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    How much deflection is normal in Fiberglass Deck

    It’s definitely not 3/8”. Maybe 3/16” at the most. Sometimes I will hear a pop - but it’s hard to get it to do so. That definitely concerns me. Would you glass in the reinforcement from underneath? Not sure I have enough access to do so. Ill take a look into that when I replace the rotten...
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    How much deflection is normal in Fiberglass Deck

    Yes, sir. The area with a bit of flex is between the two hatches.
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    Bypass oil injection 2000 90ELPTO

    I have a 1996 40 ELPTO and have also deleted the oiler (for similar reasons). The oiler was deleted before I bought the motor, but I have personally deleted several others. The short answer of “how” to do it: Plug any line that goes into the tank with whatever seems appropriate. I have had...
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    How much deflection is normal in Fiberglass Deck

    Hello, all! I purchased a wellcraft 2002 22WA about 6 months ago. This is my first fiberglass boat, but I have been around boats for years. I’ve noticed a small amount of bounce in the middle of the floor by the stern. It’s not noticeable unless you are feeling for it. I do not see any...
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    2002 Johnson 150 (Carb) Oiler Delete

    I've heard very good things about the VRO2/OMS system and I agree that it is far more convenient. My concern is the lack of ability to monitor the oil level, relying on the 24 year old alarm to function correctly (on a boat that has clearly not been well taken care of), and my lack of...
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    90 Mercury 40HP motor

    My 1996 4 cyl ELPTO40 has been the best motor I've ever owned. Delete the oiler, run them often, and they are bulletproof. Despite this, I have not found them to hold their value the way that 80/90's Yamaha 2 strokes - undeservingly, in my opinion - do. You may be better off selling or keeping...
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    2002 Johnson 150 (Carb) Oiler Delete

    Thank you, sir! I appreciate the responses and reassurance.
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    2002 Johnson 150 (Carb) Oiler Delete

    Hello! I recently purchased a Wellcraft 22WA with a 2 stroke 2002 Johnson V6 150 - I believe it is an ocean pro but the decals have been removed. It is carbbed and not a FICHT. The boat was neglected, but in otherwise good condition. I do not trust the oiler system. I am aware the late model...
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    Strange power loss 1991 Yamaha 25MSHP

    They were separate occurrences that happened back to back. I was trying to be thorough about the motors behavior before the problems started
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    Strange power loss 1991 Yamaha 25MSHP

    I’ve been having a mind numbingly odd issue with my Yamaha 25hp for the last month or so. I ran out of gas at WOT about 300 yds from the boat ramp. Tried to get the motor started, failed. Got it back to the ramp, busted my bowl gasket due to it being flooded. Rebuilt the carb. Since the...
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    1991 Yamaha 25mshp 2 Stroke Emergency Signal Light

    The folks over at Crowley Marine were able to get it answered. Makes sense, as there was no water running through it at the time. Posting this in hopes that it helps someone in the future. Thanks all
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    1991 Yamaha 25mshp 2 Stroke Emergency Signal Light

    I believe the imp shredded while using a bad water hose performing repairs. Not enough water getting in I guess. I'll be dropping the LU this week. Hopefully all the little chunks will turn up without issue. Unfortunately Yammy's website does not have manuals dating back far enough for my model...
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    1991 Yamaha 25mshp 2 Stroke Emergency Signal Light

    My main question is: does anyone definitively know what this indicator light is trying to warn me of? If it's a low oil level or temp gauge then I know it is a faulty indicator, but if it is an indicator for no/low oil pressure or water pressure, then I know I've got a problem on my hands...
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    1991 Yamaha 25mshp 2 Stroke Emergency Signal Light

    The tank was more than halfway full. I'm thinking I'll drain the tank, clean, refill with good fresh oil, and check again. I'm debating on deleting the oiler system all together. The fact that this light comes on so consistently with the flywheel makes me skeptical of how much information it...
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    1991 Yamaha 25mshp 2 Stroke Emergency Signal Light

    This could be a stupid question, but would anyone be able to enlighten me as to what the emergency signal light... signals? Last night I took my 25 2 stroke out for the first time since thanksgiving, and the first time since rebuilding the fuel pump. My impeller was shredded and the motor was...
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