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    Winter Engine Storage

    This is my first year having a boat. I have to winter storage options. <br /><br />1. Pay 300 for the winter and have it placed in bulk storage.<br /><br />or <br /><br />2. Purchase a huge plastic/plether tent with sides and store in my yard. Obviously I like this option because it would be...
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    Winter Storage

    This is my first year having a boat. I have to winter storage options. <br /><br />1. Pay 300 for the winter and have it placed in bulk storage.<br /><br />or <br /><br />2. Purchase a huge plastic/plether tent with sides and store in my yard. Obviously I like this option because it would be...
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    owners manual

    Where can I get an owners manual for a 89 175 Johnson outboard?
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    Warm -up Lever

    My '89 Johnson 175 HP has a warm up lever that I have never used (only had the boat for 2 months). I can usually get the thing started with 2 or 3 cranks and the thing just idles great (cold start). I was wondering if I should be using the warmup lever instead? I'm I doing harm by not using the...
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    boat engines vs car engines

    I know this questions is not appropriate for this fourm but I have to ask. Why in the heck can't outboard manufacturers make engines that last like a car's engine? A car will run for miles and miles for years and years. Outboards can't go a freaking month without something going wrong. I guess...
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    boat engines vs car engines

    I know this questions is not appropriate for this fourm but I have to ask. Why in the heck can't outboard manufacturers make engines that last like a car's engine? A car will run for miles and miles for years and years. Outboards can't go a freaking month without something going wrong. I guess...
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    Sneezing when cold

    Lately when I first start (cold) my 89 175 HP Johnson, it sneezes itself out a couple times before running like a champ. Is this normal? What is the cause? What is the fix? Is this hurting my engine? How serious is it? I'm new to this stuff so I appreciate the "for dummies" advice.<br /><br />Jason
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    Prop

    How does one know if they need a new prop? Only if it is totally trashed? What kind of maintenance should a prop get on a annual basis><br /><br />Jason :p
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    full power

    Last night I really screwed up. I put the boat in without the plug! Luckily I remember before I drove the truck up the ramp to park. Nevertheless, it was a race against the clock. I eventually won but the boat was draining like and the bildge pump was running like Hoover **** . Anyway, I put the...
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    screaming

    how can i get a whale tail kicking on my ranger boat? i have a 175 89 johnsonon the back and the thing absolutly hauls. do i have to trim it up all the way when cruising?
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    how long will gel coat last

    Hey I just bought an '89 ranger bass boat and like any new boat owner i want to take care of it best i can. the boat has always been stored inside and looks perfect. i have been reading lots about gel coat and oxidation. how frequently should i clean my boat and wax it? once a year? 2 times, 5...
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    muff testing

    WHen I hook my muffs up to the engine... do i need to wait until water comes out of the pee hole before starting? thanks.
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    Rectifier Regulator - 89 175HP Johnson

    If I can charge my batteries, doesn't that mean that my rectifier regulator is okay? What else can I check for non working tachometer?<br /><br />.... yes, the grey wire is properly hooked up.
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    '89 Johnson 175 HP - Preventive Maintenance

    Should I be changing the water impeller every year? Every other? How do I know when it's giong bad? What about the water pumps and gas pumps? I have never had any problem with any of them but would like to know.
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    Muffs on my Johnson

    Want to do some testing tonight on my 175 HP Johnson and just got a pair of muffs that hook up to the hose. Do I turn the hose on all the way? What is the sign that I can turn the engine over? I can't imagine the feeling I will have if I screw this up. :D
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