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  1. gm280

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    I actually did that exact same idea and got the 50:1 mixture. But does that hold up with other mixtures? IDK... Math is such an amazing thing... I do remember my chemistry class where we had to do such type equations. But I since forgotten the formula you used.
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    Prayers needed please ...

    Oh, Sam I really hate to hear of his passing. I will certainly keep you and your entire family in our prayers...
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    I surely hope that you knew this was not a serious question about how to mix 2 cycle fuel by any stretch. I was only asking if anyone else remembered their chemistry class and how such ratio solutions were arrived when asked to mix two chemicals to yield a certain percentage amount. I would...
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    @aspeck, after reworking your answer, which I was getting as well, you have not made a 50:1 ration of gas to oil. You now have a 49:1 ration of gas to oil. If you take your 15.36 number (768/50) and multiple it time 49, you will get 752.64 and then add in the 15.36 for the oil, equals 768 which...
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    Honestly, this wasn't even for mixing fuel. I just used that scenario to explain what I was asking. But I guess evaporation could be figured into most any solution...IDK lol
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    Well I got very similar answers. Does your method hold up for any percentage calculation? I remember chemistry class where we had to do such equations for so many solutions using the solute and solvent. And you couldn't just add in the amounts together because then the ration changes depending...
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    I have a not-so-easy question for those wanting to answer... for fun! If I need a 50:1 gas/oil mixture of 6 gallons, what is the EXACT amount of oil I need to only give me 6 total gallons? I am not talking about adding a mere 16ozs of oil to 6 gallons of gas. Because that gives you 6 gallons...
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    How long to wait for a materials delivery contractor to return a call?

    If you are not getting replies in a 24 hour period, they obviously have more work then they can handle. And you can expect that same type sluggish results if you do business with them. When times are tough, then they are Johnny-on-the-spot. But we are in a time when contracting work is...
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    1973 18 hp evinrude Driver Coil test

    A couple things to do first. Clean the exciter coil up and dry it off. Then touch both leads of the meter leads together while on the lowest ohms scale setting and verify the reading first. Because your meter could be reading off some and therefore the exciter coil could be just find. Also touch...
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    Exciter, Charge Coil Issues.-

    Well we all love to have bright shiny everything when dealing with engines. And for the most part it does help in so many situations. However, rust on coil laminated metal plates really doesn't effect their ability to produce voltage. It is the magnetic field that cuts across the windings that...
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    Cut through fiberglass hull

    OMG, you cut totally through the hull. Well that boat is now trash... lol If I had a $100 dollar bill for everyone on these forums that did that exact same thing, I could buy me a brand new boat...well at least a small new boat. Don't worry, seems everyone, doing such a refurbishing...
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    Just thought I'd share a nice photo.

    I have to say, we had our first TWO male ruby-throated hummingbirds visit our feeder this week. I was wondering where they were. Usually they announce that they are back by buzzing our large breakfast window up real close as to say, where is the food! But this year they hadn't showed up and we...
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    Just thought I'd share a nice photo.

    Well I would certainly call that very CLOSE!
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    Container ship Captain wanted. ....recent opening

    Obviously they didn't have a good fish/depth finder on board...lol Wonder what size trolling motor would work? I'm betting at least a 24 volt system...
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    Just thought I'd share a nice photo.

    WOW a really nice up close picture for sure. I honestly didn't realize they had such a mean looking hook on the end of their...beaks? Ouch!
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    Just thought I'd share a nice photo.

    When I see such a snake in my yard, I try to push it along into the woods. Now if the snake is a rattlesnake (eastern or timber), copperhead, moccasin, or coral snake(which I have never seen ever), they get turned into a lot of real little size snakes...
  17. gm280

    Fixer Upper

    I'd like to welcome you to iboats! We always like new members and their projects. As for the boat, a real close evaluation is needed before jumping into a total refurbishing effort. I can tell you if you do decide to totally refurbish his 'cause of sentimental value, it can get pretty...
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    Best small polisher/buffer?

    Depends on what "smaller size" you are talking about. You could buy a variable speed angle grinder and put a buffer pad on that for a smaller size setup. But make sure you get variable speed or a speed controller inline so you can allow it to run slower or faster depending on that you are...
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    Trailer Build

    I kind of understand what you are trying to say, but I certainly wouldn't go as far as say trailer manufacturers have engineers designing their trailers. I find that all most laughable. Have you actually seen any trailer manufacturer places? I have. Not as "engineered" as you would think. They...
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    Stick Steer Problems

    I agree that things do wear out. BUT, if this is an established stick steering setup that worked fine at one time, I don't see anything that would miss-align the stick position to the engine position. Usually that type problem is because someone ordered a too long or too short replacement cable...
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