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    Would Buying a 1988 Glastron 2500 Be a Good Deal?

    Been looking at this Glastron for $2500. New floor, carpet, upholstery, Chevy 350. Boat looks really clean but its a 1988. Thats pretty old for any vehicle. Would I just be getting into more problems due to the age? Is this a good deal for $2500?
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    Do I Really Have a Blown Power Valve??

    Recently installed a reman Ford 351W. First time out, I primed the throttle a couple-three times and hit the key. It was flooded! We did get it running, and it ran well, but when I hit it, the engine started popping loudly, then backfiring and died. My shop guy says the carb needs to be...
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    Buy A New $600 Manifold or a Coversion Kit for $510?

    Hi All-<br />On my 1989 OMC/Cobra 5.8L, the starboard exh. mainifold (end riser) is cracked. After scouring the web, all I come up with is getting a new manifold for around $600. I have found several center riser conversion kits from $509-$720. <br /><br />The kits include two manifolds, two...
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    Is There a Source for Online OMC Engine Parts?

    Well, Captain Idiot here waited just a little too long for his winterization. Now I am told my 1989 OMC/Cobra 5.8L has a cracked starboard exh. manifold, a cracked power steering cooler, and needs a port head. AAARRRGGHH! <br /><br />And these repairs would need to be done before the boat could...
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    Winterization at Dealer Sounds Like a Scam

    Owning my first boat and now encountering dealings with the local boat dealers, I can't help but wonder if the whole "winterization" thing is a bit of a scam. I called several dealers and the gist of it is, they remove a few drain plugs, fog the engine, and want $100-200 for their services. Say...
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    Where Are the Drain Plugs?

    At the risk of sounding like a dope newbie, I had to ask! I have not yet had a chance to actually visually go around my engine, an OMC Cobra 5.8L, and am wondering where all the drain plugs are that need to be opened for the winter. Besides those, are there any other plugs or drains to be aware...
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    Do I Need Bearing Buddies?

    Actually, I was hoping someone could actually explain what these are, and if they are really a necessity, or a nice to have. My trailering is infrequent and not over long distances. I do have a tandem trailer.<br />Thanks for any advice.
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    Dilemma!! Should I Have 1 Axle or 2??

    I have a very short time window to score a tandem trailer with brakes for $1000. Has a 1987 Bayliner 21.5ft sitting on it. Boat needs an engine but sterndrive is good. Interior of boat is shot but could sell as is WITH the sterndrive on eBay? <br />I have a 1989 Capri 2150...essentially the same...
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    anyone know the weight of a Bayliner Capri 2150?

    Would anyone have a rough idea of the gross weight of a 1989 Bayliner Capri 2150? Trying to decide if I need a bigger truck!!
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    How the heck do you get rid of a trashed boat?

    I bought a Bayliner 21.5ft for the outdtive and other spare parts. The boat is pretty much shot otherwise. Also got a nice tandem trailer which I needed.<br />Now I need to dump the boat and can't find anyone who knows anything on the subject. Anyone have a clue on this subject? I'm near Dallas, TX.
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    Are Sterndrives Interchangeable?

    One more question please:<br />Are the stern drive assemblies (upper and lower units together)on OMC able to be switched between different size OMC engines, say from a 5.0L to a 5.7L or 5.8L? Must an OMC drive assembly be mated to only an OMC engine or would it work on other brands?<br />Thanks...
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    Sterndrive Unit Not Lowering

    First trip to the lake was a bust! Kids and wife not happy. I have an 89 Bayliner Capri 2150 with a 5.8L Cobra OMC and OMC stock outdrive.<br />When I hit the trim button, the drive motor ran but the unit itself didn't move. Tried the up button than down again but nothing. Even had my foot on...
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    Sterndrive Interchangeable to Other Engines?

    One more question please:<br />Are the stern drive assemblies (upper and lower units together)on OMC able to be switched between different size engines, say from a 5.0L to a 5.7L or 5.8L? Must an OMC drive assembly be mated to only an OMC engine or would it work on other brands?<br />Thanks for...
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    Stern Drive Not Lowering

    First trip to the lake was a bust! Kids and wife not happy. I have an 89 Bayliner Capri 2150 with a 5.8L Cobra OMC and OMC stock outdrive.<br />When I hit the trim button, the drive motor ran but the unit itself didn't move. Tried the up button than down again but nothing. Even had my foot on...
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    Would like help on HP of 5.8L Cobra OMC

    I have a 5.8L Cobra OMC in an '89 Bayliner Capri 2150. It also has an OMC drive unit. Any ideas on actual horsepower of this rig?
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    What's Up With All the Bayliner Bashing??

    I just got my first boat from an old coworker of mine: a 1989 Bayliner Capri 2150 with an OMC 5.8L. In reading these posts, Bayliner seems to be bashed pretty well, along with OMC. I realize Bayliner is not top of the line, but we took it out and it ran great. Has new transom and lower drive as...
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    What's the Best Way to Wax My Hull!

    My boat's hull is pretty oxidized and dull looking. The boat sits on a trailer so I don't know the best way to attempt to clean and wax the hull. Will this be a take-it-to-the-shop job?<br /><br />Also, what's the best stuff for cleaning the vinyl seating? There are so many products out there...
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    Need Help Finding Old Bayliner Part!!

    Hi all. Just acquired a 1989 Bayliner Capri 2150 and am looking hard to find a body part for it with no luck. I'm looking for the black plastic vent piece that attached at the front of the right-side window. <br />Any ideas where one goes for these older parts? Any help or referals are greatly...
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