all hardware and ridgecap cover (not the cap). Can I cut the cap ahead of the transom shroud instead of taking the whole cap off and fiberglass the cap back...
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