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    Qjet/fuel issue

    Ever since I got my boat, it's had a chronic problem with The fuel system. Whenever I let the boat sit, the fuel runs back into the tank. I installed a clear filter, and could see how long it would take to drain back. Since buying the boat a few years back, I've replaced the fuel pump, fuel...
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    Launching and loading using my scissor pontoon trailer

    Hi guys, just picked up a new to me pontoon (listed in my signature). It came with a pretty nice scissor type, double axle trailer. I plan on trailering fairly often and despite what I've read on this forum am not afraid to use the scissor trailer. the previous owner explained how he did it...
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    Canvas Cover preservation

    I just picked up the pontoon in my sig. pontoon. The previous owner had a custom canvas cover made for it some time ago. He had done his best to keep it up by lubing the snaps and reinforcing it from underneath when the cover contacts any hard spots. Anyway, the canvas still seems to be in...
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    Adding a speedo

    I'm considering adding a speedo to my pontoon motor in my sig. Is there a pickup on my outboard that I can use or would I have to add one of the pickups that sits down in the water? I don't think I'd bother with the type in the water, but If I can hook into the outboard I may go ahead with it...
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    Impeller replacement

    How often should I replace the impeller in my '01 90hp Johnson? Do you normally replace the pump housing as well or just the impeller? Thanks!!
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    2001 johnson 90 hp leaking fuel

    Hi, new to outboards, just brought home my new to me, pontoon with a 2001 90hp Johnson. The previous owner started it up for the first time of the season this morning to let me hear it run and allow me to do a compression check. We only ran it for a minute or so. It seemed to run fine, but...
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    Pontoon shopping

    Hi guys, I'm going to look at this Pontoon later today. 1996 Weeres 24' 90 HP '01 johnson I want to make sure the motor is correct for the boat since it isn't original. Where should the cavitation plate be relative to the tubes for best performance? I figure it should be a long shaft...
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    2001 Johnson 90hp

    I'm going to look at a boat with a 90hp Johnson. I'm not an outboard guy so I don't know what to check. Can someone give me some advise on what to check while looking at it. I may not have access to water, but I figure we could still run it for 10 seconds or so just to hear it run. I have...
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    Water/fuel filter install

    I'm adding a water/fuel filter to my boat this spring. I've got a sbc 350 with a mechanical fuel pump and a Qjet carb. I'd like to mount the filter to my transom. Does anyone know if there are any limitations in regards to length of fuel line or the height of the filter compared to the fuel...
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    Flame Arrestor vent tubes

    The vent tubes that attach to my flame arrestor on my AQ260, (sbc 350, w/qjet) are missing. I cannot seem to find the tubes alone, only the entire flame arrestor. Has anyone seen just the tube fittings for sale??? Thanks.
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    Checking out a 50 hp Force

    I'm considering a boat with a 1996, 50 hp force motor. The boat is stored in an unheated indoor facility. I most likely will not have water available to run the engine for any amount of time. I was thinking, however, of doing a compression test. I realize the test may not be totally accurate...
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    '96 Force 50hp

    Hi, I'm not an outboard guy but I'm looking at buying a Pontoon with a 50hp Force motor. I've heard mixed comments on Force motors and would like to hear from the guys that know. Is this a good motor? Would you buy one knowing they have a "mixed" reputation? Thanks!
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    Does this pontoon sit too low in the water? see pic

    What so you guys think?
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    Pontoon Shopping

    I'm considering buying a pontoon this spring. I boat on fairly small lakes and plan on trailering the pontoon. I also would like to take it on a local river that is too shallow for my I/O. My questions are: 1. What's the largest pontoon that would be reasonable to tow without becoming a...
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    Concrete curing question

    Any concrete guys out there? I recently poured a large concrete slab. About a week ago to be more accurate. The next day we got a big snow/slush storm which slowed the dry time on the slab. I also have foam insulation beneath the slab which slows the dry time as well. I've been covering the...
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    NFL Week 2

    no comment.
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    Week 1

    Anyone watching the game tonight? Go Vikes!:D
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    Volvo Penta 275 prop cone question

    I was out the other day and found myself in some weeds. Once clearing the weeds I tried to accelerate but was full of weeds. I raised the outdrive to clean the weeds. I found the prop cone and center locking bolt to be loose.:confused: I've never had this happen before. Naturally, I didn't...
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    Qjet Question

    My accelerator pump shaft has fuel leaking up around the shaft. At least I think its coming up from around the shaft. There is a small amount of fuel pooling around the pump. The Carb was rebuilt a year ago. The Boat runs great. What would cause this? Is the pump itself bad? Or is...
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    Towing a 4X4 truck

    I'm looking at buying a truck that was previously some kind of commercial vehicle. It has a receiver hitch in the front which makes me think it may have been towed in the past. Questions: 1. Would miles being towed register on the odometer? 2. Should this be considered a drawback? It...
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