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  1. emoney

    Just closed the deal! Hooray for me!

    Ok, first things first: there will be no pictures until 14 months of crud is removed from her, so quit asking...:p Just finalized my deal on a new-to-me Newport 27-S weekender and I though I'd share. Got a great deal from a super sweet older gentleman who's health isn't allowing him to even...
  2. emoney

    Anybody with experience with Universal 20hp Diesel?

    Looking to replace me long/lost sailboat with a Newport '27 (C&C) and she has a Universal diesel, 20hp as her iron jib. I know nothing about Universal nor diesel for that matter, but I"d assume a 20hp on a 27'-er is plenty. If there is anyone that has experience, what should I look for when...
  3. emoney

    Should I be feeling guilty for not being "out"?

    On the boat...out on the boat. (I'll clear that up before rumors get started).:redface: It's soooooo hot, or at least it's been stinkin' hot for the past 3 weeks and I don't feel like doing absolutely anything. My boat is just sitting there, wondering what the heck is going on and why we...
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    Ok, there's no more doubt.....I'm officially getting old

    How did I prove it to myself finally, you ask? Because the "New Release" this weekend at the movie theater is a flick titled, "Super 8" that's about a town, evidently, that has a close encounter type thing with an alien creature. All of that sounds innocent enough, however, the fact that it's...
  5. emoney

    Any tips for freeing a steering cable?

    So the little jet boat I picked up ('96 SugarSand Mirage SS) came with steering issues. The boat sat in the saltwater for 6 months and the cable has seized. I've just received a new helm (previous owner thought it needed strength to free the "steering wheel") and now I'm down to a stuck cable...
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    Anybody got a great (read easy)tip for removing steering wheel?

    It's a Teleflex setup, JBS to be specific (jet boat) and I don't have a steering wheel puller, and quite honestly don't want to buy one for this one job. I suppose I can attempt to either borrow or rent one from a local shop, but I thought maybe someone had a helpful and handy tip for getting...
  7. emoney

    I don't know who's idea it was.....

    ....that I had to work for a living, but this just ain't working out. I'm pretty sure, somewhere along the line at least, someone switched babies when I was born because I'm convinced that this; Is what I was meant to do on a "full-time-basis". I mean, come on, EVERY day, at least 5 out of 7...
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    Where to check for leaks on Tilt/Trim unit -140 Evinrude Crossflow

    1979 'Rude 140 Crossflow. I just noticed while looking up at the boat from the dock (she's on the lift) that there's some pinkish fluid, looks a lot like transmission fluid, collecting on the cavitation plate. So, my assumption is my tilt/trim unit is leaking. I've got the manual, but man that...
  9. emoney

    Who's the best on-the-water "Towing Insurance" company?

    I didn't make a "poll" because I don't know anything about it, so enlighten me please. I've looked at the "BoatUS Towing" and the "SeaTow" websites. Seatow is a little more expensive, but they both operate out of my area. Which one is better and are there other options? Watched a neighbor...
  10. emoney

    Mercruiser Sport Jet 120 question.....

    .....so I just posted this in the PWC/etc. thread, but realized there's only a few people viewing that so I'm asking all you Merc guys (even though this is more Force than Merc I guess). Wanna go to the parts store. 1996 Mercruiser 120 Sport Jet : which plugs, Champion or NGK? I've ordered...
  11. emoney

    It's probably been asked before, but I didn't see it. Spark plug brand/Sport Jet

    ....so, forgive me if I've overlooked it. 1996 Mercruiser SportJet 120 is the subject motor. Which spark plugs to buy: Champion QL77JC4 or NGK B7HS10 I understand the gap is to be .040, sound right? Thanks oodles, btw.
  12. emoney

    Teach me about my jet boat, please.

    So I recently traded for a '96 Sugar Sand Mirage SS with the Merc 120 Jet in it. I know nothing about these boats and I've got an issue I need to handle. You'll see a thread I recently started about "barnacle removal" and that's led me to think long and hard about dropping the "plate" on the...
  13. emoney

    Let's Talk Barnacle Removal.......

    Well, actually, the title should've read, "How about you guys giving me suggestions for barnacle removal?". That would've been more appropriate. The short version of the story is this; I picked up a jet boat in trade the other day that had spent a few months in Tampa Bay and if you know...
  14. emoney

    Question about using a "lift"

    Ok, so this is my first house with a lift and the first time putting a boat on the same. Would someone with experience take a look at these pics and make sure it looks like it's on there correctly; I've got a pretty "stern heavy" boat and thought it made more sense to push the bow further out...
  15. emoney

    Steering Question-Sugarsand Jetboat

    So, I'm trading my little sailboat for this Sugarsand Jet boat. It's a '96 and in pretty good shape. Mercruiser 120hp sounds good, and overall a 8 out of 10. Anyway, the problem is there's no steering because something's broke. I haven't attempted to figure out what, because I'd like someone...
  16. emoney

    Uh-Oh!?!? I'm still here.....

    <gulp> anybody "not" here?:redface:
  17. emoney

    It's too dark for pics, but a value still the same.......

    So, I have one of those "Love/Hate" relationships with WalMart. They've made it to where you practically have no choice but to do business with them. But, I give credit when credit is due. I recently ordered one of there back-to-back loungers like this one...
  18. emoney

    Charging Dual Batteries Question

    Ok, so this is my first boat with dual batteries, hooked up via an a/b switch. The question is pretty straightforward so please forgive the ignorance. But, with the 1/2/Both switch, am I still charging each battery individually? Also, is there a risk of problem with using a "top off" charger...
  19. emoney

    I think I'm getting smarter....

    That's right, you heard me; I'm definitely getting smarter. After 25 years of wedded bliss, I may finally be gaining a small amount of ground in this relationship. Case in point: Recently picked up another boat (who can have just one, right?) and the Admiral immediately raised an eyebrow...
  20. emoney

    Why is it always.......

    when you really "need" to take your boat out, the 'Admiral' has already made plans for you to do "family stuff"? I'm starting to think she looks over my shoulder, and when she sees me type, 'I'm going to put the boat in the water Saturday morning, and verify that I'm not overheating', she...
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