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  1. roscottjr

    2000 and 2001 XL700 Waverunner problems

    I recently purchased a 2000 and a 2001 Yamaha XL700 in great condition. We went to the lake this weekend and have experienced a few problems that I cannot seem to diagnose. The skis sat for just over a year so I cleaned the fuel tank, lines and carbs before going to the lake. When we got to the...
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    Outdrive ID for parts

    I have been checking around on parts prices for my Alpha One drive but have run into some information that has me wandering what I actually have. First off, I have an outdrive complete upper and lower off my 1987 Wellcraft Cuddy Cabin. I have found the following numbers on the upper unit: 1.98...
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    1987 Alpha One Gen One Upper drive shaft bearing preload

    Could someone clarify how the upper drive shaft bearing preload is set. I have read the manual several times and best I can tell is the nut is tightened to 6-10 lb. in. while rotating the gears to be sure everything is seated correctly. This would explain why to use the correct loctite on these...
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    1998 Yamaha 130hp outboard

    I have come across a deal I need advice on. I have a chance to purchase a boat with a 1998 Yamaha 130hp outboard engine. The owner says the engine needs new controls but is otherwise in great condition. He wants $450 for the boat and engine. Boat is in fairly good shape and for the most part...
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    Mercruiser outdrive painting

    I have a mercruiser Alpha One outdrive that needs to be repainted. What are the factory specs and materials to use for this outdrive or what is acceptable to use? Also, anyone who knows what materials can be used can you please also post a link to where I can get these materials?
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    Mercruiser 140 Alpha outdrive, questions and help

    I have a 1985 Mercuriser 140 with Alpha One outdrive. This is not the Gen II drive. What is the recommended gear oil for this drive? My other question is about steering. I would like to add power steering to this boat. It is a 1986 Wellcraft 192 Classic. It was available with power steering as...
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    What is the difference between these two outdrives

    I have two outdrives and I am not sure what the difference is. The one with the prop is on my 1987 Wellcraft with 3.0 140hp 4cylinder. The other outdrive came off a 1985 Chaparral with a 228 5.0 engine. I noticed the skegs are different but what is different between the two drives? Are the lower...
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    Mercruiser Alpha One tilt/trim issue

    Outdrive will not go down. Up button it goes up, down button it still goes up. Trim button does nothing but cause the solenoid to click. I can jump the larger terminals and the outdrive will go up, jump the terminals on the other solenoid and it goes down. From the thotlle controls the drive...
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    1987 Wellcraft 192 Classic Cuddy Cabin Restore

    Ok, it is a long story but this turned out to be a free boat basically. Of course if you want to get technical I actually cam out a little ahead with this boat and trailer package as a bonus. This boat has a 3.0 4cyl Mercruiser and Alpha One outdrive. It is still winterized but I did start it...
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    Cortec Construction

    I just purchased a Wellcraft cuddy cabin that needs a floorboard. The rest of the boat is in great condition. I have found out that the construction of this boat is Cortec. What is Cortec construction? Is it something to be concerned about?
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    Anyone have leftover vinyl or foam

    Well it looks like we are on our way to doing our own upholstery. Wife was really excited about getting a new sewing machine so I got one that would do this type of work..:-) Anyway, I need some practice material. Anything anyone may have leftover such as material, welting, thread, needles...
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    1985 Mecruiser Alpha 1 Gen 1 Gimbal bearing

    I noticed the Gimbal bearing has a seal and a tolerance ring but the tolerance ring is no longer available. I have found 3 that I plan to go ahead and get if I need them. The issue is I have searched the thread on replacing the Gimbal bearing and I have not seen anyone mention this tolerance...
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    1985 CHAPARRAL 198 XL I/O Restore

    Time frame until complete restore= Unknown at this time This boat was given to me but needs a complete restoration. I was already considering the same boat only the one I was looking at was $250 for the hull only and still needed a new deck and everything like this one but had no engine or...
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    I/O vs Outboard, which should I choose

    Ok, I now have the boat. I just have a slight question. This boat and my other are the same size, lengthwise, this one may be slightly longer. My other one is a 1988 MAXUM 20ft with Force 125 outboard and 6 passenger capacity. Although we currently use this boat it still needs deck replaced...
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    5.0 Mercruiser oil pan, valve covers, and timing chain cover

    I will be buying a long block for my new project to replace the engine in the boat that has freeze damage. The boat needs lots of work but I will start a thread on that when work begins. It is a 1985 Chaparral 198. Anyway, while taking the parts off the engine I noticed it will need new valve...
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    1989 Chaparral 198 XL I/O V-8

    I am looking for anyones suggestions or advice on a venture I am taking. I am becoming the new owner of a 1989 Chaparral 198 XL I/O V-8 for the cost of $0.00. Yes thats correct, the boat is being given to me. Now I know there is no such thing as a free boat and I am planning on putting the money...
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    1989 Chaparral 198 XL I/O V-8

    I am looking for anyones suggestions or advice on a venture I am taking. I am becoming the new owner of a 1989 Chaparral 198 XL I/O V-8 for the cost of $0.00. Yes thats correct, the boat is being given to me. Now I know there is no such thing as a free boat and I am planning on putting the money...
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    1990 MAXUM 2100 XR information

    I am thinking about buying a 1990 MAXUM 2100 XR. It is just the hull so I will be switching everything from mine to this one but I need a few things. Does anyone have one of these who could get me some pics of the rear ladder and also the hp and passenger rating? I also need to know if the...
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    Power trim/tilt Chrysler Force

    I have a 71 or 73 Chrysler 105hp outboard and a 88 Force 125hp Outboard. The Chrysler is missing the electric motor for the trim/tilt but the valve body is good. The Force is complete but leaks down. From what I can tell the resevoir is slightly taller on the Force than it is on the Chrysler...
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    1973 Chrysler 105hp questions

    I have a 1971 Evinrude 60hp. This motor is no good to me as it is too small but I found a guy who has a 1973 Chrysler 105hp with controls that he wants to trade for a smaller motor. He is interested in tradeing for my 60hp. My question is this, should I trade and where can I find parts for the...
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