Motor question

[Blue_Runner]

Jdog - boat name sounds cool. Sounds like you are fairly new to boat ownership? Let me just say that probably the worst mistake new boat owners make is forgetting to put the plug in before backing the boat in the water. I seriously doubt you could find a single boat owner who can honestly say they have never forgot. So, what I am saying is, always remember to make sure the plug is in before putting the boat in. It took a couple near sinkings for me to get it through my head......don't be like me!!

[Illogikal99]

mind if I add my 2 cents???
Great motor you got there! built like a tank but it burns just as much fuel, keep an eye on your fuel gauge and enjoy the rude. aside from the motor def spend a few minutes learning the basic rules and etiquette on the water if you havent already. also work on your karma and always lend a hand or a tow if you see someone in need. enjoy that beastie and welcome to the site!

[RWilson2526]

And that lower unit nasty smelling oil is normal. No need to worry.

[Jdog]

Originally Posted by RWilson2526

And that lower unit nasty smelling oil is normal. No need to worry.

Thank you that's real good to know.

[bksah2]

I HAVE FORGOT THE PLUG thanks to my kids we saved the boat before it got to bad
I also disconnect my trailer lights before i back down the ramp ......

[Jdog]

yea I just got a new trailer light kit and it says that its submersible, but it had a 1/2 inch square hole on the bottom of each light where the wires run so water can go right inside and fill it up???? seriously??? WTF WAL-MART!!!

[macojoe]

I added guide on's and bought pole lights, no more issues!! Screw them other lights!! I have had them all!! I never disconnect before putting in water anymore!
I bought enough wire so to make all connections from the trailer hitch to top of post so no connections go in the water to rot off.
AAAAThis is just a site to show you, I got on ebay cheaper!

http://www.veveinc.com/shop/Pipe-Lig...T-Lights..html

[Jdog]

Originally Posted by Illogikal99

mind if I add my 2 cents???
Great motor you got there! built like a tank but it burns just as much fuel, keep an eye on your fuel gauge and enjoy the rude. aside from the motor def spend a few minutes learning the basic rules and etiquette on the water if you havent already. also work on your karma and always lend a hand or a tow if you see someone in need. enjoy that beastie and welcome to the site!

I am a real nice person and I always help others when needed.

[Jdog]

Originally Posted by Blue_Runner

Jdog - boat name sounds cool. Sounds like you are fairly new to boat ownership? Let me just say that probably the worst mistake new boat owners make is forgetting to put the plug in before backing the boat in the water. I seriously doubt you could find a single boat owner who can honestly say they have never forgot. So, what I am saying is, always remember to make sure the plug is in before putting the boat in. It took a couple near sinkings for me to get it through my head......don't be like me!!

Yes I had a boat before with a 5hp motor but nothing like what I have now so I have already learned that lesson the hard way lol