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    Eagle magnum II fish finder

    Looking for user manual and power cable (part#PC-1-08-54) Eagle no longer has the manuel for downloads and I continue to search e-bay/craigslist. Customer service stated no other part will interchange.
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    jackplate question

    I have a new tiller short shaft 20hp 4cy engine which adds to much weight to my current 14ft alum V. If I find a boat that required a long shaft engine can I use a jackplate to make the necessary adjustment or will motor be to low in the water or is this just s stupid question, be nice. Quess...
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    water coming over my transom

    I have a 14' Alum V rated at 600lb and 20hp. Just changed motors from a 6hp to a 20hp. Weight in rear is 115 motor and 200 me (315 total). Weight forward is gas,battery, wife, about 250 total. Anti Vib plate is even with bottom of boat. Breaking in new motor at 1/8 speed everything seemed ok...
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    Tohatsu 15hp or 20hp ???

    Know I getting a Tohatsu, my questions is 15hp or 20hp. According to Manu specs, both are 351cc, both weigh 114lbs, both have a bore stroke of 61x60(?), only diffence is 15 is 5-6000 rpms and the 20 is 5400-6100 rpms. Motor is going on a 14 alum V rate at 640 pounds. With myself and son we...
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    Please confirm shaft length I need

    Would like to upgrade my 1978 8Hp Johnson. This motor measures 17" and is on a Starcraft 14' Alum V. The transum measures 15". So can I assume I need a short shaft the will measure between 15 & 17 or should I stay with something that is not longer than 15? Also any suggestions on a 15 or 20...
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    impeller replacement for 1976 Johnson 6hp

    On a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to replace the impeller. Was testing motor in garbage can, started and stopped it about 5 times, was peeing the first 4 times but the fifth time I noticed it stopped. How would I check if its just dirt in the intake or filter screen? And should I replace the...
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    Rear Bunks Questions

    Have a 14' Alum V. Trailer have 3 rollers and a set of rear bunks. In process of replacing bunks. Current bunks are setup to move up & down as boat is launched. Should I keep them this way or bolt them down so they dont move? Also, does it matter if I move bunks closer to center of trailer...
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    transducer attached with velcro

    Anybody every try attaching their transducer using velco rather than drilling holes in their alum boat?? Have my unit attached to the seat that way, but not sure how the glue will hold up in the water. Just purchased speed indicator and looking for way to mount without drilling.
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    Johnson 6hp recoil spring - how to test

    Was out on lake gave it a pull and rope never recoiled. Have the side mounted pinion gear starter. Can I assume the spring is shot, or is there something I can do to test it?? If spring is shot, is this a do it yourselfer job or take it to the shop? Iam somewhat handy, but sometimes unlucky...
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    circuit breaker for trolling motor

    Minn Kota "recommends 60amp manual-reset circuit breaker" Can I get away with an inline 40-50-60 amp fuse ($10-15) or go with circuit break at ($35>). Any other suggestions highly appreciated. Model is Endura 45.
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    replacing brushes on older Minn Kota 60 trolling mtr

    Trying to replace brushes. It impossible to get them back in. Do have have to remove the two magnets and if so how do I do that?? If not, how do I get the new brushes and springs in, recess the brushed so I can put the armature back in??
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