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  1. Darkhorse1201

    1999 Chriscraft 200 BR fuel tank question

    I have a 1999 200br that I recently replaced the fuel gauge sending unit. When I got to the fuel sender, there where 3 electrical lines - 2 hooked up (red and black) and one third green- not hooked up to anything. Any idea what this is might be for?
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    1999 Chris Craft 200 - what is this?

    I just bought a 1999 Chris Craft BR 200 with a 5.0 GL Volvo Penta with only 251 hrs. on it. Mechanically it's very good and was well maintained, body is good shape (nothing a buff out won't fix ) but the upholstery is a mess. But looking at the dash there is a gauge I'm not sure what it does...
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    Best Prep For Re-gel Coating?

    Hello to all - I am going to re- gelcoat my boat (I know, I know - paint is easirer but I have my reasons) and want to know any suggestions for preping the fiberglass hull other than just sanding the bejebus out of it. Thanks!
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    Converting to thru hull exhaust?

    I am thinking of converting my 4.3 OMC I/O to a thru hull exhaust (for performance, sound, etc.) The conversion would be fairly easy as it is a straight shot from the back of the manifolds to the transom - just need some pipes, clamps and flappers. My question would be what to do with the old...
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    Complete electrical short - help!!!

    I have a 1992 Sunbird with a 4.3 OMC motor. Runs great til the other day - I switched on the blower motor and the motor did not work and all the guages flew to max position. I turned off blower switch and all gauges return to normal. The same applies to any dash switch or even radio. Motor will...
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    Pee hole in OMC Cobra outdrive?

    Hello to all. When I was winterizing my 1992 OMC Cobra 4.3 I/O, I noticed that water was peeing out a small hole on the right side of the lower outdrive that I never noticed before. I beleive Mercs have them but wasnt sure about OMC's. Is this inded a pee hole or do I have a corrosion problem...
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    Gelcoat or paint?

    I want to refinsh the entire surface of my boat this spring. I'd really like to paint it (easier) but everything I've read on here points me toward gelcoat as my boat sits in a lake all summer (only being pulled out once a month for cleaning). It sounds to me like most paints would blister...
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    Correct spark plugs for 1988 Force 125?

    I am trying to find out what the correct and/ or the best spark plugs are for a 1988 Force 125? I don't know the serial number offhand but the current plugs have no electrode like a spark plug that you would put in a car. It just has a center button. Are these right or can I use a plug with a...
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    Where can I get gel coat?

    Where can I get gel coat to spray on my boat and gun to spray as well? Preferably from an on line source. Thanks
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    Bottom paint thats not antifouling paint?

    I would like to repaint the bottom of my boat (over the factory gel coat) with a bottom paint but I don't want to use an antifouling paint. I have heard that if you use a topside paint such as Easypoxy or Interlux that it might blister when kept in the water for more that a week. What kind of...
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    Can I buff out easypoxy paint?

    I recently painted a boat I am rebuilding with Easypoxy paint (first time I have used it) and after painting it looked great - shiny and smooth. The next day it rained out (i know I shouldn't have painted that close to rain!) and now the finish is flat instead of shiny. Can I buff it out like I...
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    Why can't I paint with automotive paint instead?

    I need to repaint my boat. Why cant I just prep the surface like I would a car and paint the outside with Centari acrylic enamel with the gloss overall hardner? Isn't a boat which is fiberglass just like a corvette ? I have been painting cars for years and this seems like it would work. My boat...
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    Best place to get carb rebuild kit?

    I have a 1992 OMC 4.3l with a Holley 2bbl on it. Where is the best place that I can get a rebuild kit for it?
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    Correct way to change gear oil on OMC Cobra?

    I have searched and read on here that the correct way to change the OMC Cobra gear oil is to drain it all and then fill from the bottom plug until it is full at the dipstick (approx. 64 ozs.) However when I read Stuart Hastings Cobra web page he recommends filling the outdrive from the middle...
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    A question for Don - why is silicone a no-no?

    Don, sorry to call you out on the board but I follow your posts as you are probably one of the most knowledgable guys on here (and why not - you do it for a lining!!!) but I have noticed that you often say that no silicone should be used. I am in the process of putting a boat back together and...
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    A question for Don - why is silicone a no-no?

    Don, sorry to call you out on the board but I follow your posts as you are probably one of the most knowledgable guys on here (and why not - you do it for a lining!!!) but I have noticed that you often say that no silicone should be used. I am in the process of putting a boat back together and...
  17. Darkhorse1201

    Can I use auto type exhaust gaskets?

    I know this maybe a stupid question but as my old man taught me - the only stupid question is an unasked one! Can I use automotive exhaust (composite not steel) gaskets on my OMC 4.3? I would think all the other gaskets - intake, ol pan, etc. would be fine but I'm not sure about the exhaust...
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    What replacement year engines can I use for 92 4.3?

    Hello to all. What year 4.3 engines can I use for replacement for my 1992 4.3 OMC (cracked blocked - boo hoo). By asking an earlier question on the forums, I know that I have a non balance shaft engine. I might be able to pickup a '95 4.3. Would this fit and all parts interchange. What if I were...
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    OMC fuel pump wired direct?

    I have a 1992 Sunbird witha 4.3 OMC (okay heres where the OMC haters say I should've bought a Merc!) that I am having intermittent troubles with the electric fuel pump. It seems to be a wiring issue with the relay. Can I just wire the fuel pump into the system so that it comes on when the key...
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    How can I tell a '91 4.3 from a '92 4.3?

    How can I tell a 1991 4.3 (no balance shaft) from a 1992 4.3 (balance shaft) with looking inside the engine? I have a 1992 Sunbird with an4.3 and I am curious to find out whether or not I have a '91 or a '92? Sometimes they would put a different (as in previous year) engine in a later year boat...
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