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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?

    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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