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    Back to Back seats for my '77 SS.

    I've been looking at back to back seats for my SS. I've noticed that the bases seem to be either 8'' or 10''. Any opinions as to which will work better for me is appreciated. Thanks guys.
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    Coast Guard Capacity Plate

    Re: Coast Guard Capacity Plate Mine's a 1977 18 ss.
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    Splash - 18' SuperSport with 4 Stroke 115!

    Finally got the SS 18 wet yesterday. Thought the weather was going to stop us. It was actually raining when we left the house. It cleared up and the water was glass. Boat performed well. No leaks. Handled the DF115 with no problem. Motor performed well. Got her to 40 mph at 6k rpm with...
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    Installing windshield on the SS

    Thought I may as well install half the windshield for my upcoming sea-trial for my SS. It's currently a single console, until I do the restore, but I have all the glass. It was obvious where and how to attach the support on the gunnel, holes lined up. The vertical support which attaches to...
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    Prepping for Splash! 1977 Super Sport, 18' with Suzuki DF115

    It's been a long time coming, 1-1/2 years since I first dragged the hull home. If plans come together I'll splash her this Thursday. It took me a while to find my motor. I've got a 2001, 115hp Suzuki 4 stroke on her. Had to make a box to side mount the controls, I believe the motor came off...
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    Service Manuals?

    I have a 2001 Suzuki 115, 4 stroke. I'm trying to decide on a service manual. I've seen some paper Suzuki manuals available on ebay and places for $55-$85. I've seen some other after market manuals for less but I don't think that is the way I'll go. I've also been seeing some downloads and...
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    Rescued an old F7 from the scrapyard!

    I picked up an old F7 today. I took a load of scrap in today and they had this F7 sitting there. Don't know the year yet. Sent the SN to Alumacraft today. FYI its F7-29300. I snapped a few pics which I will upload as soon as I figure out how to do it again. It does have a hole in the...
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    Suzuki 115 4 stroke

    I'm searching for any useful information regarding a 2001 Suzuki 115 4 stroke. I'm considering purchasing one and am interested in any feedback concerning this engine. I read a thread similar to this from a few years back but not too many responses. Thought I'd try again. I'm mainly looking...
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    4 Stroke 115 for my 18' Starcraft SS now w/pic

    I found a 115 hp 4 stroke Suzuki in my price range. It's a 2001 which weighs aprox. 400 lbs. Do you think this is too heavy for my boat? My Starcraft is a '77 which is rated for a 150 hp. If I'm going to get it, it will have to be tomorrow morning. Any advice or input is appreciated.
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    Looking at a '95 Evinrude Spl.

    Description is a 95 Evinrude 115 spl. All new rings, bearings, gaskets, seals and waterpump. With controls and stainless prop. Firm on $1900. Willing to give a river test. Owner says he's a 22 year marine mechanic. What do you think about this motor and this deal? I'm looking to put it...
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    Motor shaft length for my SS?

    I got a '77 SS. 18 footer. I'm on a motor hunt. I'm fairly sure that I need a 20" shaft motor for my boat. I've measured according to advise in this forum and I think I got that right. While searching for my motor, every once and a while a 25" motor comes along that would be a good...
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    Bimini for my SS

    I have a '77 18' SS. I saw a good deal on CL for a bimini top which I will eventually need. I'm still hunting for a good motor. I realized that I don't know how to measure for the proper sized top for my boat. As far as width, do I need to measure outside edge to outside edge or center to...
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    Jet vs Prop

    Any thoughts on Jet propelled vs prop. I'm on a motor hunt, (115 range) and am considering all options. Pros, cons, opinions. Let me know what you think.
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    Powering an 18' Super Sport

    How well do you think a 115, 4 stroke will perform on my SS? I'm on a motor hunt and I want to do this once. I'm thinking this will be a good mix of power, efficiency and overall use-ability. Mines a '77 and is rated for a 150. Tell me about what you've got and how you like the way it...
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    Returning to salt water. Gear questions?

    I've been away from the coast for a number of years and have been fishing in fresh water rivers and ponds. I've recently moved back to the coast and am eager to rediscover salt water fishing. I'm not going out deep sea fishing, I'm staying in the creeks, rivers and the marsh. From time to...
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    Tee Nee? Tilt trailer rebuild

    I'm rebuilding an old trailer that came with my old 12 ft. Alumacraft model R. It looks very similar to some pics of original Alumacraft trailers that I have seen posted in the Alumacraft forum. I believe TEE NEE trailers was one of their suppliers. The tilt function of my trailer was not...
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    Stick steering question concerning '59 Model R

    I have a 12 ft. Model R. It is currently set up for tiller steering. It's kind of a long reach and I'd like to change that. I have little hope for finding a steering deck for this and I don't think I can afford to fabricate one. I'm thinking about stick steering. Has anyone seen this on an...
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    Grease seal size?

    What's the best way to determine the correct bearing/seal size? My hub measures 2 1/4'' OD. I'd like to have the new seal in hand when I inspect my bearings. It's an old ('73) Gator trailer with 480X12 wheels. Trailer is rated for 1440 lbs. Lots of different sizes. Hard to tell which is for...
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    Impeller for 75hp Starflite

    I'm trying to bring a 1964 Evinrude Starflite VI 75hp back to life. Model 75493D SN E02770. This is a Selectric shift. Can someone help me out with a part number for the impeller? I've got a parts and service manual on the way but it's not in my hands yet. Thanks.
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    1964 Starflite VI Selectric 75hp

    I picked up this old Evinrude a few days ago. Model 75493D, SN E02770. It's a good candidate to come back to life. The guy I got it from is looking for the Selectric push button control that goes with it. If he doesn't come through, what are the chances of finding another one? I understand...
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