Final update with some good news . Two good news....
First good news is i think i found a new and reliable mechanic. Talking to a guy at the ramp and he spoke highly of him. Left the very good local boat place about ten years ago, works out of his house. The local place doesnt work on...
Put the boat in the water without anyone in and see what water is in there after a few hours and you pull it out. Bring a pole and do some bank fishing.
Cool, been wanting to go there maybe next summer. If you are into camping look up old stone fort park (best) or barton springs (on the lake). Or tims ford has a few, devils step is supposed to be nice.
For some reason i thought you were in MN. What part of KY you at? Here in middle TN we have several areas not on the list and if our city would get their s.... together (literally) we would be perfect.
If your ever this way, lmk.
My 1.5 cents worth of input here that you didnt ask for.
Unplug it and dont worry about it. Looks like you have an i/o. I've had most of mine with no guage. Just always hit the down button when starting out until it sounds down and go. Trim up as needed by the feel of the boat for the...