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I think it's an '85. But I sure would like to narrow it down to be sure.

Having trouble finding a service manual for my Mariner 40 hp. The tag says Mariner 40EL 6E9 L 416707. Made in Japan. Any help is greatly appreciated. S/F

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Thanks for all of the recommendations. I do not have access to the inside deck as my boat is finished out with plywood, carpet, etc. I will probably try the 3M 5200 from the outside first, then if things don't improve I will pull the decking....

Hey ya'll quick question. I have a 1978 MonArk, 16' all riveted. I bought her in Missouri, refitted her in Illinois, and run her on the Potomac River in Virginia. Originally when I repainted the boat I notice a couple of loose or missing rivets. Before painting, I used JB Weld on the spots...

What about just some regular 4x4s and a sheet of 3/4 inch plywood? The support will be in contact with the deck and the hull, so am I good to go??

I am working on a bracket under the decking for a bow mounted TM. As I was drafting plans, I remembered reading about a caution to not use a certain type of wood for projects with aluminum boats. Can anyone please clarify? What type of lumber am I safe to use?

Hey fellas quick question == I recently purchased and mounted a new min kota trolling motor on my 16' MonArk. The troll has 55 lbs thrust, and I mounted her to my bow as indicated in the picture. What I did not account for is that when I crank the troll, the deck that I mounted her to would...

Hey guys thanks so much for all of your input on this wiring thing! I got her up and running with a 80 percent solution -- hit the water on Sunday for a trial run. Everything is pretty much good to go. I am amazed at how much there is to be learned by folks with different knowledge, and...

Hey fellas - back with another question. The Minn Kota trolling motor that I have has leads coming off of it that are 8 gauge, and the wiring instructions say that to extend the power lead 6 gauge should be used. The issue I am having is that I am running my 6 gauge to the stern which is where...

In the process of re wiring my boat I have a decision point regarding whether to use a waterproof switch panel or to just use toggle switches. As I already have a fuse panel with attached ground bus bar, I am inclined to just use toggles. The most suitable space is right of my steering wheel...

Thanks dhoganjr, Learning is actually occurring! I have stared at the wires so long and with the help from guys on the forum the lights are starting to go on with this wiring project. So let me see if I have it right... My wires should run: Battery to positive terminal on the fuse block >>...

What's up gents... So I have created work for myself (again) in the wiring department of my old trusty War Pig. The wiring has been an ongoing battle since I first tore this old boat down and repainted and re decked it. That part I did very well, but what I did not do and now regret is to...

Thanks Earl. The light under the livewell in the dark is just the kind of solution I was looking for. What if I can't pinpoint it that way - any other ideas?

The live well under my seat does not hold water -- I believe there is an separation or gap in the aluminum somewhere, but not sure where. If it's a rivet, how can I seal it from the topside? Can I caulk it effectively? Is there a better way?