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    Trim tab manual settings?

    I have a Fleetline Saphire 5 meter and it has trim tabs but missing the hydraulic pistons. I was just going to put two adjustable shackles on them and then lock them in position. My question is this. Is there an ideal positioning for fixed trim tabs? Thanks for any help on this. :)
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    Mercury 20hp 1974ish?

    Hi all. I got tired waiting on my water pump for my 70 Chrysler to get here so got curious and bout another boat with a 20hp Mercury on it and the owner says it is about the same age as the boat 1974. I pick up the machine on Saturday and was wondering if any of the knowledgeable members here...
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    Chrysler 70 hp - What a beauty.

    Re: Chrysler 70 hp - What a beauty. Thanks, great help. I will get a photo of the cowl pan area by the carbs. I have another pic of the impeller and it looks like a key may be holding the impeller in place. Do I just force it off? . It looks like iboats don't ship to New Zealand. Master Tech...
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    Chrysler 70 hp - What a beauty.

    Re: Chrysler 70 hp - What a beauty. Firstly I appreciate everyone's response. I have little patience but probably because I am on the last stretch so to speak...Over 50... So since I wrote the post I have taken the bottom off. and I did find the other bolt, I have loosened the 4 bolts that...
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    Chrysler 70 hp - What a beauty.

    Hi all, I just joined today and like what I have read. Many many experts here so I know I am at the right place. I purchased a 4.5 meter fibreglass run a round a couple of weeks ago and am trying to get her sea worthy. Now to my issue. The 20 hp outboard is an oldie but with just 3 new plugs...
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