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    Replace exhaust shutters (flappers)

    Hello All, I am the proud owner of a new-to-me conquest 3250. I would first like to say thing site is great and thank you in advance. I have twin mercruiser 350's with Alpha MR's. 1981 To the problem: 1) shutter valves are gone and need replacing. I have been told I need to pull the motors to...
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    Twin 230 hp's in Allmand

    Hey guys...Im looking at a 28ft allmand sportfisher with twin 230 inboards. Owner says he can only get it to 18 mph at 3100 rpm. It only weights 8000 Seems like this is a seriously low top speed for this boat. Do you think this means something else is wrong (engine problems or water logged?) Thanks!
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    VRO Help

    Well I thought my motor was just flooded but now im not sure. Its a 96 evinrude 150. I have been playing with the red nob on the VRO. What is this nob. I thought it was fuel shut off, but not sure now. Didnt seem to let any fuel past when in down position...and let to much in when in up...
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    First Start of The Season '96 150

    Well I tried to fire up the 96 evinrude oceanpro 150 today for the first time. Got it running, but accidently left the fuel switch off. I think i just burnt off the old fogging fluid. Primed it until i saw gas squirt out of the primer solienoid box thing(?) When I realized that the gas line was...
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    Planning a Lobster bake

    Although i am from maine i have never been to an authentic lobster bake. This comming weekend I would like to plan one on an island in casco bay, but have few questions. Ive read a few different ways to make the acctuall pit such as making a fire nd boiling the lobsters in a pot to steaming...
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    New (to me) Boat! What do you think

    Well you guys were right. I stayed away from that sunbird and tonite i bought a different boat. 1996 four winns coast runner 203. Its a 20 footer with a 96 150 evinrude saltwater pro. 2001 trailer with brakes and washdown port. total price = 5500. the book for the combo is over 10 grand. I am...
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    Chance to buy 1989 20 ft sunbird..?

    i have the chance to buy a 89 sunbird swl 200. asking 5 grand. It is a walk around cuddy with nice canvas top. good condition. My concern is the 5.0 liter cobra engine and omc outdrive. Ive heard about some problems with OMC. The boat is in good shape and was used mostly in freshwater....i will...
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    Should I get this free boat?

    I have the chance to get a free chaparral 1900 hull. Not sure of the year, but looks like mid eighties. Its a bowrider. Inboard and drive unit are missing. No trailer. What I really want to do is convert it to center console but dont know if this is a good hull to transform or not. Should I pass...
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    Living Aboard a Boat

    I am going to be graduting college soon and would like to buy a boat that I can live on comfortably. It would only be durring the summer months. My question is what should I look for in a boat and what size do you think will be adequet. I have owned 2 other boats both under 20 feet, open...
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    3M sealer

    hey guys,<br /> What 3M product should i use for my through hull fittings below the water line such as the blige hole. (im not sure if thats what it is called) Also what should I use to seal the top of the boat to the bottom? 3m 5200? Lastly what are good options for foam. The pourable...
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    3M sealer

    hey guys,<br /> What 3M product should i use for my through hull fittings below the water line such as the blige hole. (im not sure if thats what it is called) Also what should I use to seal the top of the boat to the bottom? 3m 5200? Lastly what are good options for foam. The pourable...
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    Rub Rail Removal

    I am trying to take the rub rail off my 84 glastron ssv. Does the rubber section slide out from the front or pop out or what? I realize that the metal portion is either screwed or riveted to the boat. I just need help with the rubber.<br />Thanks guys<br />Matt
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    Seloc vs Clymer Maunuals

    Is it worth having both? I have the Clymer and dont think it is very good got the Seloc as a gift... is it worth keep or just return it and get something else? Thanks Guys
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    inline 6 removal

    Im trying to remove my 90 hp inline six, 1984. It has power trim and tilt. Any help would be great.<br />Thanks<br />Matt
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    Motor Swap

    I have an 84 glastron wiht 84 90 horse merc, inline 6. I may purchase a 1999 glastron hull. Will the steering mechanism and motor mount to the 99 hull? Im just not sure how much the steering changes. Minor mods are ok, but major reworking isnt great. Help me asap, auction is almost over. Thanks...
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    merc 90 restarting

    My 84 merc 90 inline 6 runs great. It usually starts well out of the water but sometimes i have trouble when i put it in the water. I have to choke it while turning the key and throw it in gear to get it going. This is both in and out of the water. When ive been boating for awhile and then shut...
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    Almost ripped motor off

    I recently purchased a boat (1984 16ft glastron) which was a fix me upper (great deal). The previous owner was boating and hit the motor on some rocks. Nearly ripped it off the boat. Everything below the waterline was fixed. There are still some areas above that need fixing. I used the boat all...
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