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    minn kota has only one speed

    Hi guys. I have an old minn kota 3hp motor w/ maximizer system. There is no foward thrust until it reaches 'HI'. Reverse works fine. Do I need to replace the variable speed switch/handle assy?<br />This is the unit that has all the wires going in and and out of it. If so where would be a good...
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    DJ my 40hp rude needs more help

    DJ my 40hp rude needs more help Remember me?. I had a 1985 rude 40hp vro(disconnected)electric remote. As suggested, I swapped a good used powerhead and every component that was attached to it to my engine that had a blown #2 cylinder. Took it out for first test run. Engine started easily and...
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    powerhead swap need finishing touches

    posted June 02, 2004 03:25 AM <br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />I finished the engine transplant and ran the engine. It sound real good. This weekend I plan to test it out in the water. I'm bringing a timing light to...
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    1985 evinrude 40 needs tender loving care

    I am having three problems with my 1985 Evinrude 40 with electric remote vro. First, it very hard to start every time, cold or hot, unless I raise the idle lever all the way up and prime the carb using the ignition key. Secondly, the engine won’t idle on it owns. Third, the engine surges at...
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