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  1. MotorMan101

    Hunting for bilge pump Thundercraft 1986

    Its a outboard, there is a recessed area where the motor connects to the transom and that has a drain plug, but its open so Its defiantly not in that(I don't see any old mounting points or holes either)... on either side of the recessed area is decking. The only hole I have found going under...
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    1986 Thundercraft manual?

    Looking for a owners manual or something with information on my 1986 Thundercraft it has a Johnson 110 also 1986. and I want to go over the whole boat before season starts and catch up on any maintenance that needs done...
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    Hunting for bilge pump Thundercraft 1986

    I can't figure out where my bilge pump is ...I tried turning it on but don't hear anything (probably dead pump) . I can't figure out if there is a way to lift up floor or how you see what's located under it...I see a hose coming up next to the gas tank fill that I think must be for the...
  4. MotorMan101

    $250 Boat in my possession!!

    Looks like you got a major project there....that motor looks old what year is it ...might be hard to find parts...But it it a Boat and to me that's always a win :-)
  5. MotorMan101

    Budget Wake Boarding Tow Options

    The boat is in really great shape as far as I can tell from looking it over ...we have a semi (4 month) short boating season do to weather. I have looked it over pretty good too although I grant I am new at this...What makes a good pylon or tower vs a bad one? I keep seeing posts on price...
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    Budget Wake Boarding Tow Options

    I have a 1986 Thunder craft that I just got to try out the world of boating and wake boarding. I am new therefor to both sports. The boat does not have any mounts on it currently and I am wondering do I need to put a tower on it for wakeboarding or what are your Ideas? I have $3000 into the...
  7. MotorMan101

    How do I start my 1986 Thundercraft

    OK Sweet! Thanks so much :-) I was wondering what that lever did :)
  8. MotorMan101

    How do I start my 1986 Thundercraft

    I just got a 1986 thunder craft with a 110 Johnson engine of the same year. I just don't really know how to start it correctly...It has a throttle lever. Under it though is a white lever that I don't know what it does... I know your supposed to hold key in 3 seconds before starting but not...
  9. MotorMan101

    Chrysler Sea King 9.2hp Water Pump info

    You are right, The one I found turns out to have a slightly larger hole. I think you copied wrong number though its F429065-2 on the site. https://a1655.americommerce.com/store/shopcart.aspx?x=54&y=25
  10. MotorMan101

    Chrysler Sea King 9.2hp Water Pump info

    Think I found it Mercury Chrysler Force Sears Gamefisher outboard motors OEM P/N 47-F436065-2, 47-F436065-1, 47-F436065. Sierra Marine 18-8903, Mallory Marine 9-45004, CEF 500334. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4GWQNL1?tag=picclick0f-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1
  11. MotorMan101

    Chrysler Sea King 9.2hp Water Pump info

    I have a old Chrysler sea king which has a bad water pump impeller does anyone know the part number for it or a compatible part? Its 56MM across 15mm thick and on a 12mm shaft.
  12. MotorMan101

    Need Points information for Sea King 9.2hp

    You are a genius that exactly what it was!!! I got it running first try after I swapped them :-) Thank You :-) Looks like I still have to fix the water pump though as it doesn't seam to be working, but I am so happy.
  13. MotorMan101

    1987 Four Winns Boat 16ft inboard would you Buy?

    This is the one I am looking at currently.
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    What depth is safe for a stern drive 16ft to 18ft boat?

    I am new to boating and live by a river that has a depth of 4 to 7ft. I am looking for a boat and in my area stern drives are main thing in my budget but how deep do they need and what precautions would you take running one on a river?
  15. MotorMan101

    1987 Four Winns Boat 16ft inboard would you Buy?

    Thanks, for all the responses! The boats hull looks great and in my area summer is short so I am guessing low hours. It seams from what I see here the main thing I need to look into is the engine and drive?
  16. MotorMan101

    Need Points information for Sea King 9.2hp

    I have a old Chrysler sea king 9.2hp outboard that does not seem to be sparking at correct time. The points were burnt and not working when I got the motor. I might have slightly over sanded the points trying to clean them up and through the timing off. The plugs now spark. The problem is...
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    1987 Four Winns Boat 16ft inboard would you Buy?

    I am on a pretty low budget of $3000 and came across a 1987 Four Winns bow rider for $2500 running and that was winterized. It has a 3.0L Mercuiser motor. Would this be a good buy? I am new to boats like this and only have experience with a small john boat.
  18. MotorMan101

    V-Hull Vs Flat bottom Speed

    I have a 14ft flat bottom with a 4hp Johnson on it and am getting about 7mph with it going up river and 9mph down on a good day using my gps. How fast do your think I could go if I swap to a 12 or 14ft v hull?
  19. MotorMan101

    Sea King 9.2hp Motor will not start

    I have a old 9.2hp sea king motor that just will not start. The motor has a new fuel pump diaphragm and spark. The motor however seams like it is not getting any fuel and will not pop at all a when I turn it over. I can get it to back fire once in a while if I spray starter fluid in the carb...
  20. MotorMan101

    Has anyone built a boat with Marine Plywood

    Wow, regular plywood lasted 29 years that's really cool!! I don't know if I will go with it still, but it does open up a cheaper option to just try building if I want and not spend as much...
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