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    is there a way to test a mechenical fuel pump? not getting fuel to the carburetor

    i replaced the fuel filter last year when i winterized the boat. I checked for clogged fuel lines n clean out the fuel tank i took of the fuel pump remove the fuel out line n push on the fuel pump rod n i got a couple of squirts of fuel out im no mechanic but i don't think it was sufficient fuel...
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    What makes a motor starter to crack? pics

    took the starter cause it was making these really laud noise almost like i was over turning the key n saw the cracks i tested the starter n it tested good im really curious that why it crack...Silicone you can c on 1 of the pics was there thinking previous owner silicone it...
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    Need a second opinion?? grinding noise on omc 120hp

    what i believe is my starter bad i turn the key today for the first time since last year n these loud noise almost sounded like i was over turning my ignition n not letting go since i was by myself i couldnt really ear point where the noise was coming from exact but im almost sure the loud...
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    how do i install a dual batterie switch??

    i would like to install a dual switch in my boat i have 120hp omc engine. im not to sure how to install the wires ive found lots of different way n the more ways ifind i get more confuse i want a batterie for starting the engine only the other batterie for a radio n fish finder.should i have 2...
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    how to do i prep my fberglass gelcoat coat hull for bottom paint?

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    how to do i prep my fberglass gelcoat coat hull for bottom paint?

    i been doing lots of reading on gelcoat n it looks really difficult to match n apply so i would like to apply bottom paint the hull n maybe apply interlock 2000e before painting? Im not really sure what grid sandpaper i should used to remove the gelcoat pretty much i need to know all the prep...
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    How many mfg gypsy star are ou there

    I have a 1977 16' gypsy star im curious how many are out there
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    Gelcoat repair possibly fiber glass..help

    The bottom of the hull is pretty bad mostlikely it happen when loading the boat on the trailer over the years i think the red showing on the pic could be fiberglass im not sure my father is car body man so i have his help and tools to fix the hull but im not sure what to buy or how to get...
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    Any one know a link about how to paint a fiber glass hull

    Re: Any one know a link about how to paint a fiber glass hull here are some better pics it doesnt look as bad cause i wax it when the boat got winterized
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    how to replaced the rpm gauge????

    last summer my alternator wasnt charging my batterrie n we broke down in the lake so i call a buddy n he came with a jump box well while my friend on board with me hook up the battery box the wrong way possitive to negative n negative to possite my rpm gauge started to smoke since them it hasnt...
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    Any one know a link about how to paint a fiber glass hull

    Re: Any one know a link about paint a fiber glass hull Re: Any one know a link about paint a fiber glass hull shes a 1977 still has factory colors is almost like a cream color with a maroon water line ive used different brands of wax since i got her 4 years ago n last year i bought a product...
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    Any one know a link about how to paint a fiber glass hull

    Re: Any one know a link about how paint a fiber glass hull Re: Any one know a link about how paint a fiber glass hull shes a 1977 n is still has factory colors with they are cream color with maroon water line ive try using different types of wax i also used i product call wipe new it work...
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    Any one know a link about how to paint a fiber glass hull

    I have a 16foot gypsy star fiber glass hull i would like to paint this summer since i have oxydation on the paint showing i try to use a few different products to take the problem away but no luck. I have no knowlege about painting or gel coat all i know is i will have lots of sanding to do any...
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    Dont think my boat got winterized properly??????

    i just brought the boat home from my mecanic/outdoor storage who i had winterized my boat in september i decided to pick the boat up early this year n star doing little projects since i have a heated garage im planning on replacing the carpet cd player n speakers n a few other things but i...
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    upgrades for 1977 omc 120 engine chevy block???

    Any ideas? just wondering thanks
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    Capacity plate missing where can i find the proper info to have a new 1 made????

    mfg 1977 gypsy star 120hp omc ive done alots of research online n my owner manual n havent had any luck finding any info on the capacity plate for my boat so i can have 1 made thank you for your help...
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    Capacity plate missing???? need to find a new 1

    i own a mfg 1977 gypsy star with 120hp omc 4 cl and the capacity plate is missing from the transon n or by the shifter n i was told any boat after 1972 should have 1 at least in ohio so i would appreciate your help i try the owner manual n have done research online havent had any luck this...
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