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    Suzuki DF15 Electrical System

    Hey Everyone, I am confused with my Suzuki DF15 (4-stroke, electric start) electrical system. It has 12V 145W 12A alternator system and battery charging system but i don't know how to use those. Is the starting cable also the charging cable? Can i connect my device to that cable? The manual...
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    Fuel Water Separator

    Hello PWC owners, Can you guys give me the model/part number of your PWC fuel/water separator? I am looking one for my outboard but they all seem too big. I hope those made for PWC are much smaller. Thanks
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    Transom is peeling off already..

    I bought this boat new a few months ago and have taken it out for only few times. I just noticed the top of the transom's peeled off. How serious is this? It is a Walker Bay 340 Hypalon. So much for 10 yrs warranty!
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    Shortern Sacrificial Anode

    I have two zinc anodes on my Suzuki DF15 outboard, one is like a disc under the caviation plate, the other is about an inch long, shaped like a fat worm on top of it, It causes me a little problem fitting the Sport SE 200 hydrofoil. Can i cut out about 1/4 without causing any troubles? Picture...
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    Gas Smell in Oil

    Hello Guys, I just bought two Suzuki DF6 and DF15 model 2010 recently. I just made my first oil change yesterday for the DF6 and i noticed strong gas smell in the old oil. I ran the DF6 for 30 minutes after replacing the oil and drained it to test again but this time no gas smell. I drained...
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    Is it ok to transport inflatable boat on car roof, California

    Anyone from CA? Is it ok to transport my boat inflated on the car roof? The boat is just about the same size as my car, if not a little smaller.
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    Fuel water seperator & STA-BIL Marine Fuel Stabilizer

    Do i still need a fuel water seperator if i use STA-BIL Marine Fuel Stabilizer?
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    How do you apply registration number and sticker...

    ..on your inflatable? I am looking for a few alternatives and advices before doing it. :)
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    Cause of cooling impeller damage without water

    I have read the line below quite often but what is the cause? Overheating? "It only takes 30 seconds without water to destroy your cooling impeller."
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    Oil Filter and Fuel Filter for Small Outboard

    I think my Suzuki DF6 6hp 4 stroke doesnt have any of those filters. Should i get somethings for preventive cares? Any other recommendations on preventive care would be great, as i am new to boating. UPDATE: Acctually it has a tiny fuel filter and an oil filter :D Just found after searching...
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    Laying a four stroke on its side

    Is it safe to lay the outboard on its side (the right one) during a 3-5hrs trip without draining the oil? The manual isnt very clear about this. I hope i won't have to drain oil everytime i transport it. I drive car. :)
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    Suzuki Fuel Line

    Hello, I am looking for a fuel line assembly for my Suzuki DF6 2010 6HP. It should be the same as the earlier 2007-2009 model. Could you guys point me to a oem part? The Suzuki brand is rather expensive, and I already spent too much 8(
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    Tohatsu 4 stroke 6HP Outboard 2010

    Anyone has this outboard please you share your experiences with it. I am looking for an outboard for my 11" air floor inflatable. I have done some researching but i have found reports on older model (2007 or older) People complain the 4 stroke 6hp does not produce the advertised 6hp and vibrate...
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    What to do when engine dies???

    I am buying a boat and i haven't owned one before. I have no clues about boating. I want to know what to do, expect when my boat's motor dies and i am floating around (river & lake)? Should i call 911? :D I am from CA, Sacramento.
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    AquaMax Inflatable

    Hello Guys, I am looking to buy a decent inflatable boat in the sizes 11-13'. I came across this site, however, i couldn't find much infor about this brand AquaMax. Anyone have experiences with them please share...
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