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    new trailer axle question

    I've got a new axle to install on my trailer and the spring perches are not installed at the factory so I can put them where I need them. The axle has a camber bend in the tube. My question is - does the camber bend arch to the top or to the bottom? Thanks
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    1969 Evinrude questions

    Hey guys, I just picked up a 1969 25HP Evinrude for my 16ft Alumicraft. It runs pretty good and everything seems to be in order. Even has electric start. I paid 400 for it, is that a decent price for this particular motor in good running condition? Does anyone know a model number for this...
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    Clinton 9.9

    Howdy everyone. I've got a quick question. I have a friend w/ a Clinton 9.9 short shaft tiller, he wants 275 for it. I don't know the year, but obviously it's an older model. Are the Clinton outboards decent and reliable? Will a 9.9 be sufficient in getting me across the lake in my 16ft...
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    Johnson RD-14.....Timing??

    OK, I've checked just about everything that I can on my motor and it all seems to be checking out, except I cannot get it started. Only thing that comes to mind is when I removed the flywheel and the plate that the coils get to so I could move the plug wires, the mounting plate for it might not...
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    53 Jonhnson nut Torque spec and other ??

    Could someone please tell me the torque spec for the flywheel nut on a 1953 Johnson Seahorse 25 HP RD14. Thank you. I'm having a hard time getting this thing started after I rebuilt the carb (didn't start before). Took the flywheel off to verify the points condensor and coils were replaced by...
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    Carpet or Roll on bedliner?

    Installing my deck and seat boards and I'm trying to decide on weather to put carpet on them or put a roll on type bed liner, or even an epoxy type paint w/ traction sand in it. I'm trying to stick to a budget here, but I'm also trying to get the best performance for my buck. Thanks, you...
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    Deck template tips????

    Does anyone have any tips for making a template to cut out a deck board for my boat. I've tried to trace the sides w/ cardboard, but I'm having a hard time getting the contour correct. Does anyone have any tips to get this done and get it done correct w/ the first cut? I don't want to waste the...
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    Trolling motor 12v or 24v, WHY?

    I'm new to the boating community and I'm going to be looking at a trolling motor for my 16 foot alumicraft. I see that wally world has the Minn Kota Endura 50's for about 180 bux. But, I'm looking at a "new" used Minn Kota 65, 65lb thust that is 24v for $300 (is that a good price?). My main...
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    1953 Seahorse Carb help please

    I have a 1953 Johnson Seahorse 25HP RD 14. I've got to take the carb off and rebuild it so it will quit pouring fuel all over. I've ordered a manual, but was told it will take 2-4 weeks for delivery. I don't have that long. Does anyone have a manual they'd mind either making copies of the carb...
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    1953 Johnson Seahorse 25HP RD-14

    Does anyone have any good advice on this outboard. I just bought a 16ft Alumicraft with this motor. I got it running after dropping big bucks to get a rebuild tank, hose and fuel line connector. But, the carb leaks out of the bottom bowl. I know I've got to rebuild that. I drained the lower...
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    First Boat Project

    Hello all, this is my first boat project and first one w/ an outboard. I have a 16ft Alumacraft with a 1953 Johnson Seahorse 25hp (RD-14). I'm planning on building a deck in the front of the boat and leaving the rear open. I've already made few repairs on the boat and some cosmetic repairs as...
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