Forum: Performance
08-30-2015, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,241
Fire extinguisher
Coast Guard folks are not so diligent about fire extinguishers when it comes to their actual use. I reported a malfunctioning fire ext. which had C. C. approved markings on it and was not encouraged...
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Forum: Repairs
08-08-2015, 06:01 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 214
Great
As usual you guys are great. Thanks a bunch.
G
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Forum: Repairs
08-08-2015, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 214
2 stroke back pressure?
Just read a post reply (TERMANATER) that discussed putting a 2 stroke in a tank and being careful about the depth of water. According to the discussion the caution relates to proper back pressure...
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Forum: Repairs
08-05-2015, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 233
I used the ends of two bungi cords - they bend...
I used the ends of two bungi cords - they bend easyly and were available - worked great but I had to take them off after returning to the dock because I also use the bungi as tie downs in my truck...
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Forum: Repairs
08-05-2015, 06:01 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 233
Duh!
The problem once solved is simple. Thanks smoke. I went to the Bimini manufacturer's site but never used the "Bimini pin" search. I'll be ordering the pins.
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Forum: Repairs
08-04-2015, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 233
Pins for Bimini?
I need two pins for my Bimini top. These pins slide through holes on the gunnel bracket to secure the metal stays. On one end of the pin is a flat locking mechanism that swivels open or close. I...
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Forum: Repairs
07-19-2015, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 302
Schematic
The schematic shows the tube coming from under the cowling and clamped down with a clip attached to a grease fitting that may be for the steering rod encasement. Cannot follow tube (using schematic)...
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Forum: Repairs
07-19-2015, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 302
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Forum: Repairs
07-18-2015, 07:23 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 302
Found schematic of motor that shows original...
Found schematic of motor that shows original configuration (tube without crimp) and it does show a plug at the open end of the tube. This plug looks a lot like fuel connections on some of my small...
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Forum: Repairs
07-18-2015, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 302
50 Yama front p hole tube?
My 2005 50 hp 2 stroke Yamaha (recently purchased) has a small tube extending from the front of the engine under the cowling to the inside edge of the transom. The tube has been crimped with...
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Forum: Modifications
06-23-2015, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 626
Feel better
Thanks all! Never had a boat with this set up but evidently it is common for water to invade through the drain hole. What I did not mention is that previous owner re routed fuel line up through the...
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Forum: Modifications
06-23-2015, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 626
Too much weight on transom?
Just purchased an old West Boats 18 footer in excellent shape but the 50hp 2 stroke Yamaha lowers the stern such that the stern deck drain hole takes in water. (Other post puts weight @ 189 lbs.) ...
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Forum: Repairs
06-17-2015, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 256
Finished install
Just finished installing kicker bracket. Cutting access hole was uneventful but removing foam was not easy. The stuff was rigid and came out in small pieces. Was glad to see that the inside was...
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Forum: Repairs
05-05-2015, 06:13 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 256
Also my initial thoughts
I had the same idea until I talked to a professional installer. Re: two 4 inch strips would work but for long term stability back plate should be one piece that matches or exceeds size of bracket...
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Forum: Repairs
05-05-2015, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
I agree with you and Spare. A lot of politics...
I agree with you and Spare. A lot of politics and a lot of emotion surrounding E10. My brother just retired as a John Deere mechanic. He's on both sides of the issue: Likes the boost in farm...
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Forum: Repairs
05-04-2015, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 256
Need 8 inch access
Thanks for the quick reply. I think I need an 8 inch access plate in order to insert a big enough back plate for the bracket. Priced a bracket at West Marine for $22.00. Concerned about the...
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Forum: Repairs
05-04-2015, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 256
Cutting kicker bracket access hole.
Ready to install kicker bracket on old West Boat 18 footer. Stern has traditional configuration for main outboard but there are closed-in voids inboard on each side of the the engine well. Planning...
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Forum: Fishing
05-04-2015, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 162
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Forum: Repairs
05-03-2015, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
New wrinkle
Haven't cranked the Yama 50 yet but I have a 2.5 Yama that I bought several years ago for my wife's 12 ft. John boat and I just started it. It has been sitting idle in my shed for at least 2.5...
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Forum: Repairs
04-24-2015, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
E-8
Sounds good. Boat in the water tomorrow.
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Forum: Repairs
04-22-2015, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
Agees with local dealer
Thanks Starzo. You're advice agrees with my local Yama dealer. One question. Can you mix e-10 with regular gas? Seller put 5 gallons of non-e gas in tank before purchase.
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Forum: Repairs
04-11-2015, 12:02 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
10 micron
Don't know from microns but there is a water separator with recently changed filter
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Forum: Repairs
04-10-2015, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
Thanks everyone
Thanks all for responses. I might start using ethanol gas with the treatment recommended. Will be trucking boat home Sunday.
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Forum: Repairs
04-09-2015, 07:21 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
Run carbs dry
Used to disconnect fuel line and run till out of gas on an older boat. Had a 1985 4 cylinder Merc. Still had carburetor problems. I do this with all my equipment except diesel tractor. Chain...
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Forum: Repairs
04-08-2015, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 763
Ethanol/gas treatment/Yamaha
Bought another boat. 2005 2 stroke 50hp Yamaha. Planning on using gasoline with ethanol and treating with Stabil. Last owner advises against doing so. He also used ethanol gas with treatment but...
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