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    Strip old carpet from pontoon deck

    I did do one dockside, but the dock has power, was in the front yard, there's a sandy bottom below a couple feet of water, and I was in absolutely no hurry. Point being, it's possible to do a total re-deck in the water, but I'd rather be doing it somewhere warm and dry.....
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    Strip old carpet from pontoon deck

    Well, the entire structure from the deck up is generally removed for a re-carpet job. I'd want good power available for starters, and a place to temporarily store a bunch of big parts for a few days....
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    Has anyone actually seen ethenol ruin anything?

    No.
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    Would you buy a 98 merc 90hp 2-stroke?

    4 stroke spoiled here too, but if my budget only allowed for a 2 stroke, I'd have no problem with this one....
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    Best method to drill out a broken off bolt

    You can wrap electrical tape around the bit (or a center punch if so inclined) so it'll center in the hole. I start with a 1/8" bit - a nice sharp one. When drilling watch carefully for the bit to go through the bolt. There's an air space (3/16-1/4"?) you'll see/feel beyond the bolt. DO NOT...
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    2003 90hp Mercury 4-Stroke Carburated

    I think it's a pretty safe bet the issue is in the carbs. There's a little tiny idle fuel jet that plugs up very easily - the reason you need to ruin fuel conditioner if you aren't using motor daily. For winterizing, they really need to have the float bowls drained as part of that procedure...
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    Honda BF30 Idle Speed?

    I don't mean to be harsh, but have to wonder if this new, yet to be started motor came with an owners manual?
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    Boat Disposal

    Re: registering the trailer with no documents, look into registering as a "homebuilt". Inspections make it a bit of a hassle, but it's generally a pretty effective route to take.
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    Boat Disposal

    Trailer for sale. Free boat comes with it......
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    EPA mixture screw covers 2003 BF50

    Like it or not, it sounds like the carbs need to come off again, with particular attention paid to #2 carb. It should run, albeit maybe poorly, no matter what the setting is on the idle mixture screw. You should also know there's an o-ring on the idle mixture screw, and if this o-ring is...
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    Upgrading from 70hp to 90hp

    I wouldn't let the 70 get too far out of your sight until you see how that 16' boat looks in the water with a 330 lb 90 on it...... whether it's rated for it or not....
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    Honda BF50 bogs down, expert mechanic perplexed. What say you masters of mechanics?

    The hard starting is often a sign that it's lean - especially when cold. They can be a bugger to keep running til warmed. A bog when accelerated is the same - a sign it's lean. This leaves me wondering about a few things. Like where are the idle mixture screws set, exactly (the "factory"...
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    Palm Beach bought by Premier Marine? Launching and recovering advice.

    My advice would be to hit a boat ramp when you know it's not going to be busy. That should let you take your time (screw up) without backing up traffic. It's really no different than a ski boat. Easily single handed, but it's nice to have somebody there to give you a hand. Have it ready to go...
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    Honda bf50 oil looks like a latte!

    Sailor, I've seen a hole in that same location several times. I generally just replace the block with a used block, or a used short block.
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    2022 Lowe Stinger

    You may have a live well intake, AND a live well drain?
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    Throttle stuck in neutral

    I would assume the only way you're going to know is to take it apart, check it out, clean and lube, then see where that leaves you....
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    How do you guys mix Gas

    Noteworthy maybe, is the difference in our outlooks here. My thought is it's being offered, not forced (unless you are a Ca resident). If you don't want it, if it's not able to get the job done to your satisfaction, don't buy it! There's no quinea pig here. This stuff has all been out/available...
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    2005 20ft sun chaser needs new carpet

    Agreed, the old carpet needs to be removed, but I would install vinyl in it's place. And if your fence doesn't already have 1/2" spacers between it and the floor, I'd do that while I was at it....
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    How do you guys mix Gas

    Riigghhttt. Another government conspiracy against the public.....
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    How do you guys mix Gas

    4 stroke haters are generally those that have no or very little experience with them. There's a pretty good reason they have pretty much taken over the outboard market. I doubt THAT many people are wrong....
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