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    What type of flare is on this oil line? (Pics included)

    Hi Guys, I'm working on my outboard's tilt/trim and need to replace an oil line. The part I need (Johnson/Evinrude 0390443) is no longer available. I replaced the line about a year ago with a steel brake line that I had bent and flared (double inverted flare) and it worked OK, but I'd like...
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    18' Center Console + Trolling = Seating? Looking for input!

    I am in the process of starting a project on an aluminum 18' boat. I intend to use it for inland lake fishing, and some Walleye/Salmon trolling. What I'm looking to find out is what people do for seating on a smaller center console. I had been thinking to do "U" shaped seats at the front of...
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    Need help finding correct points...

    Hello! I have a Chrysler 70 HP 707HA, 3 cylinder outboard motor. It ran great last year but I had to put some work into "making" the points work to get it through the summer. No biggie, just going to replace them this spring. Right? Wrong. I carefully researched and ordered the correct...
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    Finding engine specs? 1979 Mercruiser 225

    I need to order a new distributor for my motor. The previous one is damaged beyond repair. I looked around and decided on the David Unified Ignition system. However, when I go to order it, they are asking for information that I don't know. Things like... Compression Ratio Cam Duration...
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    1974 Mercruiser 225 - Needs replacement distributor

    Title pretty much says it all. I have a 1974 Mercruiser 225 that needs a new distributor. The only one is broken (physically broken) and is beyond repair/rebuild. I would like to replace the dizzy, coil and wires to something a little newer. On a previous motor, I used a MSD setup, but one...
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    Next troubleshooting step?

    I have had my boat out several times this year with no issues. 4-5 trips @ 4-5 hours each. Mostly trolling for fishing. My motor is a 351W, I think it was originally marinized by PCM, but I'm not 100% sure. However, with my question, I dont' think the brand will matter.... I got home after...
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    Throttle/Idle setup, adjustment issues...

    Hi Everyone! I've had great luck getting assistance in the past, so I wanted to try again! I tried searching for a previous thread that would cover this but didn't have any luck, I also watched the carb/ignition video at the top of the page and followed it to the letter. Engine Info... 70 HP...
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    AQ250 - Water Inlet Connection part number?

    Re: AQ250 - Water Inlet Connection part number? Hi Don! First and foremost, thank you for any help you give me. I can't even begin to imagine how many people you've helped out on this forum alone! I went to your link and tried in vein to find my outdrive. My motor isn't made by Volvo Penta...
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    AQ250 - Water Inlet Connection part number?

    Hi Guys? I looked up my outdrive in the information section of these forums and I found my outdrive, the diagram and most of the shop manual. Unfortunately, the manual doesn't give the part number for the little water inlet connection on the outdrive (I think that is what it's called, it looks...
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    VP 250 Outdrive Seal - Name this part!

    Hi Everyone, I tried to find this on my own, but was only able to get about halfway there. I found the manual for my outdrive, and I found the part that I need... but it doesn't list what the part is. Here is the diagram from the manual... I need the two rubber circle seals that seal the...
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    Raw Water (Engine Cooling) Plumbing question...

    Hi Everyone, Does the water that gets sucked in from the lake need to pass through the manifolds prior to being pumped through the motor? I know that some do, but it looks like my setup does not. I'm just wondering if something is plumbed incorrectly, or if that is normal in some motors. My...
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    Check out my rear! (Transom) Warning! Large pics!

    Hi Everyone, I really enjoy reading everyone's restoration threads so I figured I would post one of my own. I have done some work with smaller boats, but never anything major. Recently, I bought my first bigger project. A 23' 1972 Seasport. I just finished refinishing the transom and wanted...
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    Outdrive Alignment Tool...

    Hi Everyone! I work in an automotive shop and I'm working on my boat. I had a motor issue and we removed the motor, and ordered a rebuilt long-block. ( Yes, a marine motor and not an automotive one). I am trying to get things around for the reinstall while I wait for the new motor to arrive...
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    Is this the outdrive that I think it is?

    Re: Is this the outdrive that I think it is? I also found this tag which leads me to beleive that the Volvo Penta 250 is accurate. It reads: PZ NR: 2528223B
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    Is this the outdrive that I think it is?

    Hi Everyone! I'm hoping that you guys can help me to confirm what outdrive this actually is. I *think* that it is a Volvo Penta 250 Aquamatic. The reason I'm concerned is that I've seen other outdrives that say "Volvo Penta" where mine says "Commander." This outdrive is hooked up to a Ford...
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    Buying a new boat and have questions about the powerplant?

    Hi Everyone, I posted in the general section about a boat that I am going to take a look at and it was suggested that I ask about the drivetrain here. Here is the thread: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=536804 It is a 21' boat with a cuddy cabin. It appears to be very well taken...
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    Buying first bigger boat, things to look for?

    Hi Everyone! I have had several boats in my life from smaller "rowboats" that were 12' long, to my 16-18' runabouts with 40 HP motors that I fixed up myself. I'm no expert, but I am pretty good a figuring things out. That being said... I'm looking for a slightly larger boat now. I'm going...
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    70 HP Chrysler Component Question...

    Hi all, Long time reader - first time poster! I recently picked up my latest project. It's a small runabout boat with a 70 HP 1971 (ish) 3 cyclinder Chrysler Outboard on it. My question relates to the components of the ignition. I had a 120 HP Chrysler that I worked on that had a different...
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