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    Metal Shavings

    I shift correctly. I appreciate the advise though. Any thoughts on my original question?
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    Metal Shavings

    To be fair, I don't let it sit in the in between "engaging" part. I guess I am just saying I don't slam it into gear.
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    Metal Shavings

    I change it every year (once a year). I go out about 5-15 times a year depending.....
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    Metal Shavings

    I ease it in, but...I can feel it sort of clunk into gear if that makes sense? Been doing that for some years now. Is it something that I can maybe get a few more years out of? Or, would you advise selling now while it's still running? Like I said, I don't want to put any money into it. I...
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    Metal Shavings

    Hi all, I know there are a lot of threads out there on this, but....I'm still not sure what course of action to take. My boat is a: 1974 Sterncraft Outboard Mercury "Tower of Power" 115 I have noticed metal shavings on the oil plug for at least 5 years or so. I've honestly never really...
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    Lost gas cap

    Hello, So, I was an idiot and left my gas cap on the back of the boat after putting in my 2 cycle. So...it's gone. Is there a trick to knowing what size I need without having to take the boat into a shop? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks! Corey
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    High RPMs in Neutral

    Hi all, I just put in a new shift cable and reattached the throttle cable. The new shift cable fixed my reverse issue (yay!). However, when I start the engine the RPMs are VERY high sounding. Plus, the prop is spinning quicker than normal like it's in gear (not just barely spinning). I...
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    Grounding tank

    Hi. I just installed a Moeller Marine below deck permanent tank. Here is the link: Moeller Marine Below Deck Permanent Fuel Tank (12-Gallon, 20" x 14" x 11.75") https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MTI128/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_i_dkn-AbBGGJKRR my question is....do I need to ground the tank since it’s...
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    Specs on Part number 10-37941 (screw)

    Hi, I need a couple of screws for my mercontrol box.(1974). The part number is 10-37941. However, I would like to know the specs on this screw. I think it's 1/4-28 and 1.75 inches long. I can't seem to find the details on it anywhere though. Various pages just show the screw...and not the...
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    Fuel line

    Hey all. I just bought: Moeller Marine Below Deck Permanent Fuel Tank (12-Gallon, 20" x 14" x 11.75") I need the big fuel hose that goes to where the gas is poured in (filler hose?), a fuel line to connect over to the engine, and the vent line. I need about 2 feet of each. Are these a...
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    Gas tank

    Hi all, I recently had an issue where gas leaked all over my boat while sitting in my garage last fall. It turns out my metal (steel?) gas tank developed some sort of leak.I was wondering if you could give me some recommendations on what type of tank I should look to buy? My boat is a...
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    Wrapping vinyl around inside cutout

    Hi, Can anyone tell me if there are any good videos or pictures of how to wrap vinyl around a cut out? I am wrapping vinyl around the inside sides of my boat. In the middle, I have a rectangular cut out. I'm just curious what's the best technique for doing this? Thanks! Corey
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    Upholstery - how close to edge should I put foam

    Hi all, I haven't posted on here for years (since I first got my boat). The tips on here were invaluable to me. Among them, were how to do some simple upholstery on my boat seats and backs (bow). However, since it has been such a long time....I need a refresher on something. I am going to...
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    no reverse - adjusting shift cable

    Hi all, I have a 1974 Sterncraft (tri hull). It is an 1150 mercury outboard motor, inline 6 cyl, 115 HP. I have multiple things I'm trying to figure out before getting it out on the water this year, but the first one I'm concentrating on is getting reverse to work. 1. If I shift it into...
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    reupholster curved part of open bow

    Hi, I'm trying to hustle and get my boat ready for summer and have ran into two problems while reupholstering. I have a trihull open bow. The front part of the open bow is slightly curved. I already cut 1/2 plywood based on others' advice. However, because it's curved the plywood won't...
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