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    1979 Evinrude 140 Gas Line Size and run length OK?

    I installed a bow mount fuel tank and accidentally used a larger size fuel line. I used 3/8 inch fuel line which is not the same size as the 1/4 inch that came off the old tank. So, I have a run of 19 feet of 3/8 inch line running under the floor. Ummm, do I have an issue??? I hope not...
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild New hoses.
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild Will do. Finished the floor. Put the hoses on the tank. Mounted the bilge base. I think its time to cut holes in dash and start electrical. Killer rivets in the floor only problem is that they have steel mandrel. I didnt realize that would be an a...
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild Decided to redo the old foam with newer stuff. Got the bow tank placed and gas line routed inside 1 1/4 inch PVC. Looks pretty good but I used 2 galvanized straps to hold the PVC to the ribbing (see the pic). I'm changing that out with some homemade...
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    Help with motor cable organizing and protection

    Re: Help with motor cable organizing and protection Also, does anyone have a source for these?
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    Help with motor cable organizing and protection

    I am seeking your input on motor cable organizing and protection. I am looking at products that will act as a conduit between the motor and the splash well boot. I want protection and want to keep the 2 cycle mess out of the motor cables. What are these...
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    Need a source for 3 inch grommet (maybe its not called a grommet)?

    I can't find these anywhere. Can anyone help?
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild Pile-O-Parts
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild Rolled on a coat and finished the windshield/other parts. Set her out in the sun to cure.
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild More pics. Nice color.
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild Painted tonight. Used 220 paper to scuff up the existing paint and used Interlux Primocon for the bare metal. Rubbed everything down with acetone before painting. Looks pretty nice. I think the ducks will really like it. I'm going to order the bow...
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    Aluminum vs. Treated Plywood

    I just learned this from iboats and then found this... ...this is a aluminum plate that was in contact with treated plywood on my last boat. Not the greatest pics but if you have any doubt that aluminum plus treated wood = DUST check this out.
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    Shift/Throttle Cable Clip Connections

    Re: Shift/Throttle Cable Clip Connections Got a thread at: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=519508 I do beleive the part is P/N 0123140 Retainer Clip (#44 from the Evinrude shop site pic below)
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    Shift/Throttle Cable Clip Connections

    Re: Shift/Throttle Cable Clip Connections I am trying to find the clip that goes on the END of the throttle cable. The part that connects to the engine throttle arm. See the clip int he pic. WHERE DID YOU FIND THE CLIPS? AND HOW DOES YOURS CONNECT TO THE ENGINE AT THE THROTTLE ARM?
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    9.9 Evinrude Remote Throttle cable hook up to Motor

    Re: 9.9 Evinrude Remote Throttle cable hook up to Motor The pic is not my cable. Just a pic I found to illustrate what I need. I am missing the stainless clip that holds the end of the cable on the throttle. Is this the clip: P/N 0123140 Retainer Clip (#10 in the picture)...
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    9.9 Evinrude Remote Throttle cable hook up to Motor

    Got a TE10RELEN (remote 1992 Evinrude). I think my throttle cable is missing the clip that is shown here: All I have is the throttle cable attached to the peg where this pic shows a little clip being used. DOES ANYONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS? Do I have to buy the whole adapter kit #386660...
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Re: 1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild Note the pile of unused treated 5/8 cut for the floor. I'll have to find a non-aluminum home for that stuff (thanks for the help). The epoxy really covers up those voids in the plywood.
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    1979 18 ft Sylvan Skipper Rebuild

    Thanks to everyone who put in their $0.02 on the flooring material and resin coating issue (http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=517174). So, I thought I would try to contribute my project to the website and get some feedback along the way. 1. Boat is torn down and sanded ready for...
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    Evinrude 1979 140 Model 140943R - Need good tilt switch for motor housing

    I want to install a tilt switch on my motor so that I can control power tilt from the motor (and the remote control). Its a pain getting the transom saver installed without control of the tilt at the back of the boat. Any suggestions on a good switch?
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    Your Opinion on Nissan Outboards

    I am looking at a 8 horse 2005 4 stroke. I do not know much about Nissan as an outboard. Any opinions out there?
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