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    2006 Tohatsu/Nissan/Merc. 9.9 oil filter?

    OK, I bought this 2006 Mercury 9.9 (basically a Tohatsu MFS 9.8) last spring and the gentleman I bought it from already had it winterized with the oil changed. So now I am in the process of un-winterizing my boat for Spring and need to change the oil. Problem is, I can't find a darn oil filter...
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    Elvin, need HELP finding part

    Elvin, you may or may not remember me. We had a few discussions back in spring about my 2005/2006 Mercury 9.9 which is actually a Tohatsu 9.8/9.9. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=237368 Anyway, just FYI I just found the lower end of my motor has been victim to freezing water. I just...
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    Trying to make sense of different MK Powerdrive models

    I currently own a MK PD50 which is an older "white-head" style PD. I am looking at upgrading to a 24v unit (probably 70#) with Autopilot and maybe Universal Sonar. I don't think I can justify the extra expense of the Terrova though it looks very nice. I've read many of the threads here on...
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    Trying to understand Aluminum vs. Stainless performance

    OK, I have a fairly good grasp on how pitch, diameter and rpms affect speed/performance. (I think, anyway.) My Fisher 17' aluminum deep V is powered by a Mercury 90hp 2-stroke. (My motors max rpms should be right at 5500 based on the book.) The boat came with a 21 pitch 13" aluminum prop and...
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    Need Merc. parts help for 2006 9.9 4-stroke

    I've been having a devil of a time finding a water pump kit for my Merc 9.9. Been looking for over a month now. Not trying to gripe, but I just can't believe for a motor this new there aren't any water pump kits to be found. All my local marinas are out, and I ordered one 2 weeks ago from a...
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    Paging Elvin....help!

    I would send you a PM, but it appears you don't have that option enabled. If you recall my previous thread about my Merc. 9.9...(Nissan) http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=237368 OK, I have been all over looking for a waterpump kit and actually ended up ordering it from a huge Merc...
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    2005 Merc. 4 stroke - actually a Tohatsu?

    After sadly parting with my 1992 Nissan 9.9B2 I replaced it with a 2005 Mercury 9.9 4 stroke. HOWEVER, I've stumbled upon some info. that says this motor is basically a Tohatsu/Nissan? Can anyone confirm or deny this? I would actually be very pleased if this were true based on my experience...
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    Thoughts on this Racor filter?

    Was doing a bit of research on ebay and happened to stumble across this: Ebay item 350018936238 For $20 +shipping vs. $60-$100 for a new kit from my local marinas this seems like a good deal. Appears slightly different than the typical 320 racor filter kit, plus it has 2 in and 2 out lines...
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    Proper way to run main & kicker outboard off 1 gas tank?

    This may seem absurdly silly to some - just thought I'd ask before I do something I'd regret. My 17' Fisher Deep-V has a 30 gallon internal tank which runs my 90hp Merc. oil-injected 2-stroke. I always carried along a 6 gallon tank with mixed fuel for my 2-stroke kicker - it was not...
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    Convert Merc 9.9 to bigfoot?

    Hypothetically speaking... Say you had a standard Merc 9.9 4 stroke and a 9.9 bigfoot with a blown motor. Would it be possible to swap the legs to make the standard 9.9 a bigfoot model? I am quessing that the only difference between the two is in the leg/gearing/prop. Perhaps a better...
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    Fair value for Nissan 9.9?

    Just picked up a 2005 Mercury 9.9 4 stroke to replace my Nissan 9.9 2 stroke. It's been a great motor, but for trolling I think I'll be much happier with the 4 stroke. Anyway, I have a few people already interested in my Nissan and needed to get some opinions on setting a fair price. It's a...
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    Nissan kicker question

    Thought I would also post this question here in case some of you have any input. Please see this thread: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=202855
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    kicker prop question

    I am using a 9.9hp 2 stroke Nissan as a kicker on my 17' Fisher Deep-V. The Nissan has a 3 blade prop and I am wondering if a different pitch or maybe a 4 blade prop would give it better bite at lower rpms? *I fish several 10hp restricted lakes and I am having difficulty maneuvering tight...
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    HELP1 Mounting Transducer to Powerdrive?

    I've got a MK Powerdrive 55 and just got a new fishfinder for the bow of my 17' Fisher Deep V. I've already got the bracket that mounts the transducer to the motor and have been out fishing twice. Currently I have the cable running under the 1/2 of the *bracket mounted to the boat. (*My PD is...
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    1992 50hp Force questions

    Hi guys, thinking of buying a used fishing boat with a 1992 50hp Force with tilt & trim. (Boat is 1991 16' Spectrum V aluminum.) Boat is in excellent condition, but I'm a little leary of the Force outboard. (Heard a lot of general comments about staying away from Force engines since they are...
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    Lowrance iFinder questions

    Looking to buy my first GPS unit and through some extensive research I am leaning heavily towards the Lowrance ifinder H20 or H20C. However, still have a few nagging questions. First off, other than the cost factor is there a big plus getting the color screen vs. the B&W screen? (I know it...
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    To pinstripe, or not to pinstripe...that is the question.

    Been working on-and-off (mostly off) on my '84 Basstracker 17'. On a short note, I've installed a new Minn Kota Powerdrive unit, replaced all the old carpeting and seats and casting chairs, installed a "doel-fin" on my outboard and added a few fishing related goodies like rod holders and such...
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    Where to find Minn Kota PD foot pedal?

    Well, chance favors the patient - or something like that. I just got back from the grand opening sale of D I C K's Sporting Goods here in Columbus, OH which was formerly a Galyan's. I went for the sole reason to find a deal on a trolling motor.<br /><br />Turns out, they didn't have any...
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    Best/easiest way to troll w/4 rods on small boat?

    Just got my first boat last year (17' Basstracker) and while I enjoy casting and jigging, I've had a lot more luck locating and catching fish while trolling. I mounted 2 rod holders on both sides of my basstracker late last fall and can fish 2 poles (Ohio law) per person. However, if I have...
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    Opinions Please - Minn Kota 40AT or 40PD???

    I'm in the process of readying my 17' Basstracker for spring. One of the things I need to do is get a new bow mount trolling motor, as the old Motorguide 28 is looooong overdue for a replacement. I've narrrowed down my choices between the Minn Kota 40 All Terrain and the Minn Kota Powerdrive...
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