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    Fuel gauge question

    Yeah, I know this seems to be a common topic. I have read dozens of threads by searching but I am still confused. I have the diagram saved. Here's my deal. I got the boat used. The guys said he couldn't figure out why the gauge didn't work. A friend suggested the float may be stuck and that I...
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    Question about charging in parallel with onboard charger

    I have a Noco Genius 3 bank charger. I have a starting battery that also runs electronics. I have 2 batteries that I would like to use for my 12 volt trolling motor. I was going to hook them up in parallel but was wondering about the ability to properly charge the batteries? I know a lot guys...
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    Automatic and manual aerator switch for livewell.

    What do they do? Never had a livewell before. Does automatic cycle on and off? Why would I need the manual option?
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    Mercury Optimax 75 fuel question and question about shifting forward reverse

    I just got this boat and the previous owner told me to only use expensive gas. I looked in the ,manual and it says 87 octane is fine. Now, if he has been using high octane the since he's had it for the last few years does it matter if I use lower octane or do I need to put the higher in? Also...
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    Question about trim and storage

    In order to fit my new boat in the garage I had to move things around and put it at an angle. Still, I had to adjust the trim on the motor to make it fit. I couldn't have it all the way up and on the transom saver, and I couldn't have it all the way down since there is a ledge near the wall and...
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    Onboard charger question

    If a 3 bank on board charger states that it handles both the wet and the sealed batteries can I charge multiple types on it? What I mean, is if I have a sealed battery and two lead acid batteries can I hook them up to the three bank charger or do I need to have all the same type? Also, can I...
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    lowe fm165 questions

    I am getting an 06 Lowe fm165s and while we were on the test drive there was something I noticed. The Previous Owner had a lanyard type thing attached to the ignition key. He wrapped it around his hand and said it should always be attached to your body to kill the engine in the event that you...
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    Does anyone know how much a johnson 20 hp weighs?

    It is an '89 2 stroke Johnson. I am looking for a motor cart for it and would like to not buy one that is too small.
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    Questions about portable fuel tanks

    I have a small 3 gallon tank for my 4 stroke 6hp merc. I keep it in the garage and it never leaks. I got a 6 gallon tank with my 2 stroke 20hp johnson (old- '89) and it leaks. It appears to leak out slowly at the caps when it expands. So I went and picked up a new one. I took the fitting out of...
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    What is this?

    I have this thing on my boat that the positive and ground wires hook into for my lights, bilge, anchor winch, etc. It still works but has broken in half so I would like to replace it. The only problem is that I don't know what it is called? Some kind of control box? If I were to go to a store to...
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    Got hosed on a Chrysler 20 hp electric

    I bought this motor and now it looks like it is going to be way more work than I have time for. I think it is a late 60's model #2021. It is electric start and seems to be in good condition except for the seals and it is missing the cowling hood. I took it out once and it ran great but when I...
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    how to fix a broken clamp?

    I have what I believe to be a '76 9.9 outboard. One of the clamps is bent or something because I broke the handle off trying to turn it and then I used a pipe wrench to turn it. Now that it is coming out the back side (tightening) it appears to be stripping. Should I cut the end off and then...
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    Help identifying the year of 2 outboards please

    The first is a Johnson 10 hp. Serial - E4383185 Model - 10R76R The second is a Chrysler 20 hp electric start. Serial - 1061 Model - 2021 I am trying to determine the fuel oil mix on them as well. For testing that they worked I did a 50:1 ratio. Does this sound right to you guys for these two...
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    Is it possible to convert a pull start to electric?

    Hi, since this isn't a repair question but conversion, I guess this is the right place to ask.... If I pick up a used 2 stoke 25 hp outboard that is pull start can I convert it to an electric? Is this costly? I realize there are variables but assuming it is an 80's model Johnson what do you...
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    Can I use a 35hp instead of a 25?

    Hi, my 14' aluminum lund is rated for a 25 hp motor. If I find a 30 or 35 can I use that or will it be too much of a problem? I'm not really sure how that works. Is there a significant weight difference or is it more of a power thing? Thanks!
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    Tcr-Id 1 or 141c Hummingbird?

    I have the 141c on my old boat and a tcr-id 1 on the one I just picked up. Haven't had a chance to test out the tcr yet since I have been getting bearings done and tires replaced. My question is whether or not it would be worth taking them both apart in order to swap them? Would I be better off...
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    Need help removing a swivel seat please

    I have a seat with one of those swivel bases kind of like this one. I have never installed one since I purchased the boat used so I don't know how to remove it. The back of the seat is broken off and I'd like to put a new one in . I removed the wood plank from the bench but it looks like the...
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    What kind of gear case oil?

    This may be a dumb question but I am having trouble finding an answer to it. I have an outboard 20hp johnson 2 stroke. I need to change the gearcase oil since I bought it and discovered that the lower seal screw wasn't tight and oil was leaking out. I can't seem to find out what kind of gear...
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    Trailer tire help please

    I just purchased a used boat and trailer. The tires are pretty aweful and need to be replaced asap. The sidewall reads: p185 80d13 Could someone plese tell me what the appropriate replacement tire for this is please? Thanks!
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    8 inch tires- newbie questions

    I have been trying to look up info on 8 inch tires and have been having a heck of a time understanding what I am finding. It seems that 4.80 x 8 comes in different ratings? How do I know which is which and which is better? Also, is there a tire that is recommended in 8 inch? It seems like they...
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