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    Dual Pro Charger 2x10

    I have a 1995 Champion Bass Boat with a dual pro charger for my 12/24 volt trolling motor. On the front of the boat there is a 3 stage switch along with a 3 prong electrical outlet. The settings on the switch are (2-12 volt charge, 12 volt, 12/24 run). My question is which setting should I...
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    Teflon tape on lower unit plug ok?

    I am going fishing in the morning and decided to check lower unit oil (I am excessive compulsive). I normally install a new washer but I could not find one. I decided to wrap the threads with a little teflon tape to make sure plug does not leak. Are there any known problems with this?<br /><br...
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    Must read...2-stroke vs 4-stroke comparison

    Here is a post I found on another boating forum. The poster is "John from Illinois" who previously posted here on a regular basis. He is well respected for his knowledge of outboards......<br /><br />I had the opportunity to attend a dealer meeting in Stuart, FL last week and driving boats was...
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    "fast start" takes too long? 1994 Evinrude 225

    During initial start up it takes a long time for "fast start" to dis-engage. I sit at the ramp several minutes waiting for motor to idle down. Motor idles at 1200 -1300 rpm for several minutes. I try not to shift into gear with motor running this fast but people are waiting on me at the ramp...
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    1994 225 Evinrude -proper set up

    I have read how important it is to prop this motor near max rpm. My boat will turn 5800 rpm wot. To get it there I have to trim motor all the way up and give it full throttle for probably 15 seconds. Problem is I rarely run boat wot. Most of the time I run motor from 2500 to 3500 rpm and...
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    1994 Evinrude 225 thermostat question

    I hate fixing things that are not broke. But, I have become paranoid about my thermostats because of all the posts here on iboats. I usually do my annual tune-up in late February and planned to change thermostats this year. I went to the local marine shop to purchase new t-stats and mechanic...
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    Champion QL77JC4 vs. QL78YC

    What is the difference between these two spark plugs? My manual calls for QL77JC4 but I have noticed more people using the QL78YC in motors like mine and others that call for the QL77JC4.<br />My engine is a 1994 Evinrude 225.<br />Thanks
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    1994 Evinrude 225

    The adjustable fin that hangs from the cavatation plate just behind the prop. It has a small hole in the front of it that picks up water and shoots it up into the exhaust housing. I understand the purpose of the fin. What is the purpose of shooting a small stream of water up into the leg...
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    engine alignment

    What is the best way to make sure your outboard motor is straight on the transom if you have a jackplate? My boat is unstable at higher speeds and I think the motor is not exactly plumb with boat. Standing behind the boat (with boat level) it looks like motor (powerhead) is tilted slightly to...
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    Rattling noise in 1994 Evinrude 225?

    My motor has recently developed this noise that sounds like small rocks being shaken in a plastic jar. Sounds like something loose but I cannot find anything. Motor does it at cruising speeds and noise is louder when motor is under minimal strain. When the boat is on plane and motor is all...
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    1994 Evinrude 225

    Hi, I have read that this motor has a tendency to trap air in the top of block and cause problems. Can anyone provide information on how to vent the block. I tried doing a search here but no luck so far. <br />Thank You
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    1994 Evinrude 225 -idles too fast

    Motor idles at 1200-1300 rpms. Carbs are clean. I cannot find any leaks. Idle timing is set at 4 degrees atdc. Throttle plates are closed. On initial start-up and motor is cold it does ok (800 rpms after "quick start" lets idle come down). After I drive the boat for a while and return to...
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