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    Same battery: Trolling motor and fish finder?

    Hello all...<br />Converting my I/O open bow to allow for a more fishing friendly boat. <br /><br />I cut 1/2" sheet of plywood using the bow cushions as a template and have covered with outdoor carpet and pre-drilled holes for the fish-finder. The battery for trolling motor fits perfectly...
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    Trolling motor actually on the motor?

    It's been a week since I've asked a goofy question so here it is.<br />While looking for a boat to purchase I looked at an old glastron and attached to the motor, (I/O) just above the prop was a trolling motor/prop that was controlled by the steering wheel.<br />I searched the web but all I find...
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    OMC 4.3 - Is the waterpump hsing cracked?

    These are the details and responses Detailed Message <br /><br />94 OMC 4.3 V6<br />Is there a simple method to check whether the waterpump housing is bad or the block itself??<br /><br />Still new... but I'm trying.
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    Inboard but you guys can probably help

    I'm looking to buy this boat but I know next to nothing about boats... please help!!!<br /> Inboard Message <br /><br />Thanks in advance
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    94 OMC 4.3 v6 won't turn over but it tries

    Yes, I'm still new to this boating thing.<br />Anyway...<br />I found a 94 4Winns Freedom w/ OMC 4.3L v6. <br />I went today to have the guy fire it up because I<br />know very little about boats and thought I should <br />at least see & hear it running. Anyway, it wouldn't turn over. One of the...
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    89 Barretta 185 F/S - Opinions

    Hello all...<br />Any opinions on a<br />1989 Barretta 185 F/S w/ a 4.3L OMC Cobra<br />It's priced near the NADA value but I've never<br />heard of Baretta. (I'm new, can you tell?)<br /><br />Thanks in advance...
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    How old of a boat is too old?

    I'm shopping around for our 1st boat. Need something for skiing (kids) and fishing (me) and small, simple, and cheap. I posted in the Outboard engine area about a boat and had questions about the hp of the motor which in turn produced several other questions. Now I'm pretty clear on the motor...
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    94 Force 70hp too slow to ski?

    First, I appreciate all who contribute to this site. I have learned quite a bit since I found it. Anyway, I know close to nothing about boats (aside from everything I've learned here) I'm preparing to purchase a 94 bayliner 1604 fish/ski that has a 94 Force 70hp. I've read every post here...
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