Thanks Johny25. I will get him to do that. I guess I will take my chances until winter. I know this motor has been sitting for about three years so the seafoam sounds like a winner for the time being. Because $800-$900 is definitely out of the question right now.
Advise from you veteran boaters...
First of all, I'm still excited about owning my first boat. But it came with a price. The craigslist add said motor runs good just needs a carb re-built. Not so fast. Compression on the cylinders are more than 10% apart which is not good. That's what my local...
I forgot to mention. I do live here in the carpet capitol of the world and have connections to outdoor and marine carpet. Let me know what color and I'll send you some samples and price.
Later,
Sharpie
Same here! Just turned fifty, went from racing XC mountain bikes to trolling around lakes and ponds enjoying what life remains. A darn good way to finish out! If this is what a mid life crisis is I'm ready for another one. :P
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Well it is final. Joined tinboats three days ago, and my dream of owning my first boat came true Tuesday. I believe I got a good deal on this boat. It's a 16.5' EdoCraft aluminum jon boat with a pretty well installed what I am going to call a fishing deck on the front. I have the for sale...
Howdy from NW Georgia! Fixing (hopefully) to be a proud owner of a 16.5' Eldocraft with a 25hp Mariner equipped with two brand new trolling motors. Previous owner has already made a small mod on the front of the boat with a fishing deck. My only concerns are he stats that the motor was running...