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    Another job for JB weld???

    MODS, PLEASE MOVE TO BOAT TOPICS
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    Another job for JB weld???

    I was thinking , clean it up and JB weld.
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    Another job for JB weld???

    This drive has been in my garage for a few years as a spare.I moved it today and saw the crack. This drive was serviced and painted ,ready to go so when I ran my finger over the crack and paint came off it leads me to believe it was leaking something.If I remember correctly this area is a cavity...
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    Sewing machine for canvas,Which brand??

    My wife has a basic Singer machine and wants something better with the ability to sew some cavas or eisenglass. Without breaking the bank, what machine are you folks using for these purposes? Thanks Charlie
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    Cotter pin for Prop...Any one will do??

    Ace hardware had stainless cotter pins so I got one there.Looks exactly the same as what I am replacing.Should be fine. Will keep an eye on it during next season.Charlie
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    Cotter pin for Prop...Any one will do??

    I had to get some plumbing supplies at Ace hardware and while I was there I asked the Ace guy if he had stainless cotter pins.He took me to a drawer with a variety of sizes stainless cotter pins and they had the same one I need .So if you need one for your Yamaha,Ace has them......It set me...
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    Pink Super Tech (Walmart) -50 RV and Marine ok for engine?? I always thought NO...??

    Im sticking with the highly toxic and very protecting yellow Prestone AF that I use in my Jeep. Been using it for 30 years .the Zoyza grass in my yard seem to like it.lol
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    Cotter pin for Prop...Any one will do??

    Thanks Boscoe ,thats the one I saw.
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    Cotter pin for Prop...Any one will do??

    Anyone know the item # for a replacement cotter pin?? this one keeps popping up when trying to order new one. 91490-40030-00
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    OX 66 Trim & Tilt

    Replace with a good fresh water used unit. Charlie
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    Cotter pin for Prop...Any one will do??

    is it Kotter pin??
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    Cotter pin for Prop...Any one will do??

    Gonna need a new cotter pin for my Yamaha outboard. I have a Tractor supply store right down the block. A matching size cotter pin should work..?? Btw,I dropped my pin somewhere and figured I would find it with a magnet...NOPE ,it's not magnetic .Usually means it is stainless..?? Charlie
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    Pink Super Tech (Walmart) -50 RV and Marine ok for engine?? I always thought NO...??

    I have recently seen videos of dudes winterizing Mercruiser engines using what I have ONLY used on my water systems.Pink -50 Super Tech Marine and RV antifreeze. I thought I remembered this being a BIG no on engines. Dont remember exactly why.Charlie
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    Does Yamaha flush port/hose, flush 100% of motor?

    Flushing port def gets to the impeller....thats not my concern since Im doing the impeller every other season anyway.does it get to the entire upper???? thats my concern???? I think not unless motor is warmed up and stats open.Charlie
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    Gas Pressure washer "turn off" instructions incorrect??

    Though I bet if I lay the machine on its side and spray the fogging oil I already have in the inlet and outlet, will probably accomplish the same.Charlie
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    Gas Pressure washer "turn off" instructions incorrect??

    Yep,thats why I store it indoors.Just saw an aerosol can of oil that blows thru the water inlet to coat the internals....not a bad idea for $10..??
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    Gas Pressure washer "turn off" instructions incorrect??

    I bought a Westinghouse pressure washer.Pretty happy with it so far though a little more power would be nice.Bought the larger engine model 212 cid. The instructions for turning off seem to be in the wrong order.Manual states step 1 turn off power switch, step 2 turn off fuel, step 3 turn off...
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    Does Yamaha flush port/hose, flush 100% of motor?

    2000 200hp saltwater series ox66 2 stroke.I am one to ALWAYS put on muffs and let it run till fully flushed.what % of the motor gets flushed using the flush port only?? Charlie
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    Home breaker Box panel question .see pic

    Thanks for the explanation,much appreciated. Im pretty sure the 220 breakers are the large black ones up top but I will take a closer look. In the 30+ years I am in my home I rarely go in the breaker box and when I need to I shut the main. I fear electric, always have. I had to replace a simple...
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    Is this engine oil good?

    Yep,thats what I use.Wally world drops it off on my stoop .Cost is like $20.Shell,Mobil Delvac, Valvoline,Chevron or store brand Super Tech which you can get for $15. I much require a BIG name brand when it comes to oil.Charlie
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