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    Thunderstorm On Engine

    Dumb as I am, I forgot my garage door was open when a heavy thunderstorm hit while my engine (V6 Evinrude) sat for 20 minutes without its cowl on. The engine and flywheel were soaked, as well as all the wires, starter housing and air cleaner. I dried everything out with rags and compressed air...
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    I Just Replaced my Impeller--Questions

    It was more work than expected, but I got it back together--and now I'm fretting about a few things: 200 HP Evinrude a) Why no gasket between the lower end and the upper engine block? Is it full of water there anyway? b) I'm not positive I checked the pump housing to be sure that inner cup...
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    Evinrude Impeller Replacement

    Does anyone have a Web Page, Guide or "Hack" for replacing the Impeller in an Evinrude 200 hp outboard (1996 model)? I think I can handle it, but I could use some advice. Special tool to release shift mechanism? Any gaskets needed? Any guidance would be appreciated. thx
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    Oil in the Air Cleaner--V6 Vindicator 200 HP

    I've got a great Evinrude outboard, and I've been relatively good about fogging it each winter. I've hardly used the boat in the 14 years I've owned it. The last time I went to the lake, it started up a bit rough and seemed for awhile that it may have been missing--like a spark skip or fouled...
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    Minn Kota Composite Quick Release

    Does anyone have experience with this "puck" system? It seems good, but an awful lot of weight is centered on a small area. Thanks all.
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    Trolling Motor Wiring/Plug: One Last Time

    I thought I'd just posted this, but I don't see it, so here goes again: I've abandoned my old Evinrude 12/24 volt trolling motor due to problems with the power (it was very weak). That was a four wire system, direct from the batteries, to a four pronged Marinco plug at the bow. Well, that old...
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    New Minn Kota: Need Help With Wiring and Installation

    OK, I finally broke down and replaced my 12/24 volt system with a straight 24 volt, 70 lb thrust bow mount unit. My old set up was two blacks and two reds from two batteries, with all wires terminating at the female end of a 4 pronged bow console plug. I'd like to leave that plug alone if I...
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    What Size Motor Do I need?

    I have a 55 lb. Thrust bow mounted, foot controlled trolling motor on a 20' Stratos bass/ski boat that is equiped with a 200 HP Evinrude. I'm resigned to replacing my Trolling Motor. Should I replace it with that same size or should I go to a 70 lb thrust? The 70 will require that I replace...
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    Calling on Silvertip: Trolling Motor Wiring Again

    With the volume of information you've given all of us on this subject, with literally dozens of posts and graphics as well, we ought to be indebted. I am, for one, but I'm going to bother you one last time if you might be able to help. Since the facts are important, here we go: a) Like new (but...
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    Trolling Motor Mounts--Interchangeable?

    My Evinrude bow mounted, foot-controlled 55 lb thrust mounts with two circular discs that slide into two short mounting sleeves on the bow. A thumb screw then holds it all in place. If I buy a Minn Kota, Motor Guide or other brand, will I have to discard those "discs" and redrill for new...
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    My Awful Trolling Motor

    Before I tear this thing off my boat and throw it in the trash, let me please ask for one more piece of advice. My 55 lb Thrust Evinrude Trolling Motor, really barely used, is extremely weak. Charging new batteries, checking the connections, keeping them tight, all make no difference. I have a...
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    Evinrude 200 HP "Vindicator" Outboard: Possible Oil Leak

    I have a 200 hp Evinrude "Vindicator" outboard that I've "babied" for 12 years. I fog it every year, change the bottom gear oil, etc. It looks immaculate. After going to the lake 4 weeks ago, I notice something that really bothers me. Below the engine block, from underneath the cowling, but...
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    Wiring: Again, sorry Silvertip . . .

    I thought I'd post this separately, though there is so much info here, I realize if I'd done a better search I may have found the answer. But here's my question: I'm having the same problem another Motor Guide 12/24 user posted. How do I arrange the wires at the battery on a four wire 12/24...
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    Do I need a New Trolling Motor

    I don't want to spend $800 just for this, BUT no matter what I do, my 12/24 Motorguide 55lb thrust trolling motor is a dog at the lake. It happened suddenly, or so it seems, but only after I was messing with the wiring. I have two sets of wires, two black and two read. I operate at two speeds...
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    Evinrude Recall for Starter/Key Switch

    I'll admit it. I've ignored this 10 year old recall notice. But my starter switch on my 200 HP Evinrude Vindicator does stick. For instance, when I turn the key nothing happens. I have to put it in reverse, then forward again, and all works fine. I believe in "if it ain't broke," so I haven't...
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    Starter Pinion Lube

    Is there a substitute, and do I really need to buy OMC Pinion Lube for the starter gear and pinion shaft? Thanks.
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    Steering: Do I have to pull the engine!

    I'm trying to pull the steering cables and rods from the threaded tilt tube. There's not enough room, but the tube and rods clearly lack grease. It's all dried up in there. I have a 1996 200 HP Evinrude. Do I actually have to pull the engine? I can't imagine asking my wife to hold the engine in...
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