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    Need advice on anti skid paint

    I have removed the carpet from my ex ski boat and what to paint it with anti skid paint. I have done some research and found the following different types. Mixed with aggregate, paint with aggregate sprinkled on, two part epoxy plus aggregate. I need some help in determining which paint to...
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    Time to start thinking of winterizing

    Here are a few tips for those of you who leave your engine out for the winter. 1. Change the lower oil now so if you find water, 1) it can be drained and not crack the case and 2) you can work on it over the winter. When filling, fill from the drain port to eliminate bubbles. 2, Remove your...
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    E-Tec noise level

    Is an E-tec engine in the 75-85 hp range much quietier than an older two stroke engine? I am curious as, if I decide to re-engine my boat, a four stroke in the same power range would be too heavy. A friend suggested looking an an E-tec. John
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    4 or 3 blade question for a given speed

    I have a 85 Bayliner 1600 with a 85hp Force engine and 13x19 Michigan three blade propeller. I only use the boat for fishing, usually cruise at 25mph to save gas which is around 4000 rpm. Is there a better prop to use for this type of operation? I have no interest in going 43mph (but I can)...
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    Who is the best parts supplier?

    I have used BAM Marine, Doug Russel and Crowley Marine for parts in the past but haven't bought any in a couple of years. Recently I started loosing power and traced it down to bad reeds in number two cylinder. :( I can't complain about an engine that has had the same reeds in it for...
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    Anyone using a 143 deg stat in a 85hp?

    I'm just wondering if anyone has been running a hotter thermostat in their 85hp engines. The book says to run a 110 degree but my latest engine seems a little too cold blooded and I'm thinking of upping the operatig temp. John
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    Propeller trading question

    As far as I can tell, the forum rules preclude offering to trade something. Where do you fellows go to try and trade props rather than buying them and letting them cause they weren't the right one? John
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    '85 85hp ignition sw replacement question

    Does anyone know if the Sierra six contact switch sold here on iboats will replace my stock Bayliner/Force push to choke ignition switch? The length of the shaft looks rather short in the picture. The Force part number is F5H078 but I can't find a cross reference. Thanks, John
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    Frank A, starter bendix problem

    Frank, I just put this new starter on a few weeks ago. I have had the boat out three times plus some running in the yard. Today, I came back in early because I was afraid I wasn't going to get it to start again. Here is what it is doing. Turn key starter spins, bendix kicks out starter will...
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    Fuel line Alert!

    Last season I needed a new primer bulb so I bought the Moeller bulb and hose combo. This is grey colored hose in a plastic see through package. I do not remember if it said alcohol compatible but I CAN STATE WITHOUT RESERVATION IT IS NOT. :mad: Seeing that it was grey in color, I may have...
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    Need help with adjusting Humminbird fishfinder

    I have a new Humminbird 728 fishfinder. I also swapped the dualbeam for the quadrabeam transducer. This gives me 83khz, 200khz and 455khz beams. Since this is new to me, I always used the old type of depthfinders, I need some suggestions on how to set it up. For instance, should I use black...
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    De winterized and ready for the water!!

    Ever since we got a 70 deg day in March I have been iching to get my boat ready for the water. I was able to get my lower back on (I pulled it to repair a broken bolt from way back) but then I had to go on the road until yesterday. :( I spent most of yesterday and all of today getting the...
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    Emergency cut off switch installation

    After watching a couple of safety films, I have decided to add a safety cut off switch to my Bayliner. Since I don't have much dash space left, I am planning to use the Sierra switch. Now to hook it up. I know that the white wire is the shutoff circuit but I don't know if it grounds the...
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    Bendix stops at top of travel, starter still spins

    1985 85hp Started spring check up today and, while checking compression, found this problem. The bendix will spin up but stop spinning at the top of its travel. The starter continues to turn at this point. I pulled the starter and find that the benix is well engaged in the starter gear...
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    Boat cover support question

    Overton's sells wood bows to support the boat cover. They attach buy inserting them into a fitting that is screwed onto the gunwale. (page 50 of their catalog) Has anyone used these? I currently use the four straps and center pole and it doesn't do well in snow. I'm looking for an...
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    Wally world Maxx battery question

    Is the Maxx marine that says starting, trolling etc a hybrid? I'm not positive but I think the one I saw is a group 29. Thanks for the help, John
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    Frank A, need help with engine paint

    Frank, I am tired of looking at my 85 Force with LPS 3 on all of the worn paint. I want to repaint the engine but I want to do it with a brush instead of going through all of the hassle with spraying it. Do you have any recommendations on what paint I should use? I use it in the Chesapeake...
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    What guage wireing ?

    Take a look at Minn Kotas web sight. They have a good illustration on extending wire lengths. If you search using battery, you will find many threads addressing this issue. Starting batteries and trolling batteries are made differently. You have to watch how far you discharge a battery or...
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    Questions about center console boats.

    I am thinking of getting another boat, maybe. I currently have a 16 foot Bayliner bowrider and I am thinking about getting a Whaler or Carolina Skiff. I only use it for fishing. Bottom fishing, drift fishing and trolling. My question is, do you always have to fish standing up in those boats...
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    Styrofoam insulation for inside cowling

    I am about to try a winter project to quiet down my 85HP engine. My plan is to glue R9 insulation foam on the inside of my cowling. I plan to use either 3M77 or Liquid Nails for Styrofoam. Both of these are good holders. My only concern is the amount of vacuum under the cowl. If I glue the...
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