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    Gimbal bearing install fail?

    Its upsetting and aggravating. But.... get a new bearing and install it properly. Theyre not too expensive. Consider t a lesson learned. You wont make the same mistake again. If the old one comes out unharmed (doubtful), youll have a spare
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    Any Transom experts here. I have a Transom Rebuilding Question.

    I would remove them, drill a fresh hole straight through, glue and drive a hardwood dowel through, flush cut, then seal. This will fill in all voids and not have the chance of hitting a screw head when screwing in any accessory
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    Is this trailer repairable?

    First crossmember is also rotted. Most likely its the entire structure but hasnt come all the way through yet in other areas
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    My next table project

    Make a sled for the planer. Place board cup side up. Level and shim all edges to make it solid, then run through planer (thin passes). Once that side is flat you can run the other side through normally
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    My next table project

    This is cherry on quarter sawn oak. Its a nice subtle contrast, not drastic
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    Building a tackle drawer unit

    If you dig into the manufacturers website, they have full schematics and drawings with dimensions (if you want to see how theyre built)
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    Building a tackle drawer unit

    HD or Lowes around here
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    Building a tackle drawer unit

    Buying one would be best if you plan on using the same materials as they do. Make a material list and price it out. Starboard 4x8x3/4' sheet is well over $500 last time I looked. Plus stainless drawer slides, etc. If you decide to build it yoursel, common woodworking tools and knowledge are needed
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    Building a tackle drawer unit

    I made these doors and frames with PVC sheet goods from the big box store. I also enclosed the gunnels that you see open in the picture with the same material. I went with stainless piano hinges and the same latch that you're showing , but in white. Fairly cheap and clean up well. The only...
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    Easiest Conversion

    Jeez. Honestly, rebuild the 3.7 and call it a day
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    Removal of Flex Seal coating from hull?

    Interesting.... very counter intuitive
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    Moving outdrive with engine off?

    My Alpha 1 gen 1 moves side to side fairly easily, always has. I've had the boat 20 years...
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    Removal of Flex Seal coating from hull?

    Maybe try peeling it off while applying a "little" heat with a heat gun. Worth a shot before chemicals
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    Looking for Glastron parts

    Glass shop isn cheap either. I dropped a bit over $500 for one flat panel on my Chris Craft. But they came to the house and got it done while I was at work. Hugely convenient!
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    Boat firing then dies

    Theres a small diameter "clear hose" that runs from the fuel pump to the carb. Make sure theres no fuel in it. If there is, the diaphram is ruptured, and fuel is running past it. If not, check the filter in the fuel pump, in the carb inlet, water separator (if theres one). Pickup in the tank...
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    Making a pressure tester for Mercruiser outdrive

    Amazon has Schrader valve /hose barb fittings pretty cheap. Not sure on your hose size
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    Making a pressure tester for Mercruiser outdrive

    Thats why I use my cooling system pressure tester. I already have it, so I just swap the hose and fitting when I want to attach it to the drive. The hand pump and gauge works perfectly for the job.
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    Making a pressure tester for Mercruiser outdrive

    I used a cooling system pressure test kit and adapted the hose to the drive with a fitting. Pump up to pressure, and let her sit overnight. Very easy
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    My 84 4winns horizon 195 project.

    Wow! Hack off tht platform and its an 18' boat for $90k! Grady or Parker are my wish list used or new. But they also carry big price tag new or used. The ole Chris Craft is just gonna have to keep running for now! I instaled a Minn Kota Riptide this year, so that should improve fishability!
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    My 84 4winns horizon 195 project.

    I bought my 1st and only brand new boat in 1999 at the Newport Boat Show. It was a 1999 Four Winns 258 Vista, fully loaded and the biggest Vp Duo Prop offered. The boat was beautiful for $39K. I couldnt even imagine the cost now. Its completely unaffordable
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