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    Humminbird 981c , 987c Fishfinder Opinions

    Has anyone got either of these units? Im particularly interested in how good and useful the side imaging sonar is. <br /><br />And the reliability and reputation of Humminbird in general.. how good are they? I know they've had issues in the past but what are their new units like? They seem to be...
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    Mercury Enertia Prop - Anyone tested it yet?

    I've read about Mercury's new Enertia prop using, according to Mercury's marketing department, some new and fantastic alloy that is 30% stronger than stainless.<br /><br />Apparently this allowed them to make the blades on their new enertia prop a lot thinner.<br /><br />Has anyone actually...
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    Hoisting an outboard

    I have a 2000 model Mercury 225hp EFI outboard.<br /><br />If I wanted to reposition the outboard on the transom using an engine hoist, what is the best way to attach said engine hoist to said outboard?
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    Aussie needs prop advice.

    Greetings from down under.<br /><br />Just picked up a new (for me) boat 4 weeks ago. Boat is a 2000 model 22ft Fibreglass Bonito Calais 685. The hull has a deadrise of 23 degrees.<br /><br />Outboard is 2000 model Mercury 225 EFI. Manual says max rpm is 5800. The AV plate is about 1" higher...
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