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    BlueFin Transom rebuild

    Two weeks ago I removed the rotted wood from my transom. It was completely rotted through in the splash well engine mount area. After reading many threads concerning this repair I decided to use Marine Grade plywood instead of Seacast. I know many said they have had satisfying results using...
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    78 evinrude 100 hp tilt trim problems

    Went fishing yesterday. Lifted the motor to remove transom saver, launched boat, lowered motor and got underway. Motor would not continue down to the position to trim the boat to plane. Motor will not lift or lower now. Checked all connections, cleaned with wire brush, reconnect all wiring. I...
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    Repower

    I have a 1988 17' bluefin fish & ski. The 50 hp force just doesn't have enough umph! 22 mph with two people and 18 mph with our wives! And I'm the only large person (6'4"/250lbs) It runs great and has great/even compression. My boat is rated to 90 hp by the data plate. However using the USCG...
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    Larger Outboard & Fuel tank location

    I have a 87 Blue Fin Fish & Ski with a 50 hp Force with two 6 gallon tanks in the transom area. I am up grading to a 100 hp Evinrude and I want to install a new larger 20 gal. fuel tank under the port side lounge seats. Will I have to run an electric fuel pump, or will the primer bulb keep...
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