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    Wiring 24volt system

    Hi All, I wanted to see if any of you all see anything wrong with this configuration. I currently have two batteries connected to a switch as indicated with one of them being a Start/Deep Combo. I wanted to add another Deep cycle for my 24vt trolling motor. I have a Minn Kota power center...
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    Battery Charger

    I am new to trolling motor batteries. I have the following charger. Would this be sufficient to charge my deep cycle batteries or should I invest in something different 75 Amp Engine Start - 25 Amp / 10 Amp / 2 Amp Continuous Charge Rates - Smart Battery Charger? Black and Decker Model #...
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    Trolling Motor Advice

    Hi all, I have a 2006 Sundance B20 Skiff. it is pretty light for a 20 footer, weighs about 2500lbs. I want to get back into bass fishing and need a trolling motor. In my searches, it suggests a 24volt motor to pull this size boat around. I have two opportunities to purchase a used trolling...
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    Keys Fishing

    I headed to the keys for a week and looking to have some fish for dinner. Looking for coordinates for fishing holes off of Marathon and Cudjoe. I'm equipted with a Downrigger and flatlines. Yellowtail would be fantastic!
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    New Powerpack?

    I replaced my fuel pump and all my issues are resolved! Now I'm looking at a brand new CDI powerpack and coils. Should I just throw those in my toolbox for future use or replace. I'm headed to the keys this weekend, so I wanted to make sure that if i needed parts I had them. I guess if it is...
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    Rough Idle?

    Hi all, I have a 2006 Johnson 115. My motor sound like it is running on 3 Cylinders. Here is what I've done so far. Rebuilt Carbs with new kits - I've been through them 3 times. Checked spark - Strong makes the 7/16 jump with no issues. Also verified with inductive timing light. Replaced...
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    Little brass plugs on Intake manifold

    2006 Johnson 115 V4 - Do you know what these are and what purpose they serve. They have a little ball in them. Wondering if thier plugged would it contribute to my dead cylinder issue.
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    only running on 1 and 2 - Help

    2006 Johnson 115 V4 Crossflow Had a mechanic come out to the house today for my bad idle issue. Compression tested good 125 across all 4 cylinders. He checked spark and it was good as well. He was convinced it is a fuel delivery issue. We get good suction from the carb throats when trying...
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    kill lanyard

    Should I be able to run with the kill lanyard disconnected? Reason why I say that is because my motor wouldn't idle but I was running it before i realized it was haning off of my rod holder. I reconnected and having same issues. Just wondering if maybe something is wrong with that switch. I...
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    2006 Johnson 115 will not idle.

    Here is the story: Boat sat for several months. I drained gas, bulb and carbs. Refilled with about 15 gallons and ran the boat. A little sluggish and will not stay running at idle. I replaced the fuel lines and inline filter. It was clogged due to breakdown of hose. I decided to clean the...
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    Warning horn malfunction?

    I continue to have issues with the low beeping noise I describe. I narrowed it down to the warning horn. This noise is a machine gun type, extremely fast beeping when I turn the key on. The engine is not even on. I checked the polarity of my trim gauge and verified all connections were clean and...
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    After a perfectly good night

    Went fishing one night and had no problems. The next morning I tried to flushed my 1995 Evinrude 90 CV4 and she no start. Starter would not enagage in flywheel but does turn. Other thing I noticed: Trim switch will not work on engine, only from the throttle and my trim gauge is pinged to the...
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    Starter will not engage

    1995 Evinrude 90HP CV4. Ran boat last weekend, no issues. Tried to start this weekend, starter turns but will not engage. Tried two brand new batteries(needed them anyway). I can turn gear by hand and it will lift correctly but here is the weird part, starter spins the opposite direction with...
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    Hustler Props

    These props any good that are sold on this site. Love to hear your comments.
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    95 Rude 90 Prop Question

    Hi All, Great Forum.<br /><br />I have a 1995 Sunbird Fish and Ski 170 with a 90hp Rude. Bought it new. This is the 90 degree, cross-scavenged V4, i believe. Boat came with a 14 x 19 Alum which I repitched to a 21. Everywhere I check they Suggest a 13.25 x 19 SS. Any ideas as to why my...
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