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    stress cracks?

    my 23 larson shows some spiderwebbing cracks on a chine half way up the bow on one side.the rest of the hull looks pretty good.is this where something hit the boat?(or vice versa)it doesnt seem to be any weaker than any other spot on the hull.should i be concerned about hull integrity?any...
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    Larson hull inspection

    there is a warped looking place on my 1975 23 larson.its right on the top chine and about half way back.if you layed a straight edge along the hull there would be about 3" or so of warpage inboard and its on both sides of the hull.ive been under the floor there and the wood all looked good.the...
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    halp determining transom angle

    Measuring from the bottom with a framing square I got 3.25 inches from the transom to the inside corner of the square.One degree for every .25 inches puts it at 13 degrees.Is this correct?my measurement came from 8" or so away from the actual keel because of the hole left by the outdrives...
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    help determining shaft length

    How do I go about determining the proper shaft length of an outboard motor for installation on my old i/o boat?I am in the midle of conversion but have little experience with outboards and their setup.Also,I have worked on cars and lots of motorcycles (2 & 4 strokes)but not many outboards.If I...
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    oil tank or premix debate

    does anyone care to voice an opinion on the best, safest,or most reliable setup for a large outboard?premixing or the tank?I dont have much experience with them and could use some advice as to which way to go. or is it even an option?also,if the motor has tilt/trim,does it have the pump...
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    outboard questions

    currently in the process of converting my i\o to outboard power.the wiring is old and needs replacing.will the outboard come with its own harness, is it a separate purchase, or do I need to run one?also,if it does have its own harness,will it have a hot or acc. lead to power the fuse panel up...
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    outboard questions.....888 has to go!

    Im in the process of converting my 23 Larson to outboard power.Im wondering how to determine the shaft length that Ill need.I have little experience with big hp outboards.If it is derermined by the height of the transom,Ill have to get the measurement later.Its a deep-v hull design.I have the...
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    i/o to outboard questions

    I am planning on conversion of my 23 Larson to o/b from i/o.my questions concern weight distribution,transon reinforcement,engine/bracket mounting height,and level of floatation.Also, I am replacing an old V8 merc 888.Does a 200 hp o/b sound about right?Beam is 8.5.Any help will be appreciated.
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