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    Replacing the transom in a jon boat, need a bit of advice

    My dad gave me his old 16 ft jon. Its an Aqua Sonic I believe. Anyway, the transom needs replacing and I was wondering whether the rivets I drill out need to be replaced with new rivets or can I use stainless bolts like Ive read about. What can I use to seal up the plywood that would be good...
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    Help on a new project

    So I picked up this outboard. First can someone tell me how to find out what year it is? Second, Im use to newer outboards from wrenching them while in the Coast Guard so bear with me. How do you drain the oil out of the power head? Has anyone had trouble loosening the grease plug on the lower...
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    How to clean out a rusty fuel tank?

    Just picked up an old Firestone outboard Im gonna give a shot at trying to get started. Definantly rust in the fuel tank so Im curious what to use for cleaning it out and sealing up to prevent further rusting.
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