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    swivel bucket seat repair

    thought i'd give a shot at seeing if anyone has had any experience with an issue i have, i have a 2004 bowrider with a rear bench, sleeper seats on the passenger side and a swivel bucket behind the wheel. my problem is that the bucket is mounted to a carpeted wood floor and on my last outing the...
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    2003 90 hp 2 stroke starting issues

    that time of year to get the boat running again and this is first time it wouldn't start. removed plastic flywheel cover and when trying to turn over found the starter pinion spinning but not meshing with the flywheel. any thoughts? thanks in advance, frank
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    sound system for boat

    thinking of upgrading the stereo and speakers in my boat (17 ft bowrider) and was wondering if the new stereo has to be a marine unit? aside from water resistance, are there other considerations?
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    winterizing o/b

    i'm looking at storing my boat for the winter and was wondering what items need to be done to properly winterize my 90 merc 2 stroke. also, does water need to to drained with air pressure or are o/b's self draining? thanks for any input.
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    90 merc smoking

    i have a 2003 90hp merc 2 stroke which runs out decent but i'm unsure as to whether it is smoking excessively. lots of smoke on start up (cold or hot) or at low speed. seems to be using a lot of oil, 30 mile run used approx. 1/2 - 3/4 quart. i am using motomaster formula 1 oil which is TC-W3...
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    2 stroke oil

    i'm sure this subject has been debated to death but being new to boating i'm wondering as to the merits of using merc branded oil at double the price vs aftermarket brands. any opinions appreciated
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    fishfinder/depthsounder opinions

    i'll keep a long story short, new boat, came dangerously close to rocks quite a way off shore (lake erie), need a fishfinder. i don't need color or gps options, just a dependable and accurate unit. any feedback appreciated.
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    2004 90 merc o/b

    anyone know how to confirm the year/model from the serial number?
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    cutter boats

    looking for any input regarding quality/reliability of the cutter brand of boats (same manufacturer as grew).
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    mercury model number code info

    anyone know how to translate mercury model number code info, examples: ELHPTO, ELPTO?
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    evinrude jet drive

    hi all in my search for a boat i came across a 17 ft 1998 NORTHSTAR ROGUE XL with a 115 hp Evinrude Inboard Jet drive (advertised as a fish/ski) . i have no experience with jet drives and their ability to be used for fishing ie. trolling. any input on pros and cons appreciated
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    2001 ocean pro advice

    hi all<br />looking at a package that includes a johnson ocean pro 90. i'm not familiar with this model, any input or advice appreciated.
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    2001 ocean pro advice

    hi all<br />looking at a package that includes a johnson ocean pro 90. i'm not familiar with this model, any input or advice appreciated.
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    hey Lou C

    seen in a previous post that you own a four winns boat. any input on this package appreciated.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Year: 1988<br />Make: FOUR WINNS<br />Model: 160 FREEDOM<br />Model Detail: <br />Price: $7,500<br />Length: 16 feet <br />Date: 8/13/2005<br />Ad Type: Private...
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    need opinion on yamaha outboard

    going to look at a package tomorrow that includes a 1989 yamaha 90 hp o/b. any words to the wise regarding this motor or yamaha in general? past boats that i looked at were merc or johnson powered, so i'm in the dark with yamaha. also, anyone have model number code info so i can verify the year...
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    need opinions on omc purchase

    i am considering a purchase of the following package: 1988 16ft tempest bowrider with a 2.3l 140 hp ford omc cobra i/o. asking price is $6500 can. does this pricing seem excessive? i'm planning on travelling 2 hrs on tues to see it, any tips on things to look for appreciated. planing on doing a...
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    new to i/o drive, info appreciated

    hi all<br />wondering if anyone has an opinion or suggestion regarding a package i am considering buying:<br />1988 2.3l 140 hp ford omc cobra i/o mated to a 16ft tempest bowrider. owner says there is a slight high temp issue at low throttle, goes away at higher speeds. any comments appreiated.
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    overpowered aluminum boat

    i am considering buying a used 14.5 ft princecraft (rated for 30 hp) which is currently powered by a 40 hp evinrude. legal issues aside, what would be some of the cons associated with such a purchase (weakened transom, leaks, etc)?
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    evinrude tiller question

    i'm looking at buying a 96 evinrude 40 tiller with a push button, not key, start (located back of the tiller arm). the current owner mentioned that it is hard starting on cold mornings and would have to remove the engine cover to choke it as it has no external choke lever. could it have some...
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    evinrude tiller choke question

    i'm looking at buying a 96 evinrude 40 tiller with a push button, not key, start (located back of the tiller arm). the current owner mentioned that it is hard starting on cold mornings and would have to remove the engine cover to choke it as it has no external choke lever. could it have some...
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