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    More smoke than before after VRO tank service...

    A month ago I changed my VRO tank oil line, internal pick-up screen and gasket on my 1995 Johnson 50hp. I ran 1 tank of premix to verify VRO oiling and it smoked allot (expected that). Now after 5 or so straight tanks of gas the motor still seems to smoke more than before. The oil line I...
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    Lake St. Clair Muskie guide needed!

    My father and I want to hire someone for a day trip on Lake St. Clair. We want to fish for muskie. We're not fussy about the boat and gear but would like someone that knows the lake well. I have enough equipment for both of us and a boat if needed. we're looking at going in June but are...
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    Stiletto prop hitting the trim tab, what to do??

    '78 115 Merc I6. Bought a Stiletto 11317 (13-1/4x17) Advantage I prop and when I tried to install it the blades would hit the trim/torque tab by 1/4" or so. I'm assuming it's due to the rake of the prop but what can I do at this point? Can I clearance the trim tab with a grinder?<br /><br />Thanks!
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    Johnson 50 idle temperature question...

    Hi,<br /><br />I'm not sure I've got a problem or not, maybe? Engine is a '95 Johnson 50 and runs 5700 rpm wot, always starts and hasn't missed a beat! <br />I've seen temperatures (based on the gauge) near 220/240 on my temp gauge on a few seperate occasions this season. Each time it was at...
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    Furuno LS4100 or Garmin 240?

    Furuno LS4100 or Garmin 240? Given the choice what would be the better system for freshwater up to 300'. I really want to detect thermoclines if possible. Ability to see downrigger balls would be a plus. I have looked at the 240 blue and really like the funtionality and display. Pro's and con's...
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    Furuno LS6000 any good?

    I'm looking to replace my Humminbird and found some used Furuno's that are not current models. I fish freshwater 10-350 FOW. What is a fair price for this model (used)?<br /><br />Thanks!
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    Dhadley, Set-up question for ya!

    First off, thanks for your time and for sharing your knowledge! Here's my question:<br /><br />I've added a Detwiler 6" jack to my 15.5' aluminum smokercraft center console "big fisherman". Motor is a '95 Johnson 50. Boat now sits slighly bow-up as expected but my question is has the WOT trim...
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    Jackplate/trim tab setup questions...

    Hi all!<br /><br />I've got some boat setup questions so here's a little background info: <br /><br />Boat is Smokercraft 15.5' (aluminum) center console (maybe 600Lb) modified V. Engine is a 1995 Johnson 50 (two cylinder). I put a Detwiler 6" jackplate on it last winter and I'm dialing it in...
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    Water pressure line hookup question...

    1995 Johnson 50Hp 2 cylinder looper<br /><br />Where can I tap into the motor for water pressure. I think I can put a t-fitting in the telltail but would like another option. Is there a threaded boss or something that comes off the block? I think that would give me better pressure readings, am I...
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    Prop size for 115 Merc on a 17' Tuffy bass boat

    Hey,<br /><br />I'm looking for a ballpark prop size to use on a 17' Tuffy fiberglass bass boat with a late 70's 115 inline 6 Mercury. No rpm info or prop size from existing set-up. My best guess is 13-1/4x17. I found a used stiletto in this size and I'm wondering if my friend should buy it for...
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    Help with rod holder selection...Please!

    Hey all,<br /><br />I want some rod holders on my 15' Smokercraft BIG Fisherman but can't seem to decide what's the best setup, that's where you come in. The boat has wide gunwales (6"+) so I could use the flush mount tubes but I could also used the quick release kind like the FISH-ON holders. I...
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    What jack plate would you choose?

    I've narrowed my decision down to either the Detwiler 600SS or a Rite-Hite. Both are 6" setback and center adjustable and the Rite-Hite has a bit more vertical adjustment. I think the Detwiler is lighter. In my attempt to squeeze every last penny of value, which one would you choose and why?<br...
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    BIA mounting question

    Hi,<br /><br />Anybody know if my 1995 50HP Johnson uses standard BIA mounting? I believe BIA is 11-7/8 top and 9-7/8 bottom, but I'm not sure. Motor has the center mounted TNT and the model is J50TLEO.<br /><br />Thanks in advance!
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    Jack plate worth the $'s on my boat?

    Hi,<br /><br />I'm considering a manual jack plate for my 15' '84 Smokercraft "Big Fisherman" (Deep semi-V, aluminum, console, 15.5'). It has a '95 Johnson 50 on it and I'll be running a Stiletto 17P prop. The boat has Smart Tabs installed (gas spring assisted tabs) and the boat tends to be bow...
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    Changing from 8" to 13" wheels on EZ Loader?

    Hi all,<br /><br />I have a mid 80's 15' Smokercraft "Big Fisherman" (50hp Johnson) with a EZ Loader roller trailer that has 480x8" wheels/tires. I do NOT drive 55, more like 75! I'm thinking of doing some long distance fishing trips this season and I'm considering buying some 13" wheels with...
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    Trim/Tilt knocking noise?

    Hi,<br /><br />My '95 50 hp Johnson's trim/tilt developed a knocking noise on the down stroke only. I've checked the pins/bushings and they rotate freely. I operated the trim/tilt while it was not connected to the engine and the noise was still there. I checked the fluid while unit was vertical...
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    Top main bearing clearance?

    Anyone know what is typical for clearance between the top main bearing and crank journal? Motor is a '95 50Hp 2-cyl Johnson. Looking at the service manual the top journal has the most tolerance of the three, 0.005". I keep going back to the fact that I can "feel" radial play when pushing the...
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    flywheel/top bearing play

    Hi all,<br /><br />I've noticed some play in my '95 50hp Johnsons flywheel/top bearing. There is no play side to side but some fore and aft. It has been there since I bought the engine last spring. I did some online searching and came up with loose top bearing bolts as a possible cause, I found...
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    Stiletto Triad II -vs- OMC SST propeller

    Looking at more of a bow lifting prop that I can trim out more and I'm considering a Stiletto. Currently running 6k rpm with lightest load (34 mph) and a 11-3/4x17 OMC SST prop. Motor is a '95 Johnson 50hp 2-cyl. Boat is a 15' Smokercraft console aluminum modified deep-v. My question is what...
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    New SST prop with holes (voids) in casting??

    Just got a new OMC SST prop and noticed holes, or void like areas through the webs that hold the hub to the main prop body. Holes are in two out of three webs and under 2 of the blades as well (inside where blade intersects main body). Looks like incomplete casting. I have other SST props and...
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