Forum: Repairs
06-03-2011, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 375
If you're trying to do it on the cheap, figure...
If you're trying to do it on the cheap, figure out which is power & ground on a working guage & jumper them to a non working guage, that may fix them all (if they are wired in series), or you may...
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Forum: General
06-03-2011, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,875
I honestly can't imagine a 20 inch transom, we...
I honestly can't imagine a 20 inch transom, we were shrimping in 2-3 footers last week & the only way to pull up the trawl is stern to the wind & my well was full with a 25" transom!
Not many little...
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Forum: Links
05-28-2011, 05:56 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 574
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Forum: Fishing
05-27-2011, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 628
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Forum: Off Topic
05-27-2011, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 1,798
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Forum: Modifications
05-27-2011, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,084
My experience is to not put anything behind a...
My experience is to not put anything behind a chine, not a transducer or trim tabs, the water is pretty turbulent there & air rides down the chines, the clean water is between the chines. Look over...
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Forum: Performance
05-27-2011, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,451
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Forum: Performance
05-27-2011, 09:02 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,451
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Forum: Performance
05-27-2011, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 392
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Forum: Performance
05-27-2011, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,395
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Forum: Performance
04-03-2011, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,250
My 87 has foam, I fish way out there, & I like...
My 87 has foam, I fish way out there, & I like the idea that it won't sink.
Aussie, you can always just weigh the boat, mines a cuddy with a big 200 merc & aluminum tandem trailer, it goes about...
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Forum: Performance
03-14-2011, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,250
ohoh
THat doesn't sound so good, my '69 f-100 with a 360 (same block, right?) hardly notices the v back there, until you try to stop!
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Forum: Modifications
02-26-2011, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 2,322
trailer brakes
I'm with the folks here that say they aren't worth the trouble, at least if you are in salt water..
How the heck does a cop know if you have trailer brakes without climbing under your trailer?
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Forum: Repairs
02-26-2011, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 353
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Forum: General
02-21-2011, 08:16 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,314
bumper
I nearly pulled the bumper off my nissan 4x4 truck a few years back, & it was up the ramp that caused it. I'm sure you are fine for a one time deal, but I'd agree with those that say put a receiver...
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Forum: General
02-13-2011, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,009
Of course
Of course, now I get it, it's all so simple now!
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Forum: Performance
02-03-2011, 09:31 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 979
thanks
I have only had one force experience & it was not good. I let this one slide anyway, I'm trying to hold out for that yammie 150 I know is out there. You know, the one i can afford!
Doug
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Forum: Performance
01-30-2011, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 979
125 mercury?
I'm on the search for an engine & found a 2002 Merc 125. I love that it only weighs 350lbs. It should push it OK don't you think? They came with 140's before they changed where they measure...
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Forum: General
01-29-2011, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,009
counter rotating
Thanks,
I'll go to that thread & look, but as has been stated it's just the foot that's different.
I've run many twins but on boats at work, I couldn't afford the boat, engines or fuel!
I...
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Forum: General
01-28-2011, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,009
counter rotating props?
I'm still searching for a motor for my '87 cuddy. Want a carb yammie, but since I have merc controls I'd settle for a 150 merc. I've seen a few deals with a pair of counter rotating props & it got me...
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Forum: Repairs
01-04-2011, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 600
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Forum: General
12-12-2010, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,271
thanks
Thanks guys , especially skunk, I'm not even sure I hve the truck sold now, we'll see. They quoted me 11k for a df140 + controls, mounted, hows that sound? It's more than I was looking to spend, I...
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Forum: General
12-09-2010, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,271
Suzuki DF140?
I went to pick up my boat with the still broke merc200 on it & may have sold my truck to the boat guy!
I saw a Suzuki 140 there & was interested, I like that it's light & small. Anybody have one?...
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Forum: Repairs
10-04-2010, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,315
new engine
Been really backed up at work & home too, called about the motor today, had to leave a message. I really appreciate all the input guys & I'll let you know how it turns out.
Doug
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Forum: Repairs
09-26-2010, 05:21 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,315
new engine
Thanks Ferm,
It seems like a good deal, maybe too good to be true, so I'll be careful.
Why don't you like yammies?
I've run Mercs for a lifetime (I'm a park ranger & have worked the coast...
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