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    Charging batteries

    I have a 16ft smokercraft alaskan aluminum. I used to have a 25hp Mercury 2 stroke, and it would charge the batteries. Now that is sold 'cause my grampa gave me his old (1988 Yammie hardly used) 2 stroke 40 hp. BUT it doesn't have electric start and thus doesn't have an alternator. I've...
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    Trolling with a 40hp 4 stroke

    I have a 16ft smokercraft alaskan aluminum. I used to have a 25hp Mercury 2 stroke, and I installed a happy troller plate. It trolled OK, with the usual vibratory smoky 2 stroke deal, plus I modified the plate for a 45degree position...This allowed trolling at higher rpm. Anyway, I want to...
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    Shopping for a 40hp outboard

    I'm in the market for a 40hp 4 stroke motor, I like the lighter weight of 2 stroke, but I also like the less smoke/ better idle of the 4 stroke. The issue has always been weight of 4 strokes, but now that I'm looking at the comparison, it seems Yamaha is the lightest 4 stroke 40 hp out there...
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    Question on 40 HP Yamaha

    Model is 40LH, and code # is 6H4 L Guy says it is a pull rope start 2 stroke. My question is what year is this motor ? And does it have an alternator and if so what capacity ?
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    Proud New Owner - Questions for Xperts...

    Finally found the right motor. 4 HP Evinrude, 2Cylinder, 2 stroke. I believe it is late 70's vintage. SN E0009234 and Model NO. E4BR4CNR. <br />Seems to run smooth and start really easy.<br />Compression top = 55<br />Compression Btm = 60<br /><br />Can anyone tell me what year this motor...
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    Used Evinrude purchase decision

    This is a 4 HP, 2 strk, 2 Cyl. Evinrude outboard longshaft. Has choke and mixture controls on the lower front, throttle directly above. Throttle moves across L to R to increase RPM. Manual pull start. Forward and Neutral and spins 360 degrees. <br />Motor looks fairly clean for its age...
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    Kicker recommendation

    I had a 3.5Hp Suzuki for my trolling motor, but I sold it 'cause it was just too noisy, vibration, and 2 stroke fumes.<br /><br />I'm wondering if there is a better option in the 3-6HP range for me...<br /><br />I like 4 stroke 'cause weight isn't much of an issue, but the 1 cylinder models are...
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    2 vs 4 stroke continued

    So in terms of older used small (3 to 6HP) outboards, what are some recommendations for a trolling motor ? I've been told Mercs are FAR easier to get parts for, but some people say the late 60's Johnny/Rudes 5 HP and 2 strokes can't be beat for quiet operation.<br />My priority is lower...
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    2 Cylinder vs. 1 Cylinder (2 vs 4 stroke)

    I know this is opening up a can of worms, BUT...<br />Wondering if I can get some opinions. I recently sold a 1989 3.5 Horse Suzuki 2 stroke motor. It was pretty vibratory and loud and I feel mostly due to the one Cyl. design. <br />Long time ago (1974) I used to have a Mercury 2 Stroke/2...
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    Water filter ? Yea or Nay

    Just bought a boat (16' smokercraft ) w/25HP Merc 2 stroke. Unlike my other boats, this boat has integral fuel tank (12Gal). One friend said I should install an inline fuel filter / water filter with replaceable element (bowl type $36.99 ). He says danger of water in fuel is much greater with...
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    '93 25 HP Merc 2-Cyl, Electric Start

    It has tiller control handle. <br />Looking to buy this boat / engine combo. What is the expected compression if the engine is barely used ? <br /><br />Also I have looked through the manual and I don't see what the alternator is rated for....Does it even charge the battery when running ...
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    '92 Yamaha 30 hp 2 stroke, 3 carb

    This is a super motor with Manual Start. What does it take to add the alternator so I can charge batteries with this guy ? Brochure from Dealer says the alternator is "optional" ?
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    '93 Merc 25, 2 strk, Manual start

    What does it take to add the alternator to this guy so I can charge up the batteries ?<br />All the brochures say it is "optional".
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    2001 Honda 25hp comp test

    I'm looking to buy this guy. Motor looks clean, and we will be doing a river trial. What psi should this motor give for a compression test ? Owner says it was hardly used.
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    30 Hp yamaha 2 stroke questions

    Looking to buy a boat with this motor. Circa 2001, oil injected, looks like 3 carbs, tiller handle and manual start only. <br /><br />Guy says this motor has a 6 amp alternator ? Is this correct ? I will be wanting to use some of this current to charge two batteries a little...<br /><br...
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    Honda 15 fuel consumption

    Just bought a 15 ft. aluminum Sylvan Yukon w/Honda 15 motor almost brand new. Compression is 130/133 and runs perfect. Boat weighs about 780 Lbs loaded. I do have the hydrofoil jr. installed. What can I look for on fuel consumption ? I'm thinking a 3 gal tank is fine, with 2 gal bkup can in...
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    '02 30hp Evinrude manual start - 4 stk

    Guy is saying is has a 6 amp alternator ? True ?<br />He has no manual, compression is 115-120-115. Starts w/rope and runs very smooth. Is this an OMC or Suzuki motor ? Plugs looked very clean w/tiny corrosion under connector. Very little oil on plugs. Beige color some. Motor has seen...
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    Evinrude 28 hp outboard circa 1989

    Looking at buying it used. Starts and runs well. Power seems OK on a 16' duroboat. Top cyl. compression = 65-70 psi<br />Btm cyl. compression = 75-80.<br />Motor has been used in Salt water. I'm thinking the motor has very little value, maybe $500, due for rebuild. Boat is good and I want...
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