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    New Boat, looking to add some stuff to the system.

    Hey All. I am buying a 1979 Orrion Boat, and I will be wanting to add some stuff to the electrical system. As of right now, I can only think of these things. A stereo system: I would need to know everything to buy, as I am new to the electrical parts of the boat. I would also be looking to add...
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    Model 850 Mercury Outboard. Fuel Comsumption???

    Hey All. I am looking at buying a new boat, and it has a Model 850 outboard on it. I believe that the engine is a 1978 model, and I was looking to see how much fuel it might use. It is on a 15.25 foot Orrion Sparrow. The boat is a tri-hull, and is very stable. I appreciate all of your help in...
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    1977-1979 850 Merc (85 HP) Question

    Hi All. I am wondering if there is any problems that I need to know about this type of motor. I am thinking of buying a bout with on of these motors on it, but I was wondering if they are good on gas, do they overheat, how much gas they use at WOT per hour... and any other problems or concerns I...
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    Any SF Bay Area boaters out there?

    Hi all. I am a young boater, looking to explore Lake Berryessa, The Petaluma River, the SF Bay, and other lakes and bay's around. If you are interested in teaching a young man the nooks and cranny's of these areas, please reply to the thread, and personal message me. Thanks so much in advance.
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    Tachometer for a 25 hp Mercury Outboard - Good Idea?

    Hello I am thinking of getting a tach but I am not sure if it will be easy to install and if its a good idea. Thanks!
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    Battery for Starting a 25 hp Merc.

    Could I use a "Deep Cycle battery?" I got one for free. Thanks
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    13 Foot Sea Ray Laguna Fiberglass with 25 hp Merc Outboard

    Hey all. I am buying a new boat (13 foot Sea Ray Laguna Fiberglass) and I need to figure out what kind of prop i need. Currently the boat has a hard PLASTIC 4 bladed prop on it. It is not fake. I would like a 3 bladed prop, and don't feel comfortable with a plastic prop. :eek: The boat probably...
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    Mercury 25 HP Outboard need spec sheet

    Hello all. I have a Mercury 25 HP outboard and I need a specs sheet. Anyone know where i can get one? Thanks in advance!
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    Mercury Outboard Model Number J4406-0

    Hey all. Just wondering if anyone might have any information or websites for information on my outboard that I might buy. Model Number is J44-06-0. Thanks in advance
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    Johnson 15 hp Outboard No Drip

    So I went out to my boat today, started my engine, and no water what - so - ever came out. I quickly shut it off, and put everything away. Any ideas? I have thought of the impeller, but 1, I dont know how to replace it myself, 2, I dont have the impeller, and 3, I need the boat tomorrow for a...
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    Help Buying New Boat

    So I have a 12 foot aluminum boat and I am looking to upgrade. I dont need a huge boat, preferrably about 14 - 16 feet. Looking for used. Perameters: 1.) Hopefully will be able to hang out with friends on it. 2.) Maybe pull a tube or wakeboarder????? 3.) Good gas economy 4.) Reliable :D 5.) $0 -...
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