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  1. roscoe

    Trailer Brakes or Not

    No. first its illegal everywhere in the USA. Some states require brakes - functioning brakes - on all trailers over 1,000 gross weight. Second, it would be a stupid thing to do. The idjits at the marina are probably pulling boats across the parking lot, or are lying, or just stupid. Or all of...
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    Towing and Launching

    page 440 of owners manual 2.5 L models When towing a trailer without brakes. Maximum total trailer weight - 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
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    Best out board motor lock

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    20 vs 30 HP 4 stroke

    Jumping up to a 35 will definitely make a difference. Then make sure it is properly jetted for the higher elevation, and you have the correct pitch prop. Or buy an refi motor, and the correct prop..
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    Fuel Capacity

    Could be anywhere between 14 and 30 gallons. Can you get to it to measure it, then calculate the volume? Can you get to the sending unit> Usually a certification plate or stamp in the tank, that also states capacity. On a boat that old, you might want to get to the tank and inspect fittings...
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    To Keep/Repair or Junk it? 1985 Bayliner Capri 1400

    Don't part out that motor until you check it out. It may be a perfectly good motor. I would check it out, and if good, I'd keep it, at least for now. Part out or junk the hull. Possibly keep the trailer if it has proper paperwork, registration is up to date, and its in good shape. Then go...
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    Starcraft on C-list/ebay!

    You should be well under 2500 with a 16 mariner or 80's model MR160. I've got a MR 180 with a 115, and a 15 kicker, fuel, batteries, and fishing gear, trailer, 2 spare tires, and I'm at 2400#
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    Towing and Launching

    The outback has been around for a lot of years with a tow rating of zero to 3500# depending on year, model, and engine. Which one do you have? The boat has also been available in several configurations with total package weight of 1400-2200# Which boat do you have? Pretty sure you will have...
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    Transporting a 20' boat on a flatbed.

    A lot of damage can be done just loading the boat on the trailer. It can be done, but special care in loading, bracing, and strapping is needed. I would only use an experienced boat hauler, with plenty of insurance. Take lots of photos before loading, and after loading onto the trailer...
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    TCW3 Oil and Non Outboard Applications

    try them and report the results ?
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    1989 Bass Tracker Pro17 Trailer

    Where are you located? country? Province/state? Have you tried your bass pro dealer? I'm partial to Karavan trailers, designed and made well for most boats under 23' or so. You're gonna need some measurements. weight of fully loaded boat. Width of boat . Length. length from transom to bow...
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    1984 Mariner Pull Start to Electric Start Conversion. Help!

    Doesn't look right you need parts from 1979-83 motor Gonna be a lot easier to sell that motor, and buy a different one with electric start.
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    NASCAR 2022 - General News And Updates

    How many of the current drivers could competitively run in David Pearson's 1968 Torino Cobra ? Or Petty's 1974 Cutlass ? Could they even keep them on the track?
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    Drain plug for Alumacraft F-7

    I believe that boat will have a threaded plug that installs from the inside. I believe mine was 5/8", fine thread. Had a rubber washer and a wide knurled head. You may have to get creative and a hardware store to match up the threads and diameter.
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    That time of year

    its just what we do. You don't leave the parking lot if someone is having car issues when its this cold. There are no taxis, buses, ubers, or trains around here. Towing service is very limited, emergency only at this hour, and might get your vehicle to a garage, but it isn't getting you home.
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    That time of year

    AGAIN. Just gave a co-worker a ride home from work because his truck wouldn't start. So I headed north, 30 miles away from home, then back, and 5 miles west. Temp was -13 to -24 on car thermometer and weather app. Every hill or curve presented a different temp. Hit -22 in 4 places, then back...
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    Ice Fish

    CHICKEN
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    Sealant for rivets inside aluminum jon boat

    gluvit https://itwperformancepolymers.com/products/marinetex/gluvit/ For more info, post question in the STARCRAFT forum. Lots of guys there rebuilding their old starcraft aluminum boats. https://forums.iboats.com/forum/starcraft-boats.131/
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    If you can't find a trailer scale where you are located....

    I made a few trips to LI hauling Leach refuse compactors, basically a garbage truck with no chassis. I believe I weighed my return loads at a scrap recycling yard once, near Medford. And at a moving company the other time. I think it was a United Van Lines or Mayflower. Also try larger feed...
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    If you can't find a trailer scale where you are located....

    There are big scales out on Long Island, I've used them when I drove semi.
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