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Chris1956 replied to the thread Should I change prop pitch/ go to stainless..

Here is prop slip calculator. It may help. https://www.mercuryracing.com/propellers-overview/prop-slip-calculator.html

Yesterday at 2:32 PM
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Chris1956 posted the thread Anyone still running a Berkeley Jet? in Non-Repair I/O and Inboards.

I saw a couple of videos discussing repair/refurbish of the subject jet units. It looks like parts are available. The old Olds engines...

Yesterday at 2:31 PM
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Should I change prop pitch/ go to stainless..

Do you have a 2::1 gear ratio on that engine?

Yesterday at 10:44 AM
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Should I change prop pitch/ go to stainless..

Have you checked the accuracy of the tach or speedo? It would be hard to get to 50MPH on a 19" pitch prop @ 5KRPM, I would think. If...

Yesterday at 10:10 AM
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Mercury thunderbolt 500.

Gee, I always thought the 850s like the '73 I had ran well, were easy to tune, mount and had good power for the weight. The insulation...

Saturday at 4:47 PM
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 4 all y'all still shovelin snow.

I think we have seen the last of the freezing weather here in NJ. I have the bottom and topside paint, so I am ready to fit-out the boats

Friday at 5:05 AM
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Family of 5, 19ft or 21ft?.

Airshot, The Pinto issue was a big story in the early 80's. To be fair the Pinto's gas tank was in the same place and was the same...

Thursday at 7:48 AM
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Compression.

I think 120 git is too course. If you do try to true up the head, use brand new crocus cloth glued to the plate glass. Sand as...

Mar 17, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread anchor line.

My anchor locker easily holds the line and anchor, as it is pretty deep.

Mar 17, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Mercury Tempest, Turning Point Mach 3 or Michigan Wheel Apollo?.

right now I am leaning Apollo in 21P. She would swing a 23P, but I rarely go that fast, so I am opting for the extra juice off the...

Mar 16, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread anchor line.

Gee, about 6 years ago i bought 300' of 1/2 three strand nylon anchor line off the 'net for $40. It is much stronger and longer than...

Mar 16, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread wall carpet replacement.

A fan might be in order next time

Mar 16, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread How to disconnect temperature sensor?.

The last knife connector I saw was on my Fat-Fifty and early 60's Big Twin. How long did they use those?

Mar 15, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Family of 5, 19ft or 21ft?.

Gee liability is a major concern for all manufacturers. Remember when Ford Explorers had those series of fatal rollovers during a...

Mar 15, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread DeWalt corded drill DW106 Type-2 keyless chuck, bits slipping out?.

those battery powered drills are real convenient. unfortunately, when the battery fails, it drives me nuts. after tossing some of...

Mar 15, 2026

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