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    1986 2150 Cuddy

    Came with a factory Volvo Penta 305, was later changed to a 350.<br />It's my project boat. As soon as i get going on it, I'll post all the info that I can.
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    Wilma Relief

    I posted this at other sites, am I crazy? Is common sense too much to expect?<br /><br />Read on both Fox and CNN this morning that relief is slow to get to S. Florida. As I type this, it is Wednesday morning, Wilma hit on Monday morning. People are standing in line for 10+ hours to receive 1...
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    Question for Ignitions Experts

    I searched and searched but could not find the post that has this info.<br />Don S., you posted in reference to a boat that had the GM HEI automotive ignition distributor. You stated that it was not marine rated or CG approved and was dangerous.<br />I'm not disputing, but am wondering why? That...
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    What Happens When You Don't Winterize

    I was helping my buddy change the exhaust manifolds on his 26' Sea Ray today. They were cracked so before we could try running the boat, they had to be replaced.<br />Lo and Behold, I pulled the port manifold and riser off, bent down to check the freeze plugs and there is a huge crack in the...
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    Bayliner Rebuild

    I recently acquired a 1986 Bayliner Capri Cuddy, 20' w/ a 350. I've posted a few challenges ahead of me here and thanks so much to all for the advice.<br />Next - <br />The guy I got the boat from put new plywood on the deck. It is screwed and glued. I asked about the stringer and hull condition...
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    Throttle Body Injection

    1986 Bayliner 20' Cuddy, 350 GM engine.<br />Having been a car guy and mechanic for a long time, I have developed quite a distaste for carbuerators. FI is the way to go. I think a TBI setup would be the easiest, such as Holly's ProJection. I've put this system on a few street motors, but nothing...
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    Volvo 275 and 285 Outdrives

    1985 20' Bayliner Capri Cuddy. It came from the factory with a GM 305 but has been upgraded to a 350. It has a 275 outdrive and I got a 285 with the boat. Both are good as per the guy I got the boat from.<br />Is the 285 stronger, tougher, better?<br />In the NW Florida area, does anyone know...
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    Jacking up a Boat

    When I get my new "project" home, I need to get it off the trailer for some serious trailer maintenance. The bunkers are shot, I don't know the bearing condition, needs rewiring, etc.<br />How do I get a 20' cuddy off the trailer at home?<br />It would also be nice if the boat was lower to the...
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    New Guy

    Good Morning!<br />Just registered and logged on today. I have recently become the proud owner of a 20' Bayliner Cuddy "Project Boat".<br />The hull seems sound, the interior is all removed but included, motor runs but has an oil leak.<br />I've never owned a boat like this so it willbe a...
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