I have had this unwanted problem for a while with this mix of fuel/water leaking from a gasket and building the bottom of the cowl. Lately the fuel smell is getting stronger. I usually clean it out and keep going after each use. After a trip to the parts store with an exhaust manifold cover (2...
I 've got this '86 Duracraft that I'm restoring and down to the livewell with a single drain in/out with an uptake tube. It's all original welded one piece. From my research it looks as if a valve of sorts is missing or I need to cut another hole in the side of the boat to pipe water in and out...
I been working my way through restoring the boat to original shape. The livewell looks like it has seen better days and looks stained and crusty from neglect and lake water and other debris. Can anyone give me some good pointers on making sure the tank is good and solid, how to refinish the...
Re: Is there a way to get a 25merc 2 stroke to charge batteries?
Thanks Charlie B, I'll plan to get switched over to an additional battery in the Spring. I don't think I'll get very many long days of trolling here in the winter just a few hours on the warmer afternoons. You gave me some great...
Im curious if there is a device that can be attached to a 25hr two stroke that will charge on-board batteries? The motor has an electric start but no alternator. How expensive would it become make this coversion? Any ideas would be great.
I have a 25merc electric start outboard w/o an alternator or internal charging system on an older jon boat. My electronics are powered by a stand alone 12v deep cycle interstate marine battery that I recharge after each use. I run a depth finder, trolling motor and lights and occasional...
Would a can of auto Gunk cleaner be too harsh. i need to get a good wire brush all through these cavities and down behind the prop area. It is a pretty heavy build up on a 2003 motor. Probally never been done but not sure it affects the performace at all but also might hide some possible wear...
I started having idle and ignition problems so I decided to check the oil in the lower unit and came out black with a grey cloudy mixture in it. The oil itself had a strong odor as well. I know I had a small leak in the upper shaft area and only recovered about 6oz of the 9 or 10oz that went...
Bought my first a used boat and notice starters teeth were worn out and after a few trips to the lake if figured out several issues. First couple of starts w electric start fires ups and runs great. After making the first stop, things go down hill and problem seems to worse during the day. If...
