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    3.7l (170hp, "470") how long will they last?

    Hi,<br />My second post here ever.<br />Bought a 1986 18ft Rinker with a 3.7l motor with 360hrs on it (I guess less than 20hrs/yr when you average it). Boat, motor and drive look like new and checked out fine when inspected by Marine Shop.<br />Question is, how many hours can you get out of...
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    Power Trim/Tilt Question 3.7l Alpha1

    Hi,<br />Just bought a used boat. Used to have O/B with no bells/whistles and now I have a few (tilt and trim).<br />I understand the tilt and trim but it seems odd that there is a "trailer" button. What is the difference between "Trailer" and "Up"? In either case they both pull the drive all...
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    1986 Rinker 180 c/w 3.7l motor

    Hi I am new here.<br />I am just about to buy a 1986 18 ft Rinker c/w 3.7l i/o.<br />Anyone care to give an opinion of the driveline/motor or the boat in general?<br />Does anyone know who makes the 3.7l motor and how reliable they are?<br />Appreciate any opinions, thanks!!
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