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    ‘85 Chris Craft Scorpion transom, stringers, bulkheads and upholstery

    Jumping in head first into a world unknown, any and all guidance along the way will be very much appreciated. I’m pulling the engine Saturday. After getting all the mechanical stuff out and a thorough scrub down, I’d like to get busy on a sturdy cradle. Definitely need some advice on this... I...
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    Replacing bulkheads and deck on 85 Chris craft

    Hey all. I’ve already ordered a ton of money in upholstery supplies and a sewing machine (giving it a try myself) when I decided to cut my floor out because I thought I had soft spots. Turned out the floor was solid as can be. I was just feeling seams when I thought I had soft spots. The only...
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    Correct ventilation in engine compartment of runabout

    I am planning to re-upholster my 1985 21’ Chris Craft bowrider this winter. (350 I/O Mercruiser) I’d like to build wrap around seating on one side and a solid upholstered side panel on the other side (instead of the open storage areas that are there now). As is, there is lots of added airflow...
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    1985 Mercruiser 260 knocking sound and idles high after running on plane for a while

    Thanks to everyone for your help with my last issue with shifting. The boat shifts perfectly now. :-) I have two more problems I wanted to ask about. 1) I have a little bit of a knocking sound coming from my valve covers. The sound seems to happen in a regular pattern, and every time it...
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    1985 Mercruiser 260 w/ alpha 1 trouble shifting

    First time poster, and desperately needing help. I bought a 1985 Chris Craft Scorpion with a Mercruiser 260 and alpha 1 drive. It's got a few problems but my big problem is shifting. I replaced the shift plate assembly with the new style switch. Adjusted the cables to specs and checked both...
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