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  1. dwco5051

    Livewell pump question

    The bottom drain is made to drain the live well when the boat is out of the water. It should be plugged when on the water. There should be another drain at the full line and drain out either through the side of the boat or transom when the pump has filled the livewell so it doesn't overfill...
  2. dwco5051

    So, what did you do today?

    Just realized yesterday while cutting the grass I had more engine hours on my John Deere than on my boat this Summer. Missed most of July when I had to install new injectors in my pickup.
  3. dwco5051

    Should water be ejecting?

    Shift shaft uncoupled? Edit: What MattFL said, I was still typing when he answered.
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    Trolling power supply question (12v or 24v lower assembly unit replacement)

    Not familiar with that motor but will try to help. 3. Easy answer is no such thing as too much thrust. Your motor is listed at 45# which should be adequate for that boat. No matter how big your motor is you will probably encounter a strong enough wind someday to wish you had more. 1. I...
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    Fish every where but not even a nibble

    Nope, 3/16 oz round head jig with either white or chartreuse 1 1/2" twister tail. The same lures I have not been catching fish with ever since Aspeck put the jinx on me.
  6. dwco5051

    Is My Mercury Prop Spun?

    Look on the back of the tach and there should be an adjustment marked for the number of poles or pulses. If I remember right it should be set at 12 for your motor.
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    Is My Mercury Prop Spun?

    Check with a prop shop. Haven't had one done for years but probably about 1/4 of what a new one costs. It's a good thing to always have a spare even if it not in perfect shape or the ideal pitch.
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    Is My Mercury Prop Spun?

    The short answer is yes. The classic symptoms and visual sign of a spun hub.
  9. dwco5051

    14 row boat to center console

    Agree that it is easier to dock. Since I do 99% of my fishing with just my dog and me and the fact that I am 82 years old it is much easier to just ease in to the dock, reach out and grab a cleat and if the wind is against me throw a line onto the cleat and I am done without ever leaving my...
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    14 row boat to center console

    Since that boat was also made as a side console I would think the spacing would be close to the same. My concern might be if you remove the center bench seat would that affect the structural strength of the hull. Are the bench seats foam filled to meet buoyancy requirements?
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    Fish every where but not even a nibble

    So the champion wants a rematch. Pick you day and weapons.
  12. dwco5051

    Gamefisher 3hp gear lube?

    https://www.manualslib.com/manual/486661/Craftsman-Gamefisher-298-586193.html?page=5#manual
  13. dwco5051

    Gamefisher 3hp gear lube?

    The one I have calls for grease rather than gear oil. I think it is a 65-66 3.5 hp. Year or model number on yours may help.
  14. dwco5051

    Fish every where but not even a nibble

    This was my partner getting ready for the trip. At least she did not catch more than I did. Me 0. Ella 0.
  15. dwco5051

    Fish every where but not even a nibble

    Started out a two days ago for an afternoon of fishing. Nice bright sunny Fall day, sun shining bright. Left the dock and headed for a good spot and the sun was reflecting off my fish finder when I turned it on. Got close to my spot and saw two large schools as I slowed down. Stopped and...
  16. dwco5051

    Engine Identification Problem

    1987 50 hp evinrude long shaft. electric start with/tilt/trim See' https://maxrules.com/models/OMC_models.html
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    How bad is it?

    They were known for burning the top piston from running the cylinder lean do to fuel delivery problems. Very low or no compression probably means a hole burnt clear through in the piston.
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    Instrument cluster poorly illuminated; tachometer doesn't work...

    Red light is what is used to help with night vision. All the gauges in my plane were illuminated with red. I still have a pair of red goggles that were issued to my uncle when he was a Navy carrier fighter pilot during WWII. The pilots would wear them during the day if they were schedule to...
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    Retirement in another Country

    I knew a Navy buddy who went to Costa Rica. Haven't talked to him in years but he loved it there. A lot of retired military where there back then and he was loving it.
  20. dwco5051

    1984 Mercury 50 confused!

    Was it stored outside when you brother had it? Flotation maybe waterlogged adding more weight. Did you brother have to replace the prop at any time? Could be that if it was it was the wrong pitch and you are over propped.
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