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    9.9 Merc Pro Kicker idle issues

    Hi all, I'm gonna try to keep this as short as possible. My 2009 9.9 Merc Pro Kicker (Tohatsu powerhead) won't idle buit will run at high RPM no problem. Had the low speed idle jet cleaned and it ran great for awhile then started doing the same. Cleaned the carb bowl and found black particles I...
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    Crestliner Sportfish SST transom crack

    Hi all, I have a 2005 Crestliner Sportfish 2150 with the SST transom. I have a re-occuring crack where the top starboard side transom meets the gunwale. Crestliner says this isn't a structural issue but a cosmetic one. If that's the case why does it keep cracking after repairs? Anyone else have...
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    15hp kicker doesn't fit

    Hi all, I have a 15hp Johnson trolling motor. My problem is the transom clamps only open to 2" and the transom on my Crestliner is 2 1/4" thick. I thought all motors would be standard to fit on any transom thickness? Has anyone else come across this problem? I'm wondering if the transom clamp on...
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    Volvo Penta Vibration

    Hi all, I have a 1986 AQ131A Volvo engine and a 275 outdrive on my Bayliner. I started getting some vibration coming from the engine/outdrive. My first thought was the gimble bearing but i was told there isn't one on the volvos's. However after reading some other posts I'm not so sure. Prop and...
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    21' w/150hp Underpowered?

    I'm looking into purchasing a 21' Sea swirl dual console either new or slightly used. The standard engine is 150hp. Does anyone know if this a bit underpowered for the size of the boat?
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    Volvo Penta cold weather usage

    I have an '86 Volvo Penta AQ131A in my fishing boat. I would like to fish late into the fall but am worried about freezing night temps causing damage. Can I just loosen the two drain cocks after a day of fishing? I'd rather not do a complete winterization until after the fall fishing season...
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    Happy Troller Installation

    Not sure if this is right forum or not but I have a Volvo Penta outdrive and would like to add a Happy Troller bracket to slow me down for trolling. Problem is with the exhaust outlet/trim tab on cavitation plate, seems like mounting bracket will have to hang quite a bit off the cavitation plate...
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    Bayliner trolling motor mounting

    Has anyone mounted a trolling motor bracket to an 86-87 bayliner Capri? The transom has a few different angles to it which means I have to come up with some kind of spacer that matches the transom angles. Just looking for some ideas. Thanks
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    No charging system on boat

    Hi all, I have a fishing boat and I would like to put an electric trolling motor on it. The problem is my 40HP Merc Sea Pro doesn't have any type of internal magneto/alternator for charging the battery. From what I've read in previous posts, an electric motor will drain my battery in no time...
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    Antifreeze Mixture

    I was wondering if any one could settle an argument. While winterizing his boat my dad drained the closed cooling system on his Volvo Penta and filled it with straight antifreeze. His argument was if a 50-50 water/antifreeze mix is good then straight antifreeze should be twice as good. I thought...
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    Antifreeze Mixture

    I was wondering if any one could settle an argument. While winterizing his boat my dad drained the closed cooling system on his Volvo Penta and filled it with straight antifreeze. His argument was if a 50-50 water/antifreeze mix is good then straight antifreeze should be twice as good. I thought...
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    Volvo Penta Outdrive

    My fathers Bayliner has a Volvo Penta 270 outdrive on it. Last year the outdrive was taking in substantial amounts of water. We replaced the prop shaft seals and all seals at the lower gear housing seam. Its still leaking. Anything else we should look at? Thanks
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    Carb spitting gas

    On my way out from deer camp, my 1974 20HP Merc stalled and wouldn't start. I pulled the cover off and noticed that the carb was spitting gas out as the engine turned over. Could this be something simple like the needle valve stuck in the closed position? Thanks
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    Outboard vs I/O

    I am currently looking for a new boat. I have a chance to buy one with an I/O motor but have always owned outboards.What are the advantages or disadvantages of one type over the other? Thanks in advance
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