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    Which AGM battery is best

    Hello All, Thinking about upgrading the batteries. Is there a big difference in the quality between AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) manufacturers? Which one to buy? Thanks, Dennis
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    Raymarine software update - Version 5.52

    Hello All, I received an email from Raymarine that Version 5.52 for the E-Series display is ready for downloading. Does anyone know what improvements are in the new version? Thanks, Dennis https://raymarine.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/raymarine.cfg/php/enduser/doc_serve.php?2=eseriesvipv5_correction
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    Seastar or Uflex hydraulic cylinder

    I am wondering which hydraulic cylinder to buy for my kicker. Seastar HC-5370 or Uflex UC132OBS. Both are side mounts with identical properties. Uflex states that the UC132 features a turning nut for a fast and easy installation to the engine tube (PATENTED). Thanks in advance, DiverDennis
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    Convert to steering tube on 15hp

    Is it possible to convert my 2002 Yamaha 15hp 4 stroke kicker to accept hydraulic steering? Can the existing tilt tube be fitted with a front mount hydraulic cylinder? Don't care about the throttle or shifting. Just want to be able to steer the OB with the inboard tiller via the hydraulics...
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    How to keep your electronics buss high

    Hello All, We were having trouble with the Raymarine electronics when starting the engine. The abrupt DC system voltage drop that accompanies engine starting was rebooting the E120 multifunction display, sounder, and autopilot. The original Marinette wiring did not have separate cranking and...
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    High water pressure bursts diaphram switch

    Hello All, Saturday we were heading out to do some fishing and to test the cooling water pressure alarm when the pressure switch blew up. It couldn?t handle the increased pressure from the new tap location. (see: http://www.marinetteboat.com/forum/yaf_postst566_Boy-am-I-STUPID.aspx) As she...
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    Ever see one of these trolling motors?

    It's a Navigator trolling motor used as a stern thruster on our boat. It rides up out of the water when on plane. Sure makes docking a lot less stressful. 24V, 55LB thrust, SS :cool:
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    Steer outboard from inboard tiller

    Hello All, I have a single inboard (hydraulic steering) and would like to be able to steer the kicker motor (15HP Yamaha) that is mounted on the swim platform. How can I rig a cable to the tiller and OB? Having a direct link will allow the autopilot to steer while trolling. Thanks. Outboard...
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