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  1. chrishayes

    drain tubes, plasic or brass?

    I have been researching drain tubes for my resto and cant figure which way to go. Need some suggestions or thoughts from those who have used either or both. My boat had the plastic ones that are two piece, one long end with male threads and a female "cap". Now they look like CRAP and are far...
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    The 4th has come and gone...who made it?

    Well, I read a lot of threads that have July 4th as their deadlines and while I was sweating in mine in the garage I was thinking of all you guys and whether you made it or not? Lets here the tale!
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    epoxy/transom bonding question

    Guys, I finally got to fiberglass this weekend! It was MUCH better than grinding. I feel I did an excellent job on it too. 8 yards of 1708 and 15' of 8oz cloth tape and No air bubbles whatsoever. I will post an update in my thread soon. ANyhow, on to my question, I have built the transom out...
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    transom gap question

    When redoing a transom do you want to leave a gap al the way around the new plywood? I was planning to bed in cabosil thickened epoxy but I dont know if this is neccasary on the sides as well. What thickness of a gap do you want on the bottom and if needed, on the sides? I believe that I would...
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    transom layer question

    Guys, I have a 1 1/2" thick transom that is being replaced. Here is my question, is it better(stronger) in anyway to use 3 sheets of 1/2" rather than 2 sheets of 3/4"? I have the 1/2 alrady dried but it would not be the end of the world to go with 3/4". What are your thoughts?
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    belly tank/stringer conflict

    guys, I have a question. http://www.iboats.com/mall/image/vie...436_2.jpgwould like to add a below deck fuel tank like this... but I have a full length center stringer. Is it possible to make bulkheads fore and aft of the tank and carry the center stringer towards the bow from there? Will this...
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    1973 wellcraft 165 sport airslot project w/ pics

    I would like to preface this thread with a warning about epoxy resin. After 5 months of working with it I have developed a sensitivity to it. THIS IS EXTREMELY COMMON, MOST WILL DEVELOP IT. Please protect yourself from it while using it so that you are able to use and enjoy such a great product...
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    piston scoring, pics included! What to do?

    This is a 74 merc 1500 o/b serial number 3753595. Well, after rebuilding everything on the motor I was putting everything back together and decided that while I was at it I would go ahead and replace the exhaust cover gaskets just to be thorough. THis is what I found! Now this motor ran, had...
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    fuel line size between carbs? 1500

    Does anyone know the size of the fuel lines for this motor? I need to replace them and I will be going to the store after work and I forgot the ones that I took off at home. I would really like to not have to go home to get them. TIA.
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    temp sensor and gauge for 74 1500?

    Does anyone know which sensor and gauge I will need for this motor? I beleive that it would hook up to the capped fitting at the top of the water jacket, looks to be a 3/8" fitting. TIA.
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    thoughts on radio shack rectifiers?

    You guys have any thought on these? I was planning to use one on my 74 1500 due to the fact that mine didnt come with one. I have replaced the stator so I actually have the two leads now...the one on the motor originally had the wires corroded and not reusable. I will be doing this tonight if...
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    help with glass and resin quantities?

    I am about to order all my supplies for my floor redo. I went and bought two sheets of 1/2" ACX ply last night and have the heater blowing on it. I have ripped the deck off, removed the motor and ordered all the replacement parts for it. Then this weekend I will be starting on removing the cap...
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    73 Wellcraft 165 w/74 150hp merc o/b. Too much?

    I have seen a few people say that someones motor is too much for their boat. How about mine? I got it this way.
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    which tach for thunderbolt ignition?

    I have a 1974 1500 and the maual says to only use a tack that is stated to work with the thunderbolt ign system. What type tach should I look for? Will any other types work?
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    side bowl carb rebuild kit contents?

    I am ordering a carb rebuild kit from oldmercs.com and am wondering if anyone knows if it contains the spring on top of the float? I have the white plastic floats in the carbs now and I think they are fine? Should you replace them when rebuilding carbs? The top carb leaks fuel while running.
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    Marine ply question

    I have the ability to get marine grade ply for 50 dollars a sheet. it is 2x as expensive as cdx. is it worth it? In the end I would think it would be cheaper due to not needing as much resin and glass to waterproof, right? I have also heard that when using it, it isnt necesarry to coat the...
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    replacing head gasket, any others while im at it?

    I am replacing the head gasket on my 74 1500 and am wondering if I should replace any others while I am at it? Is there a weak area that tends to wear out that should be dealt with preimptively? This motor has run hot I assume due to the impellar being fried and the head gasket on #1 cylinder...
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    1974 merc 1500 cooling system

    I am obviously going through this engine and trying to find as much info as possible. Laddies has been a great help. I looking at the cooling system now and wondering if everything is in the right place. First, is there a thermostat on this motor? There is a hose coming from the cover of the...
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    one cylinder low comp out of 6, now what?

    I did a compression test last night on my 74 merc 1500 OB and here is what I got... #1 91psi #2 119psi #3 120psi #4 120psi #5 122psi #6 120 psi Now what? the #1 cyl is not within 10% of the rest...shame, what a shame. I have this sinking feeling. I have done all this research on how to get...
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    trim/tilt hydraulic line replacement

    I have a 74 merc 1500 with what looks like factory tilt/trim. There are two cylinders with a large and small hose each. Two of the four have cracks in them and need replaced. Anyone know where I can find these?
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