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  1. SweeperForce

    Garmin 140

    Hello, I bought the Garmin fishfinder 140 strictly to tell me the depth of the water and objects under the water(rocks, branches, etc.) Another nice feature is water temp. The manual states that I need a temp sensing transducer and not all models have it. I looked my transducer over and...
  2. SweeperForce

    Winter blues

    Here's a depressing picture thanks to living in Pennsylvania.
  3. SweeperForce

    hub ID

    Hello, I would like to replace my hubs this spring. How do I identify their size? Thanks, Tom
  4. SweeperForce

    Fuel additives

    Hello, I was curious if it would be safe to combine Stabil marine formula to rid the effects of ethanol and extend fuel life with IsoHeet to remove condensation. Or will Stabil do both? Is it also safe to mix Stabil with Seafoam? It like to clean the insde of my motor with a can. But I don't...
  5. SweeperForce

    Prop lock

    Is there sch thing as a prop lock? I keep my boat in a storage lot for boats and RVs. I really don't want keep buying propellers if they were to be stolen. Thanks, Tom
  6. SweeperForce

    Fuel pump question

    I have a questions about the three ports on the pump housing. The first port is the intake and it has the word 'FILTER' on it. The second port is the output which is right beside the first. My question is what does the third port do? It looks like runs into the middle of the motor behind the...
  7. SweeperForce

    Adding additional fuel tank

    Hello, Not to sure where it put this question, so I hope I picked the right category. Has anyone added an additional fuel tank by using a fuel valve, to switch from tank to tank. Some of the setups that I have seen requires someone to physically climb back to the fuel tank, unhook the main...
  8. SweeperForce

    Choke valve

    I was reading some other posts which gave me a question. When I go to full throttle my choke valves only open a little bit. I don't think the motor would get much air if they are just open a crack. Below is a pic of wot.
  9. SweeperForce

    RPM range

    Hello, My RPM range is around 5000 - 5500 max is around 6000 wot. What is everyone running prop wise to acheive this rpm? I'd like to hit 45-50 mph but I rather protect the motor against over revving or overloading. What would be my ideal pitch? Thanks, Tom
  10. SweeperForce

    1988 Force 125 question

    Re: 1988 Force 125 question You might want to replace the thermostat. They rarly go bad, but at under 30 bucks, it is an easy job. It is located above the spark plugs. It is a little black square box with four screws. See pic below Hope this helps, Tom Oh, and the gear oil holes. Mine...
  11. SweeperForce

    Battery difference

    Hello, I ve been pricing batteries to get an idea form the next coming boating season. I found Optima startaing At $160 and a Walmart EverStart for $65. Both have the same CCA and both are deep cycle marine. What's the difference? This year I used the Everstart with no problems. What would I...
  12. SweeperForce

    Picture of bad fuel pump diaphram

    Re: Picture of bad fuel pump diaphram Real easy to do, took me about 15 minutes. Tom
  13. SweeperForce

    totally dumb of me.

    Re: totally dumb of me. It is basically a simple switch when the ground and the nuetral safty switch connect they complete a circuit This connects the two larger lugs for the batery and starter. I really don't think it matter which way you you install it. I am surprised the are no markings...
  14. SweeperForce

    Resufacing the bottom

    Hello, Does anyone know where I can the the bottom of my fiberglass boat resurfaced? There are small scratches, some of the gel-coat has been worn away, and the previous owner hit a rock or stump because there is a small gouge there. I'm looking for a quality work, without breaking the bank...
  15. SweeperForce

    Gear oil vs gear lube

    Hello, Is there a difference in oil or lube except the price? It does say on the bottle not to mix the two. I ran premeium oil all summer with no problems. As part of my winterization I drain out the oil and replaced it with synthetic gear lube by mistake. At $13 a quart I really don't want...
  16. SweeperForce

    force 150 starter problem

    Re: force 150 starter problem I had the same problem when I installed my ner starter. It would spin but not rise up to engage the flywheel. After a little grease and hand turning the sproket, it lossened up and works fine now. I doubt its your ignition switch. Basicly it just turns on all...
  17. SweeperForce

    Water in gear case

    Hello, How common is it to have water in the gear case? I changed it this weekend after only 5 hours of run time and it was milky again. How difficult are the seals/gaskets to change to prevent water from entering the gear case. Tom
  18. SweeperForce

    Force 85HP 85 Want start

    Re: Force 85HP 85 Want start If your getting power to the soleniod, but no power to the starter, the only thing else I can think of is: make sure the circuit breaker switch is pushed in. Tom
  19. SweeperForce

    Running motor

    Is there any harm that can come from running the motor in a tub of water without a prop. I wan't to run all the gas out as part of my winterization. Tom
  20. SweeperForce

    Additional fuel tank

    Re: Additional fuel tank Here are some pictures on the inside. These were taken this spring before I laid the new carpet. Before and after carpet install Tom
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