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    Modern Engine Thoughts

    I am finally getting my 2019 boat purchase rebuilt to the point I need to think about a new engine. My original evinrude short shaft 25hp does not work at this point. I am thinking a new short shaft 25 hp Merc 4 stroke. Anyone have experience with these modern engines?
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    Question on steering hook up

    I am restoring/rebuilding my 1975 14' Springbok Sprinter which is an aluminum built 4 seater with windshield and steering wheel and remote control throttle. My question is, I had originally planned to use my 1953 Evinrude 25HP bigtwin to power it but it does not have electric start and my 60...
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    Question of HP

    I know HP is HP so 50 HP from 1975 is the same as 50HP today but with today's 4 strokes and heavier weights if a person was re powering a boat and wanted the same performance as a 75 Merc 50 what would we need to purchase?
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    What does this stand for?

    On the tag in the picture, what is the information circled in red stand for?
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    New to me springbok

    This is my 1975 springbok Sprinter. 14 ' 225 lbs rated at 25HP. I picked it up last fall and tore out the rotted seats and this week while in lock down removed the rotted transom wood and began sanding the top. I have two rough sandings of the bow removing the red house paint the previous owner...
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    Idea of speed?

    My new boat an aluminum boat 14 feet long pointed deep V front end and a flat back end. It is rated for a 25 hp. Any idea what speed range I would be in using a 53 bigtwin 25? The boats weight is 225 pounds.
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    Need help getting the year on Springbok

    Hi Guys, just purchased a new project. A springbok model 1432 rated at 25hp from tag. Any idea on what years this model was produced. The manufacturer is listed on tag as ALUMINUM GOODS. Any help would be appreciated.. Kevin
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    Seem Right??

    OK 68 Starcraft 20 foot Suncruiser 160 hp Mercruiser I/O. Tach seems correct , GPS confirms speed but does a few miles per hour over the tach reading seem right e.g 1500 rpm is 16 mph and the old girl is singing at 25/2600 doing 30MPH. Not over reving just buzzing and smooth. Admitted i have no...
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    Choices ?

    Hello all, This summer i will be splashing my 8' Tiny Titan Hydro for the first time and using a rebuilt 1953 Bigtwin 25 hp. The engine came with the 3 blade prop but im wondering what other props are available for this engine?. Im thinking perhaps a two blade but am unsure what years share...
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    New to me 9.8

    New to me a Merc 9.8, serial number 7056551. I can not see that number any place on the net but I know its a Canada build, i figure between 1982-85. Anyone know for sure what year it is? I need the a reverse cam lock # 65216 I think but it shows as discontinued.
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    Transducer questions

    I am not happy with my in hull transducer readings and for next season i will mount two off the back off the transom. I am using and eagle and a humminbird. the transducer for the Eagle will be a Broadview for fishing and a regular for the Hummer. How close can i safely mount these two...
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    Mercruiser 160 Fuel Line size?

    On my 1968 Mercruiser 160 the previous owner plumed the new replacement tanks to the tank switch valve with 3/16 and from the valve to the pump also with 3/16 replacement gates fuel line. the line from the pump to the carb and the return to the pump line are still thicker Merc hoses and I do not...
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    My 68 Springbok 14'

    I purchased this boat in the fall of 2012 after scrapping out my fiberglass 14' boat. Over the years I replaced the fittings in the glass boat so I stripped it prior to scrapping. The Springbok was close to the sizes so the teleflex steering replaced the original cable setup, my electric start...
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    68 Starcraft 20' Suncruiser

    I purchased a one owner boat last fall, anyone else own one?
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    New to me

    Just purchased and stored a 1968 Starcraft Suncruiser 20 fiberglass boat. It is equip t with a 160 Mercruiser. The interior is worn and stripped out now, the floor is being pulled and redone in the spring but that is no big deal. The hull is perfect and not at all marked. The original owner...
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    Merc parts help please

    I have a chance to purchase a 1964 Merc model 350 parts engine but I do not know if the lower motor parts interchange with my 1967 model 350 Merc. I know the power head is different but wonder what other parts may work? Does anyone have a parts book they could look up or scan the lower units...
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    Springbok Purchase

    Hi all, I just purchased a new old boat to replace my rotted out fiberglass and wood craft. I purchased it from a guy who does boat scrapping and salvage work but sells the ones he collects that are in good shape. It is aluminum and water tight. No leaks at all. The seats are old wooden crap and...
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    1967 Merc Model 350

    I have an electric start model 350 with control box that starts and runs like new. It has always been tuned, comes with two props. The boat it was on is being retired and I have no need for a 35HP. Any idea what it is worth, I have looked locally here in Ontario and non are ever for sale so I...
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