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    Re-powering a 79' mako 25t

    The big heavy 25 footer has a 1995 mariner 200 offshore on it, and its just not cutting it. I would like to re power it this coming summer. I have a few options and im not sure what one will be best. 1). Buy twin 150's- probably in the 00-04' range. 2). Buy 1 mercury opti max 250- not sure if it...
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    My new 79' mako 25 motor questions

    I just bought a 1979 mako 25 ft cc with a 1995 mariner 200 hung on the back. The boats rated for a max of 300hp. By today's standers its under powered. In the coming years i would like to put a new power plant on the back. I am debating between twins or a single. Right now i cant afford to go...
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    Rebuilding a Penn longbeach 60

    I just picked up a penn longbeach 60 for a rebuild. I've never really rebuilt a reel before and don't really know where to start. Its in rough shape but that's the fun of it right? I would really like to make it a nice old reel. So my question is what needs to be replaced right away? Some help...
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    What can my 6/0 penn senator handle?

    I was wondering if my 6/0 can handle yellowfin tuna?
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    1995 mariner 200 review

    looking to pick up a 1995 mariner 200. How are these motors suppose to be? Any major problems with them? Are they a good powerful motor? Some input would be great! thanks
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    23 ft sea craft porter hull re powering question

    The boat has a chevy 350 small block in it. Motors basically done, fried. I did have a mercruiser in my old boat and would like to put another one in this new boat. I the boat is a 1973. Never done a swap out before and I am sorta confused on what motor i have to buy to put in it! The outdrive...
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    Mercury 135 or 150?

    Re: Mercury 135 or 150? The boat is a 1972, thanks for all the help everyone, I am going to take the boat to my local shop and have him check it out. Now lets say the transom is bad, some foam needs to be replaced, is it worth it? Its in pretty good shape from the normal eye. Granted its old...
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    Mercury 135 or 150?

    Hi, I'm planning on repowering my boat, I am deciding between a 135 and 150. Is there a huge difference between the two? Its a 19 ft mako cc, I have a 90 Yamaha on it now and its underpowered, I believe its rated for a 135 but I think I can fit a 150 on it. Will I be disappointed if I go with...
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