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    Hunting versus Fishing?

    Well, after 27 years of hunting deer I'm finally considering giving up hunting and just start fishing again. So, I wonder if anyone on here has done the same and who regrets doing it? I have a small parcel of land with a cabin that I plan to sell too. Something I worked hard to establish and...
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    Cleaning the Engine?

    What do you use to clean the scum off the OutBoard shaft? Also, do you wax the Cowling and Shaft after cleaning? If so, what wax do you use?
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    Hypothetically - Trade in my F150 for F225 Yam?

    I was contemplating trading in my Yam F150 (2009, 80 hrs) for an F225. So, hypothetically, what kind of trade-in $$ could I get for my F150, and then have to pay for the F225 - roughly speaking? Actually, I'd prefer the V-Max., but I am sure that would be more expensive than the F225 series.
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    Simrad NSE12 versus Lowrance HDS-10

    Would it be worth it to get the Simrad unit? Would the Simrad be over kill for fishing 10 - 60 ft of water 80% of the time? The reason I ask is that I have an HDS-10, but maybe able to get the Simrad after I've replaced my Lowrance twice. I am not convinced the HDS-10 units are of good quality.
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    Boat Speakers and Amplifier?

    I am looking to install a stereo system in my boat, and wanted to ask those who are experience what they thought of the brands I am considering? Head Unit = Sony CDX-M60Ui Amp = Memphis 16-MM2.100, or JL Audio M200/2 (2 - Channel) Speakers = Polk MM651um (4 ohm) (100w RMS - 200w Max) (1 pair...
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    Stereo Expert - Question before I purchase?

    I have a question? I am going to use Polk MM651's (speaker), and so I will need an amp to power them correctly. I was informed that the ideal amp would be 100wx2 (RMS) - 150wx2 (RMS). The speakers are rated 100w (RMS) - 200w (Max), with a 2.7 ohm rating. I am only going to have 2 speakers and...
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    Lowrance Transducer (HDS)?

    Recently I returned my HDS-10 back to Lowrance for repair and they found the unit was bad. So, they shipped me a new unit (replacement). Within the packaging, they included a transducer, which is significantly different than the one I previously have and mounted on the boat. The old transducer...
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    Lowrance Network - Running Cable through Grommet on Motor?

    I haven't looked closely at the cowling yet where the engine wires enter, but I am thinking there isn't a hole, or available spot to exit the Lowrance Interface Cable for my HDS-10 unit. What have people been doing to run the cable through the big rubber grommet? ....cut the interface cable...
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    ** Need Advice Fast - Warming Engine - Not sucking up water? **

    I am currently trying to warm up the motor (Yam F150 2009 4S) and it's not sucking up water and pushing out through the pee hole? I have water muffs over the lower unit intake holes, but it is not peeing? The muffs are dual water muffs or water enters on both sides. When I had the motor on the...
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    New Motor - Maintenance / Oil Change / Lower Unit Fluid?

    As I approach the 1st 20 hours (currently 17 hrs) on my new boat motor (Yam 150 4-stroke), I was told that I would need to get an oil pump in order to change the oil? If so, any thoughts on what brand/type I should use? Also, I suppose it is good to change the oil filter as well? And, regarding...
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    *** My New Ride - Boat ***

    Well, I finally picked up my new boat this past week and I am very happy - BUT? Apparently hydraulic steering was an option, and not mandatory with a Yam 150 hp motor. Soooo, I am looking at a Hydraulic Kit to install on the boat/motor. Has anyone installed one of these kits before? Is it...
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    *** Trim Tabs? ***

    I am getting ready to purchase a Hewescraft 22' Sea Runner, and the dealer recommended getting trim tabs on the boat. I am thinking that I don't need them. Trim tabs are only for rough water, and when you have a lot of people in your boat making it imbalanced, correct? I will be doing most...
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    *** Aluminum Boat Manufacturers - Rated? ***

    If you had to rate the following boat manufacturers, how would you rate them based on reputation, quality, etc...? The style of boat is what I call the "North West" style fishing boat. North River Hewescraft NorthWest ThunderJet WeldCraft Alumaweld I am getting ready to purchase a North...
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    *** Buying a Boat - Thoughts? ***

    Okay, I have researched and researched Hewescraft boat(s), as well as other like brands, Duckworth, Wooldridge, Alumaweld, Gregor, North River, Sea Ark and NorthWest. My overall honest opinion, is that all the boats I listed are great, and most likely originated from a single manufacturer...
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    '01 Yamaha 50 hp - crank but no start???

    2001 Yamaha 50hp. For some reason the motor will not crank over!! I've checked everything leading to the gas filter: Gas tank, bulb, line, connections and everything is working! I was told that there is a "needle" in the carberator that might be stuck not allowing gas to feed to the carbs...
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