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  1. Boss Hawg

    Plug Type Question

    Been reading a lot here on plugs & seem most favor a Champion plug over NGK in my type motor- 1987 Johnson 70hp VRO (VRO is disabled & running pre-mix) I have NGK's now but think it's time for new ones so thought i's try some Champs :D What is the best Champion number for mine? BTW, its behind a...
  2. Boss Hawg

    Yet Anouther Dum Question On Size

    I'm looking for another prop for my 1987 16' Starcraft fiberglass Bassboat running a 1987 70hp Johnson - It has a 13 1/4 x 17 prop now- I see everything from 13, 13 1/4, 13 1/2 up to 14 x 17 props all with 13 splines all claming to fit the same motors :confused: I understand pitch & number of...
  3. Boss Hawg

    Fuel Attachment Question

    Was going over the boat getting it ready for Monday today & discovered a leak in my fuel quick connect (pic below) on motor (1987 70hp Johnson):( No place to get one this weekend, just attached fuel line direct to pump - Will this be OK :confused: Really want to be on the water Monday :cool:
  4. Boss Hawg

    Speed/Temp Sensor ?

    Just installed this http://www.boatersland.com/sttbk.html sensor on my Lowrance X75 & was wondering if anybody out there had the same setup so i whould know what to exspect as for as acurate readings :confused: BTW- Cabelas has them for $9.95 :eek::D
  5. Boss Hawg

    Prop Maker (Brand) Question

    Is Turning Point Hustler a good brand/maker of aluminum props? While i'm at it where is best place to find a hub for it (13 1/4 x 17 prop) for my 1987 70hp Johnson or can i use the hub from the same size prop i have now ?
  6. Boss Hawg

    Attaching Transducer Question

    Is it possible (& work correctly) to attach a transducer designed for transom mount to a trolling motor? I have a extra Humminbird 400ID that i'd like to use up front if possible :confused:
  7. Boss Hawg

    I Need A New Prop-LOST

    I want to keep this simple - I have the rig pictured below- 1987 16' Starcraft with 1987 Johnson 70hp 3cyl I dont carry much it it except some fishing equipment, ice chest (full of beer :D) & about 300lbs of my wife & me (i'm the 200lb one :rolleyes:) I dont want a speed boat- we fish & enjoy he...
  8. Boss Hawg

    Grind On Aluminum Prop

    I've got a original aluminum prop on my '87 Johnson 70hp that the edges are pretty chewed up but nothining over about 3/8" deep- Would it help or make it worse if i smoothed the edges on it trying to keep everthing "uniform":confused: I want & know i need a new one but need to wait awhile :(...
  9. Boss Hawg

    Vibration at 2000RPM

    1987 Johnson 70hp I feel a distink vibration in my motor at about 2000rpm's but no other time :confused: Lower or higher it feels & runs fine---- Cause to worry?
  10. Boss Hawg

    Quick Question On "Primer/Choke" Key

    When you need to start (when turning key don't do it) should you hold the key in while turning --or push key in-let out- then turn key :confused: It seems like i'm flooding the carbs some what when i hold in & turn, starts but is really reved up for a few seconds- BTW- i'm talking about a 1987...
  11. Boss Hawg

    Help Before I Fry Something!!

    I have a 87 Starcraft with the original 70hp Johnson on it- The picture below is my instrument cluster- I assume the middle gague is a amp/volt meter:confused: My concern is the 2 months i've had it the arrow has always pointed towards the top (more or less) -- today at the lake it sat at dead...
  12. Boss Hawg

    T&T? Bet you never heard this one!!

    Walked outside this mourning after it quit raining & heard a buzzing sound coming from my boat ( '87 Starcraft with '87 Johnson 70hp ) every few seconds!! Quickly realized the motor was in a fully raised postion & knew it was down when i left it yesterday :eek: None of my 3 switches would work...
  13. Boss Hawg

    About Finished 1987 Starcraft

    As far as the basic boat goes i'm calling it "finished" :cool: Still need new wheels on trailer & plan on a paint job on the motor but first i'm goin fishin :D
  14. Boss Hawg

    Lowrance X75 Opinions Please

    I have a chance to buy a complete Lowrance X75 in great shape for $100 - On my budget i figured a good used unit would be be better than a new "cheepie"- I have a Hummingbird 500LCR now & it aint cuttin it :( I know they are out of production but it seems parts, manuals, ect are easy to find...
  15. Boss Hawg

    Control Box Maintenance?

    I have a 1987 Johnson control box hooked to a 1987 Johnson 70VRO- Does it require any routine maintenance? Seems a little tight on throttle control & wondered if anything inside needs lubeing or cleaning? Thanks & hope i posted in the right section :confused:
  16. Boss Hawg

    Factory Paint Color On Motor?

    Still doing my "restoration" on the below 1987 Starcraft W/ original '87 Johnson 70VRO - Question is i want to repaint the motor but i whould like to stay with at least a close color :confused: Any suggestions as to where to buy the color in spray cans? Don't have to be perfect but want it...
  17. Boss Hawg

    GPS for 2?

    Any GPS system out there that i could use in my truck & just put in my boat when i wanted too? Meaning one that came (or availible) with duel hook up's that i could just plug into either one?
  18. Boss Hawg

    My '87 Johnson Is Now Haulin *****

    First thanks to all the great advice & info from all :D Now one little thing- When i shift into reverse slowly i get a little grinding :confused: Am i just babying it? Shud i just pull it back & get it into gear or do i have a problem waiting to get worse?
  19. Boss Hawg

    Spastic Tach??

    I have a 1987 16' Fiberglass Bassboat Starcraft with a 1987 70hsp Johnson i've been sorta refurbing- The Tach seem to work OK but at times when i first start it up it goes crazy :confused:for a few seconds (spins around) then acts normal Is this normal or should i get a new one?
  20. Boss Hawg

    Tach Question

    I have a 1987 16' Fiberglass Bassboat Starcraft with a 1987 70hsp Johnson i've been sorta refurbing- The Tach seem to work OK but at times when i first start it up it goes crazy for a few seconds (spins around) then acts normal :confused: Is this normal or should i get a new one?
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