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Hello all, i ran with biodegradable 2-stroke oil in my 40hp '62 Johnson this year. Pretty crummy weekend weather, so I couldn't form much of an opinion. I really want this to work, as I'm conscious of the impact I'm having on the air and water. I figure I'm scoring a few points for running...

I run a 60's vintage 40hp Johnson on a 14' Arkansas Traveler aluminum double cockpit runabout. The transom is narrow, so there's not much flotation aft. I moved the battery forward to improve the trim, but it still takes a while to get on plane when there are passengers in the rear cockpit. I...

I've had one or two negative boating experiences over the years, and the common denominator seems to be lack of foresight or neglected precautions. I was sorting through and updating the tool kit that I carry in the boat, and I added a few items to the checklist I keep in there. It started as...

Hi All, Thought I might post a few photos of my project. This is a 14' all aluminum runabout with 2 cockpits. There's no pass-thru from the 1st to the second cockpit. I bought her completely stripped. There was no flotation, the transom plywood was mush, and someone had slapped on a red and...

Hello Is it at all likely that a manufacturer could have produced a hull with absolutely no identifying markings? Could this info have been on a metal plate that’s been lost or removed? I’ve looked pretty carefully, and can’t find a thing. I’m concerned about getting a registration once I’m...

Hello, Have acquired the motor mentioned above. They're apparently rated at 30HP despite the name. They came with a long shaft. I'd like to modify it to better suit my transom. Has anyone got a lead on the parts to convert to short shaft? I basically got the motor for nothing, (with a helm...

Hello I’m working on a 14’ double-cockpit runabout. Can’t identity the manufacturer, and there’s no capacity/rating badge. All flotation was removed prior to purchase, and I want to restore at least most of what was originally provided. The spaces beneath the seats, and the hollow partition...

Hello I’ve got an as yet unidentified double cockpit tin runabout. Restoration is progressing,(transom, steering, upholstery, etc.). The boat is just shy of 14’. I own an 18hp Evinrude ‘57 that I’ve used with a ‘49 PennYan wood and canvas runabout I restored. I plan to sell the Woodie and run...

Hi I’m looking for a steering wheel for a small aluminum runabout I’m restoring. I’ve got the drum/pulley/ cable, but need the wheel. Approximately 15”.

Hello, I've got the as-yet-unidentified small runabout, and I'm a bit concerned about the condition of the plywood at the transom. I figure that the boat often had a clogged scuttle and too much standing water, and the bottom of the transom plywood is a bit "mushy". I'd like to replace the...

Hello all. Found your site and I can tell there’ll be lots of helpful information here. I’ve got a new project and could use some help with identifying the manufacturer. I’ll take some photos tomorrow, but for the time being, does “Red Cloud” ring any bells? The boat is a double cockpit...