Needed to replace a couple of rollers on my trailer. Went down to West and picked up the rollers and new shafts. First off I noticed the end caps that came with the shaft were cheap and would have rusted off in a month. I could have gotten the galvanized caps but didn't think about it...
I want to build a storage area in my boat. What wood should I use. It will be completely glassed in. I have done a lot of fiberglass work before but just not sure what wood to use. A buddy suggested mdo plywood. Any suggestions or comments on structural issues. I plan to put a hatch in...
Raised the engine two holes and did some performance tests. I think I'm good to go. Avg slip of 12.85% from four WOT test runs. No overheat or cavitation issues. Cav plate is clearly visible. Much less spray from around the cav plate.
Might try a 19 pitch if the opportunity is there. Big...
Its a 2008 two stroke. with 40 hours. Had the 20 hours service. Of course, I run the corn laced gas. I probably wont use the boat for a month or so since its January and getting freakin cold. Ok it's Charleston SC but its cold to me.
Rodbolt says - you are not going to drain all of the gas...
Just got a 2008 Yam 90 2 stroke. Noticed that the boat has more steerage going to port then starboard. Checked it out and the steering rod seems too short. When steering to port the engine will turn until to the stops (on the engine). When steering to starboard steering cable fully retracts...
Anyone see any issue with my plan to fix the hole? I have worked with fiberglass a good bit so it?s a given that surfaces will be properly cleaned and prepared.
Went out last weekend and someone was sitting in a deck chair in the front of the boat. Hit a big wake and the person and chair...
I'm thinking about ordering one of these for my Yamaha 90 two stroke. Have searched the forums and it seems that most everyone has had an issue with these units.
Anyone out there that hasn't had a problem?
Any input (good or bad)?
thanks
I'm thinking about order one of these for my Yamaha 90 two stroke. Have searched the forums and it seems that most everyone has had an issue with these units.
Anyone out there that hasn't had a problem?
Any input (good or bad)?
thanks
Hwsiii - You nailed the mph exactly. Thanks so much for your and others help. Anyone reading this -Hwsiii and the other "prop gurus" know that they are talking about. Post your questions and give the information they are asking for. Pictures help.
Question - Do you think I should go up...
Boat seems to drag over 4000 rpms. Only getting 4500 rpms and WOT and trimmed up.
1984 18 Privateer, 1250 dry weight, 2008 90 hp Yamaha 2 stroke (8 hrs)
Michigan Wheel Apollo Series 13 1/4 by 17" SS prop.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
First off, thanks everyone for all of your expert knowledge you post to this site!!!
I just repowered my 18 cc with a 2008 Yamaha 90hp two stroke. Broke in the engine this weekend. The prop that was installed was a SS Michigan Wheel Apollo Series 13 1 / 4 by 17. This prop would hit the...
Any suggestions other then whats in the manual.
The dealer said -
Follow manual - the first 10 minutes (done at the dealer)
Follow manual - the first 50 minutes
don't exceed 3000 rpms, vary engine speed occasionally
Follow manual - the next two hours
don't exceed 4000...
