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    8-9.8HP Merc and Tohatsu Models with remote steer?

    I cant seem to fine model numbers or specs on these. Both sites show that for the 9.8HP models that mechanical remote or tiller are available - however I cant find the models for remote. Looking to try and setup remote on a RIB I plan on getting. If not - does anyone know if there is a...
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    Some thoughts on two trucks.

    So Im looking for a newer truck. I currently have a 12.5ft Caprice skiff and 20HP Merc with trailer, all said and done it probably weighs ~800lbs MAX. I plan to upgrade to a Carolina Skiff J14 soon which would only add roughly 200lbs maybe a little more. I trailer my motorcycle from Florida up...
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    Question on 20HP Tiller Conversion Control Box

    So I am nearly finished with my tiller to remote conversion for my 20HP merc 4-stroke (2014 or 15; OR625541) I am confused about which control box to purchase. I am pretty sure the 881170A4 will fit, but it is roughly $50 more expensive than the 881170A8. I am not trying to cheap out completely...
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    2015 15HP Tiller to Remote Conversion Questions

    So I can get this really good deal on a 15HP tiller merc outboard for ~$1700. I got quoted the other day for a brand new 15HP remote short shaft at ~$3000. The new obviously has a full warranty, the used 15hp tiller has a 3 year warranty. My questions are which kit is required for conversion...
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    Suzuki EFI Portable Engines, no remote on 15/20HP with 15" shaft?

    Im looking into the portable engine EFI from Suzuki. I specifically want the DF9.9BTS in remote, since my 13' skiff is already rigged with a small center console. I was wondering if anyone knew why they do not offer the 15/20HP in remote with a short shaft? It appears there is a 20HP model with...
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    Silly questions on steering cable for Tohatsu 9.8 remote model.

    Just curious what would be the best choice steering cable for this model? Its going on a 12ft skiff CC style. I was thinking just a simply rotary cable from teleflex/ulex? I know this is simple but just wanted to be sure since I am pulling the trigger and the prices of the cables are more at...
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    About to order Epoxy/Fiberglass- How much is enough?

    I will get some pics up tonight. But essentially, yes- I was planning on grinding down the pointed tip of something like a lag bolt and screwing that into the wooden panels for the CC. My worry was that since I plan to put a cooler and seat on top of the hollow alumnium legs, if the weight gets...
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    About to order Epoxy/Fiberglass- How much is enough?

    I am about to purchase the epoxy and mat this weekend. I was wondering how much would be enough. I am just building a casting deck- I have 3/4th marine grade wood in a 48x24in sheet, will be cut to about 40x24in. I plan to coat it with epoxy then a single layer of fiberglass. Approximately how...
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    9.9/9.8HP Models Zuki or Hatsu?

    I posted awhile ago that a buddy of mine was going to purchase a new Tohatsu 9.8... He has since put that on hold, and has given his boat to me. So I was also going to put my 15hp 2-stroke 1999 Merc on it, BUT he added a small center console. The idea of having the CC on a small 12.5' boat seems...
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    How important is medsection paint? *PICS*

    Got a 15HP merc 2 stroke that is at bare aluminum on most of the midsection. I have already taken off the LU sanded, plan to do a vinegar wash, alodine, ZC primer, and phantom black paint. The midsection however seems much more difficult as I would have to remove the head. Having never done...
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    9.8HP Tohatsu Installation questions when buying new.

    Friend of mine is going to buy a new 9.8HP remote model Tohatsu. He has to get it installed at the dealer, he asked me a question on whether or not it must be bolted through the transom for installation at the dealer. I did not know. He says he does NOT want it through bolted because it is...
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    Adding foam floor to small boat

    So I am getting a 12ft Skiff pretty soon. This boat does not come with a foam floor, only positive foam in the gunnels. I like to mount things to the floor, and plan on adding a small center console so I would like to add a thin layer of foam and fiberglass a deck on the floor. I understand that...
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    1999 15HP 2-stroke. Few quick questions

    Hello! Got a 15HP Mercury from a buddy and had a few quick questions. Its a simple enough manual, tiller model I plan to convert to remote in the future. Now my question- The LU has quite a bit of paint chips, no corrosion, but a bunch of areas that do not have paint and chipping. I wanted to...
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    PWC trailer for Jon Boat, with added tongue length?

    So I am looking to get another 12ft fiberglass skiff, weighing in at about 220# just the boat. I had the same boat awhile back with the CE Smith multisport trailer, that had a 900# capacity, and it did a great job- BUT the trailer itself was only 11ft long total length. This made my tires get...
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    Recommend a brand/model for me please.

    So I am looking at getting another small boat, 12ft fiberglass skiff type boat. This boat has a MAX HP rating of 18HP. I previously had this boat with an 8HP and it planed fine with 2 people, but was very slow. With just me, the 8hp was fun. I mainly fish to speed doesnt mean that much...
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    RIB- What would you likely choose in my situation?

    I have a Nissan 5HP 2stroke engine. Thing is running like a champ *knocks on wood* and I use it for a very specialty designed microskiff that I fish from here in Flamingo and other extreme South areas of Florida. Obviously the area I live is a very hot climate (South Florida). I have been...
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    NS5B gear shifting.

    Got the thing rebuild, everything works. Only problem now is that the engine starts in gear. I assume the rod that connects into the lower unit is not placed correctly, because when I shift gears (F-N-R) it clicks through all three of them. However, when it is in the N position- it starts but...
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    Almost done, re-sealing prop shaft oil-seal question. NS5B

    This might be pretty basic, but whats the best way to remove the spring pin (#301-64217-0) on the prop shaft? Does this have to be removed, in the LU seal kit I have part # 369-60111-0 oil seal, which Id like to replace. Just tapping it out with a screw driver the easiest way or is there a...
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    NS5B Gasket kit sourcing.

    Just picked up a used NS5B. Don't know the year, but it leaks fuel a bit. Got a carb repair kit, ordering the manual. Im looking for info on sourcing a gasket kit. Just the gaskets that are up around the carb (assuming they don't come in the carb repair kit?). Also, the exhaust when placed in...
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    What to do? 2013 Tohatsu 8HP

    So I got this engine new back in May. Went out to Flamingo (flats fishing here in south Florida) about a 4 weeks ago, ran it onto a sandbar. I noticed after I trolled into the channel that the engine was running poor and dripping water from the pee-hole. I took it to the Tohatsu mechanic and...
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