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    Just one trim tab??

    Why would a boat have just one trim tab on the starboard side?
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    Wood boat leak repair needed: Central Ill.

    HI, Is there anyone near Central Illinois who would care to undertake a repair of a leaky 1960 Thompson Sea Coaster? The boat is all original and in very good condition but leaks badly. I'd be surprised if any rot is there, but it certainly needs re-caulking along the keel and maybe the transom...
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    Morse Control functions 1963-1964 Vintage

    HI, Could someone be kind enough to tell me exactly "how" this control works? I can guess that the lever controls forward and reverse, but there are two buttons. I'm "guessing" one is to prevent gear engagement while allowing you to rev the motor during start-up. A full explanation would be much...
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    correct colors for gator trailer

    Re: correct colors for gator trailer This one still has its original paint on it and it didn't spend much time in the sun in its life. The wheels obvoiusly have have been changed. It was a light yellow; not a school bus yellow. Verne
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    Sharpening edges of prop blades?

    This might seem like a stupid question, but what harm or good might come from sharpening the leading edges of the blades? thanks Verne
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    Tracing history by registration number??

    If I have the original registration numbers on the hull of an old boat (MN), is there a way to find out the year, model, serial number, perhaps owners name at the time? Or does this fall under the privacy act?? thanks Verne
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    Shorelandr trailer opinions 1963?

    I'm open to any comments from anyone's experience with this kind of trailer. I can't get any number off of it but it may original to a '64 boat (early). It is a heavy duty version (I think) because the boat is about 2200lbs. thanks:) [/IMG]
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    Radial tires on a boat trailer?

    I apologize if this subject has been discussed before but I was wondering if radial tires on a trailer wouldn't be a bad idea. I'm thinking about cornering and uneven road surfaces such as ruts that seem to toss around bias tires. Seems to me they would offer a much more steady ride and not tend...
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    East Fork Lake, Olney, IL...???

    HI, Does anyone have some experience on this lake? Does it have a lot of shallow areas and/or obstructions? I'd like to hear any and all comments. Thanks Verne
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    Eaton outdrive risks?

    Before considering purchasing a boat with an Eaton I/O, I wanted to ask you folks about their known weak links and the availablity of parts for any needed repairs. Do they have a good reputation or they prone to a list of problems? Thanks Verne:)
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    Bow Light flag staff (burgee pole) needed

    First off, I apologize if this is not the place to post this (I couldn't find a classified section) but I need an original metal flag staff for my original bow light on my Thompson. It is 3/4" at the base and twists in to lock in the top of the light. Hopefully someone can help me find one...
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    Original decal for this '58 Four Fifty??

    Does anyone have a picture of what the decal should look like on the pull cord access door for this motor? All the other original decals and emblems are in great shape but this area seems to be missing something. I've been on the old OMC site looking at original sales brochures but nothing seems...
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    1957 Fleetwin 7.5 parts interchange?

    Hi, What years (and HP) lower unit parts will interchange with my '57 Fleetwin 7.5hp? (housing, skeg, driveshaft, gears, etc?) Thanks:)
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    NJ Garvey & Speed Skiff racing Barnegat

    Short notice, but the NJ Garvey boat racers and NJ Speed Skiff racers will be having racing off the Barnegat Municipal boat launch (East Bay Ave) tomorrow (Sunday the 15th). We will also be there with with some old Chevys from the Jersey Late Greats car club. Old cars and old boats with small...
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    57 Fleetwin 7.5hp parts recommendations

    Hi, I just bought a well used one that needs a resto. I have a tentative list of things that I feel I should have on hand in order to bring it back. Forget powerhead issues for now because I don't have a way of checking compression, etc. List for now: Water pump impeller carb kit gasket kit...
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    Lake Sara, Effingham, ILL.

    HI, Does anyone know the water quality above the bridge in Shumway cove? On Google, it looks murky and different than the lower main body of the lake. Not many homes up there. Just wondering of it tends to be more stagment due to the small entry under the road bridge. Does it smell? Are there...
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    58 Four Fifty Evinrude "Dump Hose"

    OK, here's a new thread about an issue I've posted about before. Every time I read a post about this motor there were numerous comments about what gas hogs these motors were/are. A few people have stated that part of the problem was a dump hose from the bottom of the intake manifold into the...
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    58 Four Fifty front cover decal?

    There seems to be a decal or emblem missing on the front cover of my motor. Does anyone have a photo of what it should look like? I have the brochure but I can't make it out. Also, the guy in Canada with decals, etc doesn't appear to have one. The rest of the hood is all original and in great...
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    East Fork Lake, Southern Illinois

    I'd like to hear from anyone who has boated on this lake and their impressions of it. I know it's a clear lake and good for bass. I'd like to know about any restrictions for boating, motors, speed limit, jet skiis, etc. Thanks Verne:)
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    Using vacuum signal to set idle mixture?

    I've read Joe's excellent procedure for setting idle mixture in the top secret thread but I was curious whether the two throat carb on my '58 Four Fifty has a manifold vacuum take-off. I've always set the idle mixture on my cars by using a vacuum gauge to achieve the highest steady reading. IS...
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