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As the other guys mentioned, I too normally just use OEM brand product. Meaning something along the lines of either Merc or BRP brand etc. If you get good Marine rated grease, it should actually be, not only water resistent, but also be somewhat able to repel water too. Probabaly the...

That sucks Dave. Sorry to hear this. :( At least you've got the ability to do some of the work yourself though, which is always helpful. :thumb: -Chris

Sorry to hear that. Right now, people are just not buying luxury items and it's really hurting the industry. You gotta know that when Merc is hurting, that things aren't good. :( -Chris

I have a few old Merc manuals, I got them at Oldmercs.com Here's a link to one of the pages that has the older Merc manuals. http://www.eastcoastmarineservice.com/manuals.html -Chris

Agreed. I'd revisit the water-pump and make sure it's good to go. We've seen all kinds of stuff over the years and the most common thing that comes up, even after it's been serviced, is issues with the water pump itself. I've heard of people installing them backwards, run them dry right after...

I normally use Marine Grease as it's better at dealing with water and moisture. :) -Chris

Welcome to the forums JP - nice to have you with us. :) They're all "junk" when they aren't running! And all the "greastest thing ever" when they are! I'll look forward to watching your project, progress along. :thumb: -Chris

Thanks dave - that's good info that might hopefully help someone down the line. :) Thanks for posting it. :thumb: -Chris

Brunswick Corp. has announced that it will discontinue production of their Maxxum boat brand. Link to article below... http://www.boating-industry.com/output.cfm?id=2257921 -Chris

Well, I basically grew up at my Grandparents cottage. And yeah, like what you do, Grandma and Grandpa had lots of rules to keep me safe. And if I broke the rules, then there was a loss of priviledges. Like what you do, I could go certain places without a life-jacket and the minute I went...

For '66, my manual lists a 80 HP and a 100 HP. For '64 or '65 they list a 90 HP. I looked for the factory compression rates, but they weren't listed in the manual. Which is kinda dumb.... :irked: -Chris

Welcome aboard weelilboats - nice to have you with us. That's quite a little collection of watercraft you've gathered up. :D -Chris

Bluehorse, I've got a Seloc manual which I believe covers your year of motor. What is the exact year and exact H.P.? I don't list a 95 H.P. I've got a 90 listed. Let me know and I'll see if there are specs for the compression. Generally, with compression, you want to see even figures...

Chris, there was a headline on the Sun today, saying nine people have died in nine days in Muskoka related to boating. Obviously a sad development. But it kinda proves the point to me. Which is, enforce the existing rules and regulations and that in itself is enough. In the end, pretty well...

As Chris E said, totally possible to do, but maybe not worth the investment of time, money and effort. Why not just look for something already ready to go. :) -Chris

Thanks for posting those pics Hick. :) It looks really nice. :thumb: Hopefully not too nice that you don't find time for the Check restoration. ;) :D -Chris

Hi bluehorse, Sounds like a fun project - hopefully you'll show us some pics. :thumb: With those old motors, the ignition systems are pretty finicky. It sounds like you've already done quite a bit of work. I would have a good look at the ignition system and overhaul it. I gather...

Glad to hear you got it fixed up. :) Now hopefully you can go do some boatin'. :thumb: -Chris

Hi Lipps, Perhaps you should try the guy who just joined up and says he fabricates windshields. I don't know much about him, but perhaps he can help. If you end up dealing with him, let us know how it goes. :) -Chris

I believe Sunbrella recommends 303 products. Here's a link to the303 waterproofing spray. :) http://www.303products.com/shop303/index.cfm/category/66/303-high-tech-fabric-guard.cfm -Chris