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    Horsepower vs. Torque

    I am just curious abou this one. Since torque is a measurement of rotational force, why are outboards rated in horsepower at the prop instead of torque output? And of all the specs. I can find about my engine, I haven't seen the actual torque output of it. Maybe I am not looking in the right...
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    Looking For Fellow Broken Bow Lake Fans!

    I am looking for some information from folks who have spent time on Stevens Gap or Broken Bow lake... I live nearby and have gone camping there since I was a kid, but never had a boat of my own to put on the water there. I know there is a marina and ramps. Just curious as to whether there is...
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    Stevens Gap, Broen Bow, OK Info

    I am looking for some information from folks who have spent time on Stevens Gap or Broken Bow lake... I live nearby and have gone camping there since I was a kid, but never had a boat of my own to put on the water there. I know there is a marina and ramps. Just curious as to whether there is...
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    Metal or Plastic??

    I am trying to decide on a good prop for my boat. I am curious first of all to know if I can expect the same performance from a Stainless prop with similar characteristics ,like same pitch with cup etc., as an Aluminum prop. I know the flex is different and all, but would it be safe to get the...
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    Tow/Haul or not Tow/haul..

    I have a 2007 Silverado 1500 with the Z71 package and a factory towing kit. I pull my 96 Javelin 379 FS with it and noticed when i use the push button tow/haul mode, it seems to wind high between shifts and generally just use more fuel. Am I over using this feature, or am I asking for trouble by...
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    Fun in the sun.. but no lights or sound...

    I recently bought a Javelin 379 FS. It starts and runs great! Had to replace the tilt trim motor , but it works now also. The fuel gauge and tach work, but all the other electronics do not. I tried finding a loose wire or blown fuse, but they all seem in tact. I cut the wires on the bilge and...
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    My Javelin 379 FS

    I recently d something rather brave I suppose... I am currently deployed and I bought a boat I saw online. As the title states, it is a Javelin 379 FS '96 year model with a Mariner 150 hangin on the back. I went home on leave a few weeks back and finally got to see it with my own eyes. I was...
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