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    Out to lunch Gear Oil Prices

    The problem with Amazon is....when you have a problem or question and need expertise. Some guy from India that has no idea what a boat is will answer your questions !! I prefer to pay a little more and use my local marine dealer, the valuable advice and expertise is far more valuable to me...
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    Just curious

    Citidiots....learn something new everyday !! Yes it fits !!
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    something new coming in electric OB

    Many of these batteries in EV's are well over a thousand lbs. You would definetly need a couple in a boat and that much extra weight ????
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    Just curious

    Back when I had my 14' tinnie fishing the big lake, I had a few large boats pass by quite close to give this old man a roll in their wake. After this happened a number of times by the same boats, I borrowed a friends paintball gun. When they flew past, I planted a nice line of paintball splats...
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    Would you?

    A number of years back, bought a boat with my first all roller trailer. Boat did not come off easy so I removed each roller, cleaned up the axle and dry lubed each one so they turned freely. Next trip to the ramp I backed about half way in thinking the boat would need pushed off as usual...
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    something new coming in electric OB

    25 mile range ?? I would need one really long extension cord to recharge before I could return to shore !! One very big expensive trolling motor !!
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    Would you?

    Been there, done that....only one lesson was needed to remember !!
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    Speedo Tube

    With a gps ????
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    Tool recommendations

    I take a compression tester and a spark gap checker with me when I go looking to buy. A small flashlight to look into fuel tank for crud. And always do a test run. Once you buy a motor then decide on what tools you will need to maintain it...
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    Just curious

    There have been some ramps I don't use because they are close to the big city and often associated with crime and vandalism. I prefer to drive an extra 15 miles to use the state park ramp. More closely watched by park officials and local sherriff. Also not as busy being further out of town.
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    well....dreaded boat damage victim...need expertise answers

    In my area, they weld the brackets onto the logs where needed, or given the dimensions when the new logs are ordered. Perhaps your over thinking this issue
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    Speedo Tube

    Typically connects to back of pressure type speedometer. In my experiences the built in pito's on the lower units seem to clog easily, I prefer the seperate unit that mounts on the transom. But wirh GPS units giving speed, why bother ??
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    Mercury 25 HP EFI OR106999 & Up Fuel Problem

    Stop using starter fluid as it will strip oil off the cylinders and cause bigger issues. WD40 or other petrol lubes will work as starting fluid without engine damage...
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    3 battery connection question?

    So...12 v or 24v trolling motor ?? Something is not right !!
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    So I became a proud boat owner today.

    Great boat to start with, being aluminum is even better !! Many fond memories from my old Islander, loved that boat....but, do to life changes had to downsize. Look forward to your rebuild pics.
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    Mercury 150 optimax

    Each wire shoukd have a color code to trace it with, if not a multimeter to test two ends should trace each wire. Or...just run new wires and be done with it...Tach is a very important tool to keep performance going without strain on your motor.
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    well....dreaded boat damage victim...need expertise answers

    Pontoon logs come in diameter and length, not being able to find exact replacements is an excuse to not replace them. I live in an area where pontoons are popular, people replace their logs all the time especially on old toons...
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    well....dreaded boat damage victim...need expertise answers

    The problem is, pontoons and boat hulls are made from tempered aluminum. Tempered material will bend but cracks when bent back. If they soften the temper the aluminum can be bent back to a point but now it is soft and will bend again easily !! Demand new logs !! It is your boat so your...
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    well....dreaded boat damage victim...need expertise answers

    Years back a roofer messed up a replacement roof bad. His insurance co said I had to file a claim with my ins co !! Same here, why my company it was the roofers fault! When I called my company, they explained that is how many companies do business. I ended up having my own company shell out...
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    1956 Johnson 6hp versus evinrude 6hp pros and cons

    Could be, but my old 7.5 Evinrude (1957) was way heavier than my 7.5 hp Evinrude from the late 80's !!
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