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    2001 F115 alternator output

    That said. Guages my be off some, but overcharged is still answer I got from dealer
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    I know my 2001 F115 TLRD put out 15-+ volts at WOT. That’s what I’m attributing my AGM failure. Extra weight in my barge doesn’t bother me at all. Just want to safely use this battery with that engine. Thanks for the feedback. Love this site
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    Already burnt up a nice agm. 2 years old and fried a cell, over charging, so flooded is my answer there. As to why, cause I run these in my ag tractors and have a great line on them. Don’t need that much reserve, but already have it, but don’t wanna crush my Yami. Love this engine! Mines the...
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    I’m looking to just use the one. Pontoon on lake/ barge canal system in upstate New York. May carry backup battery for long weekend, but day trips normally.
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    Thanks. I’m usually plugged in at dock with onboard charging system, but go out for extended runs from time to time. Don’t see over taxing this monster. Got a great deal and was cautious about using it without research.
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    I’m looking to see if using a group 8D battery on a Yamaha 115 outboard will harm this motors charging system. Is there a way to put an online buffer or it’s not needed at all?
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    Dual thrust prop on partyhut

    I have just down pitched my Yamaha F115 tlrb from a 19 pitch to an 11" dual thrust prop. This was a Craigslist find and for the price it would be , at least be a good back up prop. Found that on 28' Partyhut, I had same top end and it actually brought rpm to 6100 for first time. My question is...
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    Need new harness for 703 to 115 fourstrke

    I am repowering a 28 ' pontoon with a 2005 F115 four stroke and need longer harness. Cables are no problem, but don't want to splice in extension. Can you order new? And from where? Thanks
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    1971 400 merc. coil problem

    I've got a 40 hp merc, ser. # 3,305,415, And have come to the conclusion that I have a bad coil. This is the large coil on the frame that has the spark plug lead to the distributer. Ther is no continuity thru the tower to the frame. I have a weak spark , but on correct time . I have tested the...
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