Root Cause:  Zebra Mussels 
 
Yes, what I thought was a engine mechanical issue was the drag created by a couple thousand zebra mussels.  No bottom paint on this boat since I intended on rack storage this year, but due to Covid, the rack storage building was full, and the marina fork lift had mechanical issues.  So, I kept the Welly in a slip.  I expected a power and acid wash at the end of the season, but I but not expect the mussels.  I had her in Lake Huron last year – no mussels issue there.  Anyway, I wanted to follow-up.  Sorry for wasting your brain power on my screw-up.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
	
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