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    I need permission from the mighty Starcraft Mods

    I have been looking for a Mariner for a good year now, with no luck in Oregon (Plenty of Holiday's and Super Sports) I have found another manufactureres version that may fit the bill, does anyone want to chime in with some input? The manufacturers Forum is dead compared to the Starcraft forum...
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    What model is this?

    I looked at this 1972 Mirrocraft, its an 18ft center consol model. Does anyone know the name? The current owner is asking $1750 for it, it has a matching 1972 115HP Merc, a couple cheap seats, and a floor that needs at least the front half redone. The motor doesn't have a prop, so taking a test...
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    40 HP Merc Input Needed

    What are your thoughts? Here is the posted info with my questions and sellers reply. Early 90's 40HP Mercury 2-Stroke tiller with power tilt/trim, electric start, tiller, with precision blend oil mixing. Motor is equipped with a bay kit so it can fit a 20 or 25 inch transom. Motor runs good but...
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    Is there a difference between Merc and Mariner?

    Are they like Chevy Vs. GMC? I am looking at a 25 hp Mariner and want to know your thoughts. Thanks, OC 25hp Mariner (Mercury) Longshaft (20") 1999 model 2 stroke, tiller steering shifter is built in to the throttle electric start and generator includes troll plate includes 6.6 gallon...
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    Need Thoughts and Opinions on a '78 35 HP Evinrude

    I am looking at purchasing a 1978 35 HP Evenrude, it is being sold with a 14ft Livingston for $1200, I m really only interested in the motor for my 15ft Smokercraft. I am a little concerned with the age, but it is the original owner selling it,and he claims it has had limited use over the last...
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    Mid 80's 10HP Honda Hot Sink hook up

    Can any one walk me through the proper procedure to capture hot water from a mid 80's 4 stroke 10 horse kicker for a hot sink? It appears my "Pee" water line comes straight out of the thermostat, which should be relatively hot, could anyone confirm this? I just purchsed the motor and haven't had...
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    1990 Suzuki DT 140 Tiller

    Can anyone tell me if tiller control is available for a 1990 DT 140? I cannot for the life of me find one, and would like to convert from consol to tiller in the near future, or is that going to be possible? Thanks, OC
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    197? 18ft SS What do you think?

    What do you think of this one? Ad says: I have a 18 foot starcraft boat 90 horse crysler for sale nice trailor. boat has open bow deep sides.pole holders, fish finder, life jackits, gas tank. nice boat for river or ocean. I know nothing about Chrysler motors, any good? Sell it and ad another...
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    '79 18 ft Mariner

    I see the beam on the 18 ft Mariner is 75", could you Mariner experts let me know what the floor width is at the stern, and then at the console. Anyone running it with a 50HP main? How does it push the boat? Thanks, OC
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    Need Mariner help

    I am looking at a 1990 8.0 HP 2 stroke long shaft Mariner that appears to be in excellent condition to push a drift boat. I don't know anything about the Mariners, other than they are a sister brand of Merc. The seller claims they are made for Salt water. Could you fill me in with more info...
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    18 ft Holiday power question

    Locally there is a 18ft Holiday on C-list for sale and it has a 25 hp Johnson and a 29 hp Johnson, 2 strokes same year for the powerhouse, what are your thoughts on how well this will push the boat? I was thinking after a while i'd upgrade to a single motor, but also wondered how well this...
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    What boat is this???

    http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/boa/1412932459.html What do you think? I can't find any info on a fully open 17' model. I am very intrigued, but also a little concerned about the "Not getting any spark", is this a high $$$ repair? Thanks, Still Looking- OCS
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    18ft Holiday/SS Owners W/70HP Outboards

    What is your top speed with this motor? How about with a full load 3-4 people? Thanks OCS
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    Which Motor Would you Choose?

    I have been keeping an eye on a '74 Starcraft with a '78 70HP Evenrude, that supposedly has been completly gone through. I have also been watching a mid 80's 85 HP Force to swap out the 70HP for. Would this be a wise switch, or is the Evenrude a more dependable motor? I know nothing about Force...
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    18 Ft Holiday Measurements

    I am still researching which boat to go after, and want to be sure I get one with plenty of fishing room. With that said what are the measurements of the deck area? Width and length (Dash to Stern). Which aluminum models came in a 20 ft? Open Bow? Thanks, OC
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    '84 25 hp Merc trouble

    I have a 1984 25HP Merc that cavatated on me when running near full throttle, I backed off and it would push at an idle, but as soon as I throttled up the cavitation returned. Do you think I spun the prop, or maybe the linkage inside the lower unit is slipping? I'm unsure what rout to go as I...
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    New to the board, lots of questions!

    HI everyone, I am new to Iboats. I currently have a 16ft Lowe Jon boat, but am researching upgrading to a larger family friendly boat. Starcrafts seem to fit the bill as far as best bang for the buck and safety wise I will be more comfortable with my young kids in it. Are there any "Quirks" I...
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