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    how cold for the cold start button?

    ive had a problem starting a 1991 100hp motor these last two weekends. the problem only happens the first morning off of the trailer. temps in the low 50s. the motor usually starts like a champ. these last two weekends are the first time i didnt want to start. what the motor would do was turn...
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    what a REWARD for the work! (pics/video)

    <br /><br /> http://www.shareaproject.com/pages/projectTut,p,63,00.html <br />here is the project from the beginning. didnt take any pics since its been done. been using it too much now its way too dirty to take pictures of. it has been worth every penny (1000 for boat and 2500 rebuild. i only...
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    my panoramic pictures (need input)

    i have tried to get a picture at every place i visit in the mtns. these pictures are some of my favorite i have taken. i have wondered about starting to try to sell these some how. how would a non-professional go into business for himself? please tell me input on running a business and what you...
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    Even stumped my mechanic (update)

    motor: 1991 100 hp 2+2<br />problems: 1) i have to disconnect the fuel line to get from 4100 rpms to 4800 rpms at wot.<br /> 2) 4th spark plug wont get dirty.<br />compression: 1-105 2-105 3-100 4-100<br />jets: 052 (i live at 6000 ft elev)<br /><br />this weekend i have tried to get...
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    Cant keep disconnecting the fuel

    its a 91 100 hp. been trying to get it above 4100 rpms. last time i went out it ran great right before it ran out of gas. so last night i has someone drive while i went back and started disconnecting the fuel line. about 1/2 second after fuel line is disconnected it raors up to 4800 rpms. i only...
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    Project on the WATER! (video)

    good news - all that i built works good<br />bad news - cant get motor to run good until 10 sec before runs out of gas.<br /><br />this was the second time taking the boat out. video is from my phone. at the end i have to stop the video to slow down over some other boats wake. it is running at...
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    91 100hp runs great 10 sec before runs out of gas

    just got the project boat back on the water! it ran perfect before i took it off the boat. problem is that at idle, motor shakes about every 5 to 10 sec. then cant get it above 4000 rpm or 30 mph (prob blow out at 4100). until last night i was running low on gas to see how low new tank setup...
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    2240 LB (Boat and Trailer)?

    I have been rebuilding a 1991 searay 160 with a 100hp merc and the same year shorelander trailer. Before i took it to the lake (for the first time) i had no cushions with only the two capt seats in, and the fuel tank was empty. I went to a feed store with a scale and got the weight of the boat...
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    91 100hp clicking in neutral

    its a 1991 100 hp. i hooked up all the cables last night and fired it up. its fine when i go from forward to neutral. the problem is when i go from reverse to neutral i hear grinding coming from the lower unit (it slows down but doesnt quit grinding). there is a black nob that i can adjust the...
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    She stole my fish!

    I got this in an e-mail, thought I had to share. I have always known a child doesnt see color, but we all know that all people are born with the idea of "THATS MY FISH".<br /><br />
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    Progress!! (new pics)

    I was stuck trying to figure out the dash pieces and foot rest for a long time. the window never really lined up from the beginning, but i tried every way i could to line it up. ended up gettting it within 1/2" from from perfect.<br />then there were the bow seats. im running out of the 6 sheets...
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    fuel vent 5/8" on tank, 1/2" on boat

    I just realized this last night. (my project is starting to see a light at the end!)I bought 11ft of 5/8" vent hose to go on the tank (because that is what fits it) and tried to put in on. then i find out the vent on the side of my boat has 1/2".<br />The only thing i can think of is a reducer...
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    smoking trout

    went fishing with dad this last weekend.<br />this is what i did:<br />soaked in (called brine) atleast overnight<br />1lb brown sugar and 4 cups salt over night in a cooler filled 3/4 with brine and fish then fill the rest with ice.<br />added water and wine or beer below the fish in small...
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    smokin the catch

    went fishing with dad this weekend. now time to taste the success!!<br /> <br /><br />
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    tank in, floor down and top on (new pics)

    it wasnt very easy to put the top on, forgot how awkward and heavy it was. there is small 1/4" gap in front driver side for about 6 rivits worth. it shouldnt be a problem once i can walk in there. 5 to 7 days for 3m 5200 that i put ontop of the stringers and before the screws went in. it is nice...
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    progress!! new pics

    finished epoxy on seats, installed gas tank brackets, designed water tight floor, and removeable seats. finally added some paint! next step is installing the tank, and putting the floor on!<br /><br /> http://www.shareaproject.com/pages/projectThumbs,p,63,00.html
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    Do's and Dont's for permanent plastic tanks

    The question about the aluminum tanks has got me wondering if im thinking of doing this right.<br />My first tank was aluminum, and there was a wire that went from the metal filler to a tab onto the tank. That connection went to the negative side of the battery.<br />New plastic tank - Planned...
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    tempo 23 gal tank (not flat)

    well, yesterday i recieved my tank. as i took it out of the box i realized that it doesnt lay flat. the dimension are 47l x 18w x 7.25d. the wobble is about half an inch and i think it comes from a couple boubles on the bottom. is this supposed to be this way. i even tried weight to see if i...
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    new pics on project

    since my IP wont let me change my old website i added one to share a projects web site.<br /><br /> http://www.shareaproject.com/pages/projectThumbs,p,63,00.html
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    paint (bilge, ski locker, gas tank, under floor, top floor)

    well i am finally to the time of my project where painting after epoxy/fiberglass areas are getting ready to be covered up.<br />My question - is there a kind of paint that is not shinny, uv resistant, and chimicle resistant. to paint all parts except top of floor?<br />top of floor - going to...
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