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    Topside & Bridge refinishing?

    Picked up a new project this past summer, 31' Silverton Convertible. Splashed her in late July and had a great August and September on Lake Michigan. Had little issue with anything on the boat and was happy to be able to use it and fill the freezer with salmon. Having no major mechanical issues...
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    What do I need? Battery & Charger

    Just picked up a 31' Silverton Sedan, a floating and running project. I need to install batteries, it is set up for two currently, What size/model of battery should I be looking for. Also, it currently has an old 15A charger which I would like to replace with new, again, what size/model should I...
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    Which project to pick? 1979 F32 Trojan or 32 Silverton

    I'm looking for input on past issues & your preference. Here are the basics. Both 1979 Both w/ Flybridge Both twin Chrysler 360's Both 32' Both is useable shape and need some basic maintanence, tune-up and clean up. Which one would you chose? 1. F32 Trojan with 1200 hrs or 2. Siverton...
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    reverse Jack Plate?

    I have a 22' starcraft hull with a mariner 150 mounted. The shaft is a standard shaft of 20" and the cavitation plate is +/- 5" above the keel. This is a great position when the boat is on plane and running at WOT. The boat takes off nice as the prop is well in the water with the way the boat...
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    Mariner 150 Magnum EFI 13.75 X 19

    I upgraded my power this year on my 22' starcraft CC to a 150 Magnum EFI Mariner. The current prop is a 13.75 x 19 and appears to have been reworked/cupped. The Gear ratio is 1.87 Here is some basic info with GPS & RPM RPM GPS Speed 4K 28-30 mph 4.5K 32-34 mph 5K...
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    Possible New Project - 27' Crestliner, input needed...have you worked with this hull?

    I am looking at picking up a new project boat. Here is a photo. I will have more after I go and look at the rig tonight. I'm looking to see if anyone has worked with this hull before and if ther are any major issues with it. Thanks,
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    decarb didn't fix the issue, '79 Johnson 150hp

    Well, over the past two weeks I've run 4 liters of seafoam thru my motor in hopes that it would clean out what ever was keeping my motor from running at idle. Here is the issue, the motor will idle but will starve out after 20 or 30 seconds, won't shutter, just cuts out. If I pump the choke in...
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    No vocals coming thru on Amp?

    I installed a 4 channel Ipod Amp from Pyle. here is a link to the unit. http://www.pyleaudio.com/sku/PLMRKT4A/4-Channel-Waterproof-MP3-iPod-Amplified-65-Marine-Speaker-System I connected it to its own battery as I had the room. I am getting music thru the two speakers but I am not getting full...
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    Would like more speed, have current data for current prop. Can you help?

    Boat: Starcraft Mariner 210 Lenth: 22' Beam: 8' Engine: '79 150 Johnoson (WOT operating range between 4500 & 5500 rpm's according to badge) Current Prop: OMC 15.5" X 15" alum. 3 blade Load: 2 adults two kids, cooler = 600lbs Boat weight: unknown, guesed with motor about 1500 lbs? Data: (w/ GPS...
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    '92 150hp Force

    Anything positive about the force motors? Junk?
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    '84 185hp Evinrude, The good, the bad and the ugly?

    Anyone have any opinion on this motor? History? details?
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    Buy or not to buy? '02 150hp Johnson

    In the search to upgrade from my '79 150hp Johnson, I have found a 2002. Are these a good year? Built by Bombardier? Any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated.
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    Anyone built a leaning post?

    After a season of operating my CC without a leaning post, I now have a bone to get one but don't have the sense to pay the big dollar that seems to be required to obtain one. Has anyone ever built one and can you share your design/photos? Or does anyone know where to pick one up for an...
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    225hp EFI, Offshore 94 or 95

    I am in the hunt for a new powerplant for my 23' Starcraft mariner. I'm looking in the 225hp area. I've found a couple in the '94 & '95 era. I've seen a lot of issues on here with these motors but then all motors have some issues. I'm looking for some advice, good motor or stay away? Thanks in...
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    1979 150HP started to shutter/misfire yesterday

    I was out yesterday and the motor was running fine, then I started her up to get underway and thud, thud, thud, thud. the motor was running and would power up but it was clearly misfireing on a cylinder or two. I pulled the plugs, didn't seem to look bad but I changed them anyways. Nope, that...
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    Used Prop?

    I'm looking for a used prop and to make my current prop a back up. I'm running a '79 150hp Johnson currently with an unknow prop. ( I think a 15x17) It is a 15 spline thru exhaust hub. If you have one you want to get rid of, PM me. I'd like to get a 15x16 3 or 4 blade. (Moderators, based on...
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    '96 225hp 2-stroke EFI?

    What is the word on this motor? I am considering buying one.
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    Need a replacement Trim Tilt Swithc

    I stepped on my trim/tilt witch the other night and broke the round plastic assembly around the toggle switch. Can anyone recommend a replacement? it is a 1979 Johnson 150hp. Thanks, Travis
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    '79 150HP Ignition Wireing diagram

    It doesn't seem to show it in my manual, so can anyone provide me withthe color codes and wireing diagram for my ignition. some of the wires were disconnected when I started my restoration and I am getting close to putting it back together. Thanks,
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    Fuel Fill line

    Ok, need some opinioin. Sunday while working on the boat, I had my father-in-law's assistance. He is a lic. Mechanic and had this idea when we were discussing the fuel fill hose and its cost. His idea was to use aluminum tube, 1/8" thick wall, for the long straight sections and using new USCG...
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