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    1975 Merc fuel connection question

    I recently bought a 1975 50 hp. Merc. I need to buy a fuel line and connections to the motor and 6 gal tank. Can anyone tell what the part to purchase to connect the gas line to the motor? any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks Paul
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    New to Merc's.... how do I Keep motor in Up position?

    I Bought a 1975 50 hp Merc. I dont know how to lock it in the UP position. After searching this forum, I read about it having to be in forward to release the lock to raise it up (and it worked) but how do I lock it in the up position if i need to? (it is a Manual Tilt) Thanks Uncle Paul
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    Queen Merrie ID

    I have a 16ft Queen Merrie. The Numbers on my Transom Knee Brace read Q 5 6 0 . Does this mean it's a 1956? I cant seem to find a pic of a 1956 to compare it to...... Thanks Paul
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    Can anyone identify this Steering?

    Can anyone Identify what kind of steering is on My New to me Alumacraft? The boat is a 1959 queen 16 and the wheel and steering mechanism has been replaced. I think it requires a solid cable verses the Cable / pulley type system. Just don't know what cable to purchase. Thanks Paul
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    Downrigger Swivel base Question

    I have 2 Invader compact series manual Downriggers that I cant find swivel bases for. Does anyone know if any other brand swivel mount will fit these downriggers ? Thanks Paul
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    Good Boat Setup for downriggers?

    I have a 1959 16ft Alumacraft Deep V that I am setting up for trolling with 2 Manual Downriggers. I am planning on mounting the downriggers directly on top of the gunnels at the stern. I am thinking of building a storage box in the center of the boat to hold 3-6 gal gas tanks. About 20" wide...
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    Name of Rod Holders over Cockpit Cover

    This is a stupid question but here it goes..... What is the name of the bars that go over Cockpit covers on some fishing boats, that have several rod holders mounted to them. Has anyone DIY one of these? Thanks Paul
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    Fishing Boat Pics Please

    I just purchased a 16 ft Alumacraft. Im going to set it up for both Trolling and Pan fishing. I am going to install 2 downriggers, planner mast, and a live well and bait well. I would like to see some pics of other fishing boats, and please add any creative ideas on how you set them up for all...
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    What year and Model Boat is this?

    I Know it is a 16ft alumacraft. Can anyone please tell me what year and model? Just getting started........... Thanks
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    55 10hp No spark

    Just Bought a 1955 Johnson 10hp Motor. Seller said it runs good. He Lied. Its getting fuel but has no spark. Im looking for some guidence on what to look at first, second, third and so on until I cure the problem. also is there a manual for this motor online? Thanks Uncle Paul
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    Shaft Pic?

    Re: Shaft Pic? http://forums.iboats.com/asset.php?fid=155266&uid=380753&d=1355543301 http://forums.iboats.com/asset.php?fid=155266&uid=380753&d=1355543301
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    Shaft Pic?

    I have a 1965 33 hp Evinrude long shaft that I have no history on. I started it up, and found it was not pumping water. I pulled the lower unit and found The impeller was fine, but the shift shaft was not in the lower clamp. I see the lower unit has been replaced, And I don't think it was...
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