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  1. j_k_bisson

    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 11-8-2011 Continued Update 11-8-2011 Continued Next I started into the block clean up. I was going to dip the block in a pail of Varsol, but could find my couple of jugs of Varsol. I did have the thought of using Gas I removed from the boat for dipping it. I will probably do it after I...
  2. j_k_bisson

    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 11-8-2011 Update 11-8-2011 Well got around to finally working on this project again. This was due to needing a specialty socket for removing the connecting rod bolts. I needed a 1/4" 12 point socket. Try finding one. The only place that was resonably priced was Sears. A whole $4.02 for...
  3. j_k_bisson

    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 11-6-2011 ... cont'd - 3 Update 11-6-2011 ... cont'd - 3 Well after I was done for the night, and after circling the project and cleaning up the place. I decided to tune this project a bit to get as much HP as I can out of this motor. It will not add much but it will help a bit. Say...
  4. j_k_bisson

    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 11-6-2011 ... cont'd Update 11-6-2011 ... cont'd Next I stated with splitting the block at the split line. I had to take off the intake covers that hold the reed assemblies in. Was hoping not to touch this section of the motor but there are main bolts under them that need to be...
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    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 11-6-2011 Update 11-6-2011 Really got into this last night. The work on the car went without problems so It left a ton of time for theis project. Here is how it went; Started with the exhaust cover removal. I always use a impact gun on any bolts that I think might break. This might be...
  6. j_k_bisson

    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 11-5-2011 Update 11-5-2011 Well have not be working on this project as I have been getting both my vehicles maintence done before the snow flies. I have been letting these things slide all summer inorder to go fishing. So nows the time to catch up! So last night after two oil changes...
  7. j_k_bisson

    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 10-30-2011 Update 10-30-2011 Didn't get much done last night, only remove the bottom housing adapter plate from the bottom of the block. Then mounted the motor to an engine stand. here is the pics of the finished product. It's on hold until the Atv is put back together. So it maybe...
  8. j_k_bisson

    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    Update 10-29-2011 Update 10-29-2011 Well forgot to take pick of a few of the steps to get the power head off. So I'll give a rough list of what comes off and how. First took off the rear lower shroud buy taking the 6 5/16" bolts that run vertailly along the split line on both sides of the...
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    1991 Force 120 HP rebuild project

    For those that followed my other two projects, this is one of this winters projects. I always get into a couple every winter due to having tons of time out in the garage after the kids go to bed and the wife is at work. The plan is to restore/rebuild this 1991 Force 120 hp fresh water motor...
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    Air cooled flange sealant questions

    I have been trying to seal up my kids 4 stroke air cool 1985 250cc suzuki 4 wheeler valve cover. It has developed an oil leak and I have tried using loctite 518 on it and it burns off and the leak gets worse. I believe this is because the locktite 518 is for liquid cooled motors and a lower...
  11. j_k_bisson

    1990 225 evinrude

    Re: 1990 225 evinrude Well here are the pics you asked for. These plugs are the same plugs I put in when I rebuild/reringed the motor. Never changed them after the break in process. Thes eplugs have a50 hours on them including 10 hours of breaking running XD-50 double mix or 50:1. They look...
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    Chieftain windshield question

    Re: Chieftain windshield question I hope you do get the tempered glass. As I do not think that the regular type of glass will sustain the contant impacts of the boat while traveling. Also top aluminum structure on these boats depends on the piece of Plexiglass for structure. I would stick with...
  13. j_k_bisson

    Mildew preventer for cabin......

    Looking for som advice from you guys that have your boats always in the water. You must get mildew build up due to having water in you bilages all the time. Spent 2 hours last night wiping everything down in the cabin of my Trophy. Even in the storage compartment wals and lids. Even cleaned the...
  14. j_k_bisson

    Side port/window seals

    I have a 1991 Bayliner Trophy walkaround 2002 model. Right now everytime it rains water comes in thru the window seal joint. I would like to replace the rubber o-ring like material in the windows. Anyone know where you can buy this stuff? Nothing special about it. Just mine is old and not...
  15. j_k_bisson

    What am I looking at here (1972 Chieftain)

    Re: What am I looking at here (1972 Chieftain) I got rid of mine due to the age hardening of the aluminum and the stress crack on the sides where the design flexs in rough water. Make sure you check the side bump outs in the stamped sides right above the riveted seams. Right st the back of the...
  16. j_k_bisson

    1900 225 rude

    Re: 1900 225 rude What? If you are talking this rubber grommet in the lower cowl on a 1990 Evinrude 225. Then you are correct on the power steering. The hoses did come out of that opening. They make a grommet for no hoses if you want to get rid of them. Its around $10. Go to any evinrude...
  17. j_k_bisson

    Lowrance LMF-200 Digital guage

    Looking at updating a few things on my boat, mainly the electronics and adding a guage. I am looking at lowrance as the supplier of the upgrades. Here is what I am thinking of going with.... Lowrance HDS5x Lowrance LMS-200 Digital Guage Lowrance fuel sending sensor Lowrance fuel flow sensor...
  18. j_k_bisson

    Ballast and how and what to use.

    Recently been running my boat everyday for a week, automotive shutdown, and have figured out that my boat seams to be a bit stern heavy or front end light. I have played with adding buckets of water to various areas to see where and how much weight make the boat run better. I have figured out...
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    1991 Bayliner Trophy 2002 Transom Repair

    Re: 1991 Bayliner Trophy 2002 Transom Repair Forgot to post pic of daughter 9lb'r
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    Is this fuel consumption normal?

    Just asking a question about this motor fuel burn rates. I have a 1987 225hp Evinrude outboard on a 1991 Bayliner Trophy 21' Walkaround. I have recently rebuild and repower the boat with this motor. The boat had a Force 120hp on it before. I have been running the motor since rebuild and have...
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