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  1. redneck joe

    80 HP Mercury trim

    i did find my manual, it does not list the 80 hp however the trim system should be the same. Below are some pics, need to determine what you have
  2. redneck joe

    80 HP Mercury trim

    yet here we are...
  3. redneck joe

    Boat purchase

    guess we should wait to find out what kind of boat it is before we keep guessing
  4. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    i had to look it up Why the Difference Exists Tow Vehicle (3-Wire System): Many cars, trucks, and RVs—especially imports or vehicles with amber turn signals—have distinct circuits for the left turn signal, right turn signal, and the brakes. Standard Trailer (2-Wire System): Standard flat...
  5. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    well the 2014 sportwagen did not come with one and i bought used and i highly doubt, based on recalls i've seen over the years and issues i have with vehicles, that 'installed from the factory' equals 'problem solved'.
  6. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    well local option is a no go and i have to buy the expensive one per the internet due to my jetta having the PWm systems: CURT 59236 is a multi-function powered converter kit that handles 2-wire, 3-wire, or PWM systems and connects directly to the vehicle battery, whereas CURT 56496 is a...
  7. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    yep good news is i can get the universal curt replacement locally for under $50.
  8. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    well i read up on it and probably needed.
  9. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    all vehicle lights operable power from vehicle lights to converter dead after that what sucks, besides it being $80 is that it really was rarely used inthe 6 or so years i've had it installed . My little flatbed trailer wiring was jacked so i just never hooked up (vehicle lights easily...
  10. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    draws power from battery rather than 'fragile' light wiring??? How is it fragile? https://www.etrailer.com/Custom-Fit-Vehicle-Wiring/Volkswagen/Jetta+SportWagen/2014/C59236.html?VehicleID=201438637
  11. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    About to untape some wires. I tested passenger side turn as it has a wire to it and it tests good on output so thing the controller is bad.
  12. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    Found the fuse under the hood, tests good. Its a curt thing, not sure why its needed.
  13. redneck joe

    stupid question - trailer lights

    finally digging in, tester shows completely dead on all operations back tracking the wires i found this. I've done some fresh wiring to trucks and a couple cars over the years but have never seen this. Says circuit protected, where is the protection located? Cover does not appear to be removeable
  14. redneck joe

    my fathers musings

    Memories are easy things. All one needs to do is have them. Getting them on paper is probably more difficult but getting them on paper is just mechanics: key on some keyboard and, buffered or not, print. Of course I will do that here. That may be the majority of what I do. But, for my...
  15. redneck joe

    Retirement Financial Planing

    here's a pretty good vid. in my research i came to this conclusion but was not fortunate to have all in one place. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1KNFnwjcyc/
  16. redneck joe

    Boat purchase

    if inboards it can come from the shaft packing.
  17. redneck joe

    80 HP Mercury trim

    typing while pooping.
  18. redneck joe

    80 HP Mercury trim

    Pretty sure not the hydraulics. Juat moved so not aure where its at but I'll tey to find my service manual.
  19. redneck joe

    Starcraft on C-list/ebay!

    Well, a center console it is not
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