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    How can I make my Tracker 40 HP faster?

    How many years experience do you have working on outboard motors ? You ask for help from a group of folks with many, many years of outboard expertise, yet you want to challenge the recommendations given. We can't see, touch, or tell exactly what your motor is doing. By doing simple tests that...
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    1978 Johnson 140hp running rough. Need advice

    Why the synthetic oil after a dino brake in oil ?
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    1978 Johnson 140hp running rough. Need advice

    Only if ignition timing has been altered.....higher octane fuel is for advanced timing and high compression engines. When high octane fuel is used in low compression engines or those with retarded timing, it can cause a extra heat buildup while it produces less power.
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    1978 Johnson 140hp running rough. Need advice

    Unless the engine compression and timing is set up for premium fuel, the use of this fuel will actually produce less horse power ! Talk with any gasoline engineer, much has been written and tested on this subject.
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    Sure Lube pin for Karavan trailer

    Measure the dia and buy a piece of round stock the dia you need. Bend or shape however needed. Looks pretty simple from the pic.
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    Towing friends boat damage

    I check often when I hookup my trailers by cranking up the tongue jack and make sure the couples doesn't come off.....make it a habit ! Especially one new to you trailers.
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    How can I make my Tracker 40 HP faster?

    They make a tool to check how far a spark will jump....cheap at most automotive stores, mine was less than 10 bucks.
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    How can I make my Tracker 40 HP faster?

    Go thru your motor and get everything repaired and adjusted properly...tuneup, replace impeller, set timming, rebuild carbs with factory rebuild kits. Once the motor is running properly with the correct prop, you will see more speed !
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    Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V

    Add a couple eyes, one in front and one in the rear. Make a large loop of rope that goes thru both eyes with little play. Now you have a continuous loop of rope running thru the eyes. Attach your anchor line to this loop the pull it around until your anchor line pulls from the front. When...
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    Tongue Jack Failing

    I have had success using gear oil in a hand pump oil can, the 80-90 wt stuff as it is designed for gears ! Squirt on liberally and work the jack, if things loosen up then add grease to the gears.
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    Towing friends boat damage

    Might be that cheap for an older truck, but a newer one ? Neighbor had his trailer come off last summer, truck was three years old, tailgates were 2K and up to 3500...bumper was 2K due to the sensors in it. Neighbor's bill was well over 7K....on his three yr old RAM. Newer parts are horrific...
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    changing from a 2 barrel to a 4 barrel carburetor

    Check tour engine for top performance as your wot sounds slow. My 1983 22' Islanders also has a 9.9 kicker, three group 27 batteries and loads of fishing gear ( walleye trolling) and the boat has a 3.0 140 hp and will top out at 34 mph with 3 adults on board according to both GPS units.. A good...
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    Is this engine oil good?

    Is the gamble of damaging your boat engine worth saving 10/20 bucks ? Never understood trying to save a few bucks, gambling on a 5K or more boat engine !
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    Loose Strap From Winch To Bow

    Had a breakin about 20 years back, a .357 slug about three inches from his ear made both stop in their tracks, then neighbor joined me and held them for police. They were awaiting trial for burglary in the next county. Model citizens.....
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    Solar charging batteries

    Yes it does, and life comes first !! My reference was for those never check on things, then complain when things don't work.
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    Solar charging batteries

    Scary thought that people would go a full year without checking their battery !! This is where a maintainer for LA batteries comes in. My LifePo4 battery company recommends the battery get a charge/ discharge every three months in storage. Maintenance is everything, no matter what !
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    Loose Strap From Winch To Bow

    Straps can stretch from being wet or sun....most likely someone took the stress off it and didn't tell you. As mentioned, do a quick checkup and test before using it. I also remove tension on the winch when parking my boat, habit for sure....probably would not remember doing so from being a habit.
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    Chinese carbs

    My Cabela's/ Bass Pro card has been excellent for warranty claims or poor quality purchases. Issue by Capital One, they have been on top of any complaint I have had and the interest rate has been lower than any others. Been with them for over 25 years, no complaints.
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    Best way to get to my boat?

    Sure it does, if stored in a barn, you wouldn't have any of your current issues!
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    Solar charging batteries

    I understand, I often find myself working on little projects that have little hope of getting fixed. On the occasion when one does work out...WoHoo, it sure makes you feel good !!
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