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    Gutless Glastron (1974 Johnson 85 H.P )

    I seem to be having an issue with my boat which I bought at the end of last season, and at this point it is difficult to determine whether it is the boat or the motor causing the issue, so I will begin here. Here was the situation the last time on the lake: 16' fiberglass runabout, 750lb hull...
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    Raising a Johnson 85HP.

    I am looking to raise the motor one notch or two on my 1974 Glastron V-162 Futura. The anti-ventilation plate sits about even with the bottom of the hull, and there is a pretty significant (approx 3-4 ft high) spray when on plane. (Plus, from gathering some numbers from other threads on here, I...
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    Glastron V-162 Watersport Towing

    I have a 1974 Glastron V-162 Futura with an 85HP Johnson that I purchased at the end of last season, I am looking to get into some water sports this season. It mentioned in the factory catalogue for this boat that it came with 2 "ski eyes" I have included a picture to confirm what they are...
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    1974 Johnson 85 H.P Hard Starting

    Having some starting issues I was looking at addressing before getting onto the lake this year. I bought this boat at the end of the last season, and have found that it does not like to start at all. This is my first boat, and while I am not new to engines, I am certainly inexperienced with...
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