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  1. Raystownboater

    No spark issue

    Mercruiser 165, with no spark at the plugs. The wiring at the coil didn't look correct because the wire from the condenser was hooked up to the + of the coil and there were groups of wires just randomly hooked up to the coil. I looked at the wiring diagram which showed the condenser wire...
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    1986 200 ETXJ flywheel removal

    I'm looking for a flywheel puller for a yamaha 200 etxj I bought a universal puller at harbor freight, that attaches to the outside of the flywheel, which didn't even budge it. I watched a few YouTube videos that showed the puller attached to the 3 threaded holes next to the shaft, but they dont...
  3. Raystownboater

    Finally Starting the 22' v5 (Djpeters twin sister)

    Well, I ran her until the interior completely fell apart and the floor turned to mulch. I parked it and started the demo.
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    '79 Evenrude 200 not getting fuel

    After backing the trailer into the water, I primed the bulb several times and the boat started. Ran down the lake and fished for a couple hours. Went to start the boat to head back to the dock and it wouldnt start. It cranked and cranked but wouldnt start. I tried priming the bulb again but that...
  5. Raystownboater

    Here she is: 22' SS V5

    Once the rain stops, I'll post more pics of the inside. Had her on the water, last night, with Ezmobee and it ran like a dream. Quiet and Smooth. Im not doing a full resto but will be doing a floor and transom this winter along with minor cosmetic repairs and possibly paint. For those of you...
  6. Raystownboater

    Tinstock '12

    As a new card carrying member of the "Starcraft Club", I wanted to see if there was any interest in a Tinstock '12 to be hosted at Lake Raystown, in central PA. If there is enough interest, we can move forward with planning.
  7. Raystownboater

    No spark at plugs

    I just replaced the coil with flamethrower and now I have no spark at the sparkplugs. The voltage at the coil is 12.4 and drops to 10.2 while cranking. I have spark going into the distributor but no spark to the plugs. The points were replaced last year with an ignitor I ignition so im pretty...
  8. Raystownboater

    Merc 228 mechanical fuel pump issue

    Im trying to replace the fuel pump on my mercruiser. I purchased a mechanical fuel pump for a small block chevy and as you can see, the mounting surface does not match. What am I doing wrong and what fuel pump will fit this block? I've checked every small block mechanical fuel pump and they are...
  9. Raystownboater

    Quadrajet problems after running for 20 mins

    Took the boat out last night for a quick test run after replacing the engine and putting on a rebuilt Quadrajet 4 barrel. One side note is the engine has an electric fuel pump. Once in the water, she ran great. I wasnt able to go to full throttle for very long because of the chop but I was more...
  10. Raystownboater

    Icamping?

    Does anyone know if there is a site like this for pull behind campers? This site is awesome for boats but would like to find one like this to help with restoring an older camper. Google hasnt really helped.
  11. Raystownboater

    Post Rapture

    For those of you leaving us today, please leave the keys in your boat and i'll come by this evening to pick it up. :cool:
  12. Raystownboater

    New Thread Suggestion

    I was curious if there was ever an interest for a classified ad thread that would allow members to post their boating parts and accessories they have for sale? I realize Iboats has its own classified section but this would be for members only, I guess.:confused:
  13. Raystownboater

    Using StaBil

    Has anyone, using Stabil, come across a sand-like material in their fuel filters? I used to use Star Tron to stabilize the fuel for winter but last fall I treated the gas with Stabil and noticed alot of "sand" in the fuel filter. I've never had this happen before and was wondering if the Stabil...
  14. Raystownboater

    Cigars vs. Pipes

    As I was sitting on the deck, with a (tobacco) pipe in my hand, I was curious who smokes cigars and who smokes pipes. I did a thread search and havent found any posts asking this. I actually like both so If you do enjoy either one, let me know your favorites. When i smoke a cigar, I usually...
  15. Raystownboater

    Mercruiser Flywheel Cover

    Does anyone have a photo of a Mercruiser flywheel cover for a 1980 228 (305) or know if it can be removed without pulling the engine?
  16. Raystownboater

    No Spark at Coil

    While failing to start my mercruiser 228, I traced the problem to the coil, so far. There is no spark at the coil, so I tried hooking up a lead from the battery, directly to the coil and still no spark. I converted my points ignition over to electronic so there is a black and red wire coming...
  17. Raystownboater

    Starting problems

    On my mercruiser 228, when i turn the key, I hear a click. I followed Don S. instructions and still cannot find the issue. I pulled the starter and took it, along with the battery, to get checked. Both tested good. I reinstalled and tested the slave solenoid. It seemed to test ok but I replaced...
  18. Raystownboater

    Can I bypass the solenoid

    On my 1980 Mercruiser, I just added fresh 305 from Rapido Marine. My question is, since the starter has a solenoid mounted to the top, can the other solenoid be bypassed and removed altogether?
  19. Raystownboater

    Replacing Engine

    I will be replacing my Mercruiser 228 with a rebuilt one from Rapido Marine. I've been reading over the service manual on removal of the old and installation of the new but I'm wondering if its really as simple as it states. If there is anyone close to me that would be willing to lend a hand in...
  20. Raystownboater

    Blown Motor, now what???

    Well, had the boat on the water this morning and as soon as I put it in gear and gave it some power, it started spitting and backfiring through the carb and had no power. I couldnt get it above 9mph. The oil pressure was lower than normal (about 20psi according to the guage) and it sounded like...
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