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  1. 1216bandit

    Need help to identify merc 80 hp model

    Im trying to help out a buddy who is looking for troubleshooting info on this motor. When I enter the serial number online it says it cant be found. I finally found out why and its because its a Canadian model! What U.S. model or serial number would be the same as this one? The Canadian...
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    Anti glare screen for electronics display

    I have a 10" tablet with nautical charts but in the sun it's pretty much useless. Does anyone use an anti glare screen/cover on their electronics, does it do the job and what product are you using? Thanks.... Dan
  3. 1216bandit

    riveting question

    Two seasons back I ran the hose into the bilge on my 1993 22' islander, found leaking rivets and sealed them from the outside with 5300, which held up great till just recently. .The boat was water tight as a ducks rear end. I knew this was a temporary fix and was happy to get 2 seasons for so...
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    out drive position when stored

    I will be trailering my boat for to get shrink wrapped so the drive will be full up. I am storing the boat at home and would like to have the drive down. Am I good to just remove the ram arms from the drive to lower it and what if anything do I need to do to protect the attach points on the...
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    Just a quick THANX!!

    THANK you to all that contribute to this wonderful forum.....and really BIG thanks to those that work in the marine business and find the time to share your knowledge. I just hope you know how much it is appreciated. I cant cotribute much but i visit every day....I have learned so much being a...
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    surge to electric brakes..coupler question

    When going from surge to electric can the same coupler be used? My surge coupler is welded to the trailer frame. Thanx....Dan
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    Question about adding 2nd axle updated info and pic

    I have a 22' starcraft islander sitting on a single axle trailmaster trailer. After hitting some debris and having a blow out I am thinking I would like to ad a second axle. I have read where most suggest moving the existing axle forward, and adding the second axle in front. I dont unjderstand...
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    9.9 merc 4 stroke tilt question

    I have a 2007 9.9 on the back of my boat for trolling. How can I avoid having to tilt the motor all the way up first in order to get it to drop down to the lowest position, or is there no provision for this. Thanx...Dan
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    9.9 merc 4 stroke question

    I have a 2007 9.9 that I am using as a kicker/trolling motor. When the motor is raised up on the trolling bracket while underway on the main engine, the prop spins like crazy because of the spray hitting it. Is this going to damage the motor?? I really dont want to relocate the bracket and if I...
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    mercruiser 4.3 most economical rpm??

    I dont have a fuel flow meter and I realize there are variables to consider but generally speaking, at what rpm is the 4.3 most economical? The boat is a 1993 22' aluminum starcraft islander, engine is carbed, prop is 14.5X19 3 blade. Also wondering what would be considered max sustained...
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    will this prop be OK on my boat

    I have a 22' Starcraft Islander with a 4.3 engine and hit some submerged debris the other day damaging the prop to where it cant be repaired. The prop that was on it had these numbers 48-78120 -19 and I was very pleased with it. A friend has a prop that he as given me with these numbers...
  12. 1216bandit

    prop selection help needed

    The boat is a 1991 19' starcraft islander. The boat struggles to get on plane with just 2 on board. Guessing the weight to be 3000lbs with fuel 2 people, kicker motor etc. Max speed now is 29 mph at 4200 rpm Enginge is 3.0 mercruiser Alph 1 gen2 1.98 drive Prop numbers are 48 78118 A40 17P...
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    Islander cuddy cabin leak

    A friend has a 1991 19' islander with a leaky cuddy cabin. He went on board the other day and the ceiling was hanging down so that has to be replaced. The leak is severe enough that the bulk head just forward of the helm is showing some rot. We are thinking the caulking has let go some place...
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    voltage drop across gauges question

    My volt meter reads low but I am showing 14 volts at the battery. I checked the voltage with a meter at the gauge and it read about 10.5. The volt gauge is the 4th gauge down from the ignition switch and voltage got higher at the other gauges as I moved closer to the switch. I am no...
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    trim tabs on 22' Islander

    I would like to put tabs on the boat this year. The installation manual shows the tab being 3/8" above the bottom of the hull with the lowest of the bolts (there is an upper and lower run) being slightly above that. What I am wondering is if the bolt will be going into wood...does the transom...
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    leaky rivet fix from outside the boat??

    I have had a leak that has been drivng me nuts. Finally got around to checking things out....while nose low on the trailer I put about 25 gallons into the bildge and found 3 minor leaking rivets as wall as leaks along the center piece that is rivited along the length of the keel. This center...
  17. 1216bandit

    blackberry pb gps nautical charts

    Is anyone using gps nautical charts on the blackberry playbook? If so, what are your thoughts on going this route, as opposed to garmin etc.
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    How much water can I put in my boat?

    I have got a leak that is driving me banana's and this week I'm going to find it. The boat is the one in my signature and its taking on water from the front. Open up the dog house and you can see it flowing/trickling from front to rear. The plan is to start putting colored water into the...
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    3.0 litre bogs/slow to get on plane

    This is on my friends 1991 19' Starcraft Islander. The engine starts great, and idles nicely. After warming up and leaving the dock as the throttle is advanced it will give a snort, bit of a backfire through the carb. The engine runs fine at steady throttle low RPM and great when up on...
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    help to find leaks

    The boat is a 93 22' Starcraft Islander that is leaking while under way. With the dog house lifted the water can be seen flowing in from the front. The boat can float all day at the dock and stay bone dry so I am thinking it has to be rivet related. This boat is in great shape with no visible...
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