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    Starting point for idling/performance troubleshooting

    1992 4.3L GEN II, 2 BBL, Thunderbolt IV Recently, have had some issues that I would like to try to resolve while boat is in water for the season. Trying to determine if I should start with fuel, choke (air) or distributor/plugs/wires? Any help from the experienced members would be greatly...
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    motor stall and odd electronic behavior

    Boat: 20 foot Grady Overniter Engine- 4.3 MercCruiser Thunderbolt IV While returning to home dock from a recent outing, the boat stalled just near the dock. We were able to restart and power in to dock, but then we went away for 2 weeks. During the time we were gone there was heavy rain, so I...
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    Searching dual console used boats

    Hello forum, I am looking to buy a dual console, outboard boat. Style of a Grady white. Wellcraft Sportsman would work nice. What other boat makers offer similar models? I am shopping used only and recently came across a Key West and an Aquasport that had similar layout and features. What...
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    strange trim behavior or possibly just user error

    Strange behavior or maybe my lack of knowledge today on the water test of my 1973 Starcraft with Mercruiser 140. The trim worked fine out of water, up down, no trouble. My console has three switches, do the top 2 need to be need to be depressed to raise the out drive? That is the only...
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    Wanted: best fitting cover for 18' Holiday available to buy from iboats.com?

    I've tried a couple "universal" covers and they just don't seem to do the job for my 18' Holiday. Most seem better suited for an open bow and are not cut for the closed bow windshield position. Has anyone had luck finding a good fit somewhere without going custom cover for a Starcraft Holiday?
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    trailer sway and wheel size

    Have a 1973 dual axle trailer with 8 inch wheels. When I was towing last fall on the highway there was a significant amount of trailer movement left to right. Would larger wheels reduce that type of sway? Boat is aluminum, 18' with I/O. Thanks!
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    2nd opinion on shop advice for bellows replacement

    Ok, so, my first I/O is a merc 3.0 from the 70's. It is presently at a well established shop for outdrive check up and steering work. In the course of the outdrive check it is discovered the gimbal bearing is bad. I ok the estimate for gimbal replacement. Last night I lose sleep because I...
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    in search top for Holiday 18' I/O

    Looking for info on what the original canvas top might have looked like for my '72 Starcraft Holiday 18. Also, I have seen advertiments with an optional stern rail and ladder. Does anyone have photos of either?
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    suggestion for a cover for winter storage

    I have a project boat that I want to cover for winter but don't want to break the bank just yet. I'll probably remove the seats and store those inside, floor is going to be replaced in spring. Any tips on a reasonably good economy cover? Snow load is heavy in normal winters. Boat is 18ft...
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    starting point for project engine

    Hello, Mercruiser forum. First time poster on this forum. I have just purchased a 1973 StarCraft that has been sitting, un-winterized for 5+ years in upstate NY. Engine is 120 hp, 4 cyl. I am looking for a beginning point to assess the engine because it does not have a starter so I can't try...
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    feedback on boat selection for first restoration

    Hi, am new to the forum but have heard many awesome things about it. I am really interested in restoring a boat for fishing/ tubing/ general cruising. Any suggested make/ model and range of years to look for that make for a good restoration project? Need room for 6, have vehicle that can tow...
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