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    Safest way to pay for items from private, out of state sellers ?

    I’m looking to buy something from a Facebook marketplace private seller. I understand there are risks of getting something “not as advertised” or nothing at all. Other than paying in advance and crossing my fingers that something good is delivered, what is the lowest risk way to pay in advance...
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    Repair or replace the exhaust baffle for ‘84 suzuki DT30

    Hello, I recently bought this motor and didn’t notice the small, but forceful leak at the bottom of the exhaust cover. Disassembly revealed 3 stripped bolt holes, the exhaust baffle cracked into 3 pieces and a large dent in the block-side gasket surface (wear the leak was happening). I’ve...
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    Engine block thread damage question

    Dishonest people suck. New to me ‘84 Suzuki 30 hp. Noticed a leak in the valve cover and found two bolts had been broken off in the block and their heads were glued back in place using silicone. Also, two other bolts were stripped and found this drill-out carnage once the cover was off. It...
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    Good service manual ‘67 evinrude ?? SELOC ?

    I’m looking for a good service manual for ‘60’s era evinrude (18-25hp range). Normally I’d look for something published by the manufacturer (evinrude) but haven’t seen any of those. What do you think of seloc?
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    Does this miss sound like fuel or ignition to you ?

    I’ll move this to the Suzuki forum shortly but thought I’d get broader exposure here to start. I was running my 84 DT30 yesterday on muffs and noticed an irregular miss. Before I start fixing stuff that isn’t broken, I thought I’d see what you people think it may be based on sound. I’m...
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    69 and up 25hp - a good choice ?

    Hello everyone. I’m working to narrow my search for the perfect engine for my 56 aerocraft front steer / control alum boat. It weights about 180 lbs and it Won’t be used for trolling - just zipping from lake to lake (in a chain) and slow evening strolls around the lake. I’ve zero’s in on the...
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    Proper way to check compression ?

    What is the proper way to check compression on a 2 stroke ? I presume with a warm engine, crank 5 seconds, dry and wet (like a car engine) but don’t know for sure. Also, many used engines won’t or can’t be started so checking compression cold is the only option. How big an error will checking...
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    Is a 60’s vintage Evinrude 28 or 33 hp rare ?

    So, I’ve been looking at a lot of outboards for sale for quite a while trying to fine one of these in good shape. I’ve only found 2 - one was a wreck and one was unknown for $1000. I can’t tell if I’m just having an unlucky streak or if this vintage / hp combo is hard to come by. Thanks.
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    Quick wiring question

    I haven’t been able to obtain a service manual yet for my newly acquired ‘84 suzuki dt30. I was hoping someone can verify an electrical question for me based on attached pic’s. There are 4 wires coming out of the motor. Two appear to be the kill circuit that runs up front to the dead man’s...
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    84 Suzuki 30hp 2 cycle. Good motor ? value ?

    Hi all. I just purchased a boat with a smooth running Suzuki 30 on it. I say that after taking it for 1 half hour trip followed by a hot restart. The guy I bought it from put a bunch of time into it trying to track down the cause for its “run 20 mins and stall then after a half hour, start...
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    Aluminum boat rivet question

    Having just brought home a 56 aero craft Lark, I need to replace a couple of structural rivets holding the seat backs to the seat base (not exposed to water) as they are missing and the seat back is a bit wobbly. I have a standard pop rivet gun but have no way to install original style solid...
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    Paint question for aluminum hull boats

    Hello everyone. Just brought this 56 aero craft home today and am starting to prioritize repair items. The blue hull panels have a single semi transparent (and dusty) rolled coating of Rustoleum Top Side paint. It appears to have good adhesion. Wondering if it’s necessary to strip it or just...
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