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  1. daveydoodle

    Idle adjustment

    First season for my new old 1990 Johnson 70 hp. Running good , new gas lines and carbs rebuilt by PO. Running fresh non ethanol gas and new plugs. At idle 6 -700 rpm sometimes stops including when shifting. I bumped up the idle screw 1 1/4 turns, one of two, that moves linkage on starboard side...
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    Glue adhesion.

    Does anyone know if the vinyl / carpet glue would bond to plywood that has epoxy coating , I'm covering with marine vinyl on a small deck. Thanks, Davey
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    Verify proper 50:1 oil mix

    I have a new old 1990 Tinney with 70 hp Johnson 2 stroke. I converted the VRO to manual mix. The PO doesn't remember if he put oil in the built in 16 gallon tank. I can see the color indicates some oil but id like to verify the proper mix this spring?? Web shows everying from test strips[ old...
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    2005 Honda 225

    Any outstanding / common problems with this motor? It is our first 4 stroke. Havnt closed the deal yet , just getting some intel, Thanks, Davey. Oh -- only 100 hrs use. Gear box good, Non ethanol always used.
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    Aerator switch question.

    I just bought a 1990 sea nymph fish & ski. Since Mi. winter has set in I'm thinking about my repairs as soon as the cover comes off in spring. It has two very small live wells on either side of the open bow. The Aerator 3 way switch on dash reads "auto" and "man" there is only one pump , I...
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    Tearing out Marine carpet , replace with vinyl.

    I have a 1990 sea nymph dual console open bow. My wood floor is good. Any tips to rip out and replace appreciated. Heard acetone dissolves the old glue? Once out I know ill be sanding for the new adhesive. I'm sure guys have done this without removing the floor. This could peel right up or may...
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    Change a VRO to manual mix 1990 70 hp johnson.

    I don't trust the VRO , I just bought the rig and want to change over. Bought the new pump with plans on having it done at an established dealer but no go-they wont work on older than 96 in my area. Trying it myself but have some questions. The new pump has two brass hose fittings for gas I...
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    Removing black spots on vinyl seats.

    These spots form usually when covered, probably a form of mold, had no luck in the past with the regular removal products. Is there anything new out there this year? Meyby havnt tried the correct product either. I just uncovered my pontoon boat here in Mi. where its been very wet, rain. Its...
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    87 20 hp mariner locking pin will not release.

    Hi Boaters, I usually leave the locking pin out due to it not releasing when placed in gear. I did a visual today and I see the lever with spring is intact and clamps down on the pin when its in. It has a rod with a u shape running thru it and the rod goes up thru the engine , this rod has an...
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    Make LED light for dock fishing

    What is best water tite seal for the polycarbonate 1 ft tube with leds in it. there are videos on how to but differing opinions on 4200 , boat life, e2000, e6000 . Im using the tube with pvc caps and the gland fitting. forgot plain old marine silicone too. Don't expect it to last forever but my...
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    Paint old cowling

    Hello Skippers, Like to dress up the fiberglass cowling (engine cover) on my 87 Johnson 140. Has a few nicks & gouges too. Does this have to be sanded down to bare glass? What material to fill in/sand & feather in the gouges? Getting some after market decals too. I do not have the equipment for...
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    lime build up removal

    Hi skippers, I am trying to remove a rather heavy lime build up on transom from setting in water lake erie. Its painted aluminum hull (alumicraft trophy). Just tried a marina recommended "Zing" that cuts the lighter buildup on the sides. Even when applied with steel wool it does nothing on...
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    control box,hard shifting and high idle lever not responsive

    Hello Captains, Have a 1987 Johnson 140 vro with a high idle lever. When idle lever placed in high position seems to have alot of slop till about the last half inch or so, when placed down continues to idle high. Not to mention the clunk when shifted, the throttle is harder to move than I think...
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    Sea nymph aluminum models

    Like to find the difference between a 14R and a 14M. I guess sea nymph uses that letter for specs on the boat. One must be deeper, wider or both??Thanks
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    bogs down till warm

    Hi folks, I have a 97 seadoo gti that's always ran well. Last few days noticed it bogs down almost like its going to stop until it runs for 5 minutes or so, then can top it out running smooth an any speed. Am going to change the 2 plugs and check fuel filter if I can find it. Beyond that I...
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    Wire size

    Hi fellow boaters, I am rewiring my 87 alumicraft trophy 19. In lieu of re connecting the corresponding plastic couplers under dash I have decided to run pos & neg to a fuse block & replace old wiring. Have the following questions. Size of primary pos. & neg from batt to block and should this be...
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    teleflex steering unit removal

    Have a 1997 alumicraft with above hydraulic steering assy. am trying to pull out of the dash wood and just replace the dash panel. Have the dash off so I have access , have the wheel off. Took nut off the wheel side of the shaft and see it goes thru the unit to a cap with a lock pin on inside...
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    Fuel supply

    Got a no start when warmed up last yr.on 1997 evinrude 50 w/vro on my pontoon. I un clamped the supply line at engine. When I re attached it---gas sprayed out under pressure before I clamped it. Is this normal or indicate a problem?? I cranked her quite a bit prior trying to start.Thanks for...
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    new fuel pump?

    hello boaters, Have a 1997 evinrude 50hp, changing from the vro to manual oil mix. Do I need a different fuel pump? Is the pump 2 parts--pump plus the diaphragm? Thanks ,daveydoodle.
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    Hope I didnt fry brain.

    After winterizing my 96 seadoo gti-I disconnected the neg.on battery and heard 1 chirp & realized the key was still on, immediately pulled the key.Seems like I heard or read this could damage the elec. components. Is this correct?? Thanks..
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