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    Mid1980's Mercury 2cyl 35hp Spark Plug Question

    Pennzoil has been around as long as I can remember, the mechanic I worked for back in the 60's always used it so it has stuck with me. Never had an issue in my 60 plus years of boating. The current Merc 40 classic that I own was bought at the Cabellas as in Dundee Mi. when new. Original owner...
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    Mid1980's Mercury 2cyl 35hp Spark Plug Question

    At the end of the season or last tank of fuel for the season I will use a pint to.my 18 gallon tank. Thru the season, so just add a few ounces to each filling ( about 12-13 gallons typically) . SeaFoam, Lucas fuel treatment, and Startron have all worked well... I use them to keep the fuel...
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    to vent or not to vent, that is the shrink wrap question

    Giving the boat a good cleaning then a coat of wax, will help any "stuff" come of much easier ! Most boaters don't clean and wax until spring. One can never have to much ventilation under cover....
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    handy cap crane mounting

    When lifting/ carrying a person, you can't be to safe. I would expect that any type of human lift would be required to attach to the stringers or main frame of your boat. Decks and swim platforms are not considered the main frame structure. Lots of leverage being utilized when that arm is...
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    Trailer modification

    Adjust tour bunks to support the hull for their entire length. It appears only the rear of the bunk is supporting the hull. Once the bow is in the proper position, then adjust the winch stand to get the correct height to the bow eye. Generally the bow eye should come up tight right under the...
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    Help Buying Boat

    If your really interested in getting into boating, consider starting with an aluminum boat. Far less time and expense to get them fixed up. Learn about small engine repair so you can do your own work. Sounds like you are on or near the coast or ocean. Lots of boats around those areas that...
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    Trailer Bunk Lag Screws

    Can't speak for saltwater, as I am in fresh water only area ( great lakes region) ...never had a non magnetic SS bolt corrode in my 50 plus years of boating, but salt water may be a different story.
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    Help Buying Boat

    If unable to do your own work/ maintenence, be prepared to pay handsomely to have the work done for you ! Most marine shops now charge in excess of 120 bucks per hour of labor. Hire a professional to inspect and go with you for a test ride.
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    Help Buying Boat

    With glass boats, having no soft spots does not mean a whole lot. When a soft spot does occur, it is normally long gone. Which boat has maintenance records ? Compression tests on motors ? When someone says needs carb work....what test show that ? If unsure, hire a professional surveyor
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    Trailer Bunk Lag Screws

    I can tell you they won't corrode away....served me well for almost 50 years.
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    The End

    Must be the saddest day of the year !
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    Trailer Bunk Lag Screws

    I can only say that I have used the magnet trick for over 50 years and in that time have never had a real SS bolt corrode or rust in that time period.
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    My 2015 grand dodge grand 's towing capacity

    If proven to be stolen, it will be confiscated without any payment to you. You will have to be able to prove you did not know it was stolen. Receiving stolen goods is a criminal offense if you knew it was stolen.
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    Mariner 40 hp.

    What is the mfgr recommended max RPM at wot ?? Never exceed that or your motor will be short lived ! Remember every inch in pitch changes rpm about 200rpm..if your tach is accurate, do your math.
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    Trailer Bunk Lag Screws

    Best way to know if it is truly SS is to carry a small magnet with you to test. If the magnet attracts to the SS, then there is not enough nickle in the stainless to stop it from rusting. Nickle is not attracted to a magnet. Cheap SS has small amounts of nickle to slow down the corrosion but...
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    I hit a rock

    Model no will tell you the ratio....besides that, why not rebuild what you have ? Buying used you might be buying someone else's problems ...
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    Cherry Mighty Mite Outboard Start-up

    Very neat little motor, had one in my youth more than 60 years back. I used to run the neck out of that little motor on my old rowboat. Wish I could be of more help but did not know much about motors at 12 yrs old, and if I did, this old brain couldn't remember anyway. Please post pics when...
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    Boat

    The farmer down the road has a boat in his field that looks like the one in the pics, even the same color although dirty and crud covered, the name on his is a Steury....only going by visual ...
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    What oil should I use?

    Very very few engine issues are oil related, most are from lack of or improper maintenence !!
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    Does the antifreeze you use really matter?

    In reality it depends on how you dispose of the antifreeze when your done with it. Pink stuff is used for those that will pump it back in the lake in the spring, if you properly dispose of it before putting your boat in the water in the spring you can use regular auto antifreeze . I used the...
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