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    PROP MANUFACTURES

    I was told by a mercury dealer that Mercury made the best aluminium props. Other companies like Michegan Wheel have more porous castings and aren't as good. What you you experts say about that???? Michegan Wheel is cheaper .
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    octane rating for a 25 hp merc

    I have a 2003 - 25 hp. Merc. I was told by the dealer to only use 89 octane gas. Is this true or can I use 87 octane with no problem or noticable difference?? :confused:
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    octane rating for a 25 hp merc

    I have a 2003 - 25 hp. Merc. I was told by the dealer to only use 89 octane gas. Is this true or can I use 87 octane with no problem or noticable difference?? :confused:
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    2 cycle oil uses

    I have 2 gallons of mercury quicksilver 2 cycle oil. Would I be able to use this oil in 2 cycle engines other than an outboard - like my weedwacker-trimmer?? tyhanks
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    2 cycle oil uses

    I have 2 gallons of mercury quicksilver 2 cycle oil. Would I be able to use this oil in 2 cycle engines other than an outboard - like my weedwacker-trimmer?? tyhanks
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    dinged prop

    I hit some wood with my aluminum prop. I have a 25 hp merc. I dinged the one blade. Roughed the edge somewhat. I filed it down and can hardly notice any difference between it and the other blades. I know about the balance of pros and am wondering if running on this particular prop would damage...
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    substitutes

    I had to go to the Merc. dealer to get a part for my merc engine. He tole me to only use merc products in my engine because any other type would do damage. is this true?? Does the fact that a bass pro shop is being built have anything to do with his answer ?
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    prop guard

    I'm looking for a prop guard for my 25 hp. merc. I run my boat in the very rocky area of the Susquehanna river for Shad and Stripers. That will begin in a few months . Does anyone have personal experience with one that they are satisiified with?? thanks
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    SUNBRELLA BIMINI

    I have a 16 ft. john boat with a 74 inch beam. Can anyone tell me whare I can purchase a good bimini top for it. I was thinking about sunbrella fabric for durability. thanks :confused:
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    hydrofoil and flat bottom

    I HAVE a 16 ft jon boat with a 72 inch beam. Since the hull is flat will trim tabs or a hydro-foil be of any help ??
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    DUGOUT CANOE INFO

    I have a student who wants to build a dugout canoe for a senior project. Does anyone have any info as to how to build one. Any info or source will be helpful. thanks
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    saltwater in lower unit

    What is the proper procedure if saltwater gets into the lower unit through leaky seals ? :confused:
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    refueling question

    I have a 9 gal. plastic portable gas tank in my 16 ft. boat. I was told not to put gas in the tank while the boat is on the trailer. Instead I'm to remove the tank and place it on the ground to refuel. 9 gal. X 8 lbs./gal. =72 pounds of fuel. Too heavy to lift and place in my boat. Is there a...
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    TIPS AND TRICKS

    Does anyone have tips or little tricks they have learned and used . Anything from boats, motors, fishing, trailers etc .-- I'll start. I have a 25 hp. with a 9 gal. gas tank. Instead of screwing and unscrewing the air vent , I put an aerosol spray can cap over the vent and hold it in place in...
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    2 cycle oil

    This may have been covered before - What is the shelf life of 2-cycle oil ? [ not mixed in gas but in orginal container]
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    water in lower unit

    I had water in my lower unit because it leaked in through the drain plug.I'm sure that was the problem. I drained and changed the oil after one short trip and fixed the problem. Now that winter is approaching, should I change the oil again to be sure no rust or freezing will occur of will the...
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    foging carberator

    I have a 25 hp merc. How do I fog the carb. for winter storage and where is it ?? thanks jrc
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    quick-silver oil

    I was at Gander Mountain last evening and they had quick-silver oil for 2-cycle engines for $14.00 a gallon. It has the TC_3 additive stuff. Is this ok to run in my 25hp. Merc. 2-cycle motor ? :confused:
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    WINTER USAGE

    I have a new 25 hp, Merc. People are talking about winterizing their engines . I have a question- I plan to use the boat and motor until mid January. Here in Pennsylvania that means very cold weather. Could be in the 20's or below. What advise could you give on using a motor in such cold weather...
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    hydrofoil effenciency

    I have a 25 hp merc. on a 16 ft. jon boat. Will a hydrofoil help anything? and what will it affect when I have the motor tilted to shallow drive.? thanks M_S
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