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    estimating anual maintance cost

    What is the easiest way to estimate the anual maintance cost on a boat? I had at one time read that using 10 percent of the apraised value was in line but can't find where I read it. Does anyone have any info on this or a better way to estimate? Thanks for any help!!
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    another ? about 225

    My johnson 225 vro has an inline fuel filter (racor) at the engine. If I start mixing my gas will I need to remove this filter? Will the oil mix clog it is what I am wondering? thanks for any info!!!
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    1991 johnson 225 vro

    I am trying to get info on how to change from vro system to mixing my own gas. I keep hearing that with that system, that would the best way to go and have fewer problems. Any info on should I or how to would be greatly app. Thanks
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    TC-W3 2cycle oil

    Can you use johnson or other TC-W3 2 cycle oil in a 1990 225 hp johnson outboard. I'm not sure what the TC-W3 stands for. Thanks for any info.
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    99 honda water in oil

    Looking at a boat that has a 130 hp Honda 4 stroke on it. It has water in the oil and the person I am looking to buy it from says it has a blown head gasket. I know this can be one problem but is there anything else I should look for or how can you tell for sure? Thanks for any input!!!
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    compression test on yahama 225

    How do you do a compression test on a 1999 Yahama 225 and is it something that you can do yourself? Thanks for any help!!
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    best way to wire a second starter button

    I am trying to wire a second starter button on my 1983 70 hp evenrude and don't know were to hook it up on the solenoid. Can someone please help with this. Thanks!!!
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    2-70's vs single 140

    Im looking at 18' and 19' bay and offshore fishing boats. Most of the boats have single 115's up to 150's. I would feel beter with 2 motors. Just wondering if 2- 70 hp would be eq. to a 140 in speed and power.
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    starting problem

    I have a 1985 70 hp evinrude that turns over slow when cold. It starts great when it is warmed up. Can anyone tell me what to check or do? Thanks
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