Hi All,
This may seem to be a very dumb question but the knowledge on this site is just too tempting to resist. I am going through my new-to me 1974 33 3/4tonner with the hope of launching her next weekend. I have the hull in reasonably good condition below the waterline (through hull fittings, bottom paint, running gear, etc.) now it is time to go through the engine and related systems. This boat has an Atomic 4, probably original and it seems to be in pretty good shape for its age. Looks like it was well maintained. I have a couple hopefully simple questions. 1. Is there generally an off or kill switch other than the ignition key? I have read in other posts about an off switch that is used before turning off the ignition key 2. This motor has an electric fuel pump upgrade and there is no documentation on it. Should I assume it will turn on with the ignition circuit or is there another switch I cant seem to find? 3. My previous experience with inboard boat transmissions (older power boats) is that they are easy to operate when the motor is not running. Mine is VERY difficult to move. The cable looks like it is not damaged. I will probably end up disconnecting it from the transmission to verify free operation but just curious about these reduction gearing systems. New oil in both engine and reduction gearcase. New fuel. New fuel filters. New spark plugs. Compression check very good (~85lbs with very little variance). I have not started it yet but that is my next step. Now before someone asks why these items were not dealt with during the survey or sea trial . Those services would have cost almost as much as the boat. I paid very little for the boat and was willing to take the risk. I know the previous owner. He has been and still is at my marina. I have seen the boat in the water and underway. I am an optimist at heart. Skip 1974 C&C 33 ¾ tonner Not named yet but leaning toward Mary Jane Not as a tribute to my hippy youth. Those are our Moms names!
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