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    Overheating Mariner

    I have a 1989 40ELO Mariner, serial 6E9L451969. It is one of the Yamaha powerhead models. I have been fighting an overheat problem for a long time now. I have taken it to two different mechanics several times. Each time it runs great the first time out but after that it will overheat if run at...
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    Motorguide switch won't release

    After the momentary foot switch stopped working on my Motorguide trolling motor, I was told to check the rubber boot that fits on top of the switch. It was torn so I replaced it. Then the switch would not release after taking your foot off of the controller unless you pulled up on the side of...
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    Trolling motor replacement

    I need to replace my bow mount, foot controlled trolling motor with a new one. I am thinking of a Minn Kota all terrain. I have a couple of questions. First, what type of mounting hardware will come with it? Also, will I need to access the underside of where it will mount? I have a 15'...
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    Remove spindle lube for bearing buddies?

    I posted a while back about my difficulty finding parts for my spindle lube system on my trailer. I like the spindle lube idea, but I still can't find a suitable replacement for the old nut lock pins. Would there be any potential problems with pulling the grease fitting out of the end of the...
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    Spindle Lube Drive Pin

    I have a problem with my spindle lube system on my trailer. The brand name is super lube I think. The castle nut was held in place by a drive pin through the spindle. After I completed a bearing replacement I discovered that cotter pins won't work as a replacement because they don't seal off the...
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    Eagle Fisheasy 2

    I have an Eagle FishEasy 2 transom mounted on a 15'Bassmaster fiberglass bass boat. I have a fair amount of interference showing up on the screen even when stopped and the outboard is not running. Also, I can't get over half of wot before it loses its signal. I spoke with a representative from...
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    manual trim question

    I have a 15' Bassmaster with a 40 Hp Mariner, long shaft, manual trim. When I got the boat it needed a new prop and I replaced it with one of identical specs. A Michigan prop 10-5/8 X 12. It planes fine when I am by myself, but when there are two people the passenger has to move forward to get...
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    Refinish options

    I have a small 1990 model bass boat and the gel coat is pretty well gone. If I run my hand over the surface it feels like sandpaper.I assume that it is the metal flake that I am feeling. Do I have any options that are fairly inexpensive, or am I stuck until I can afford the boat upgrade?
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    Thinking about vertglas

    I am considering using vertglas (or similar) on my boat and have a few questions. Does anyone have a preference on which brand to use? I have a dark grey metal flake boat and the finish currently feels like sandpaper. Is it too far gone for these types of products? Also, is it safe to carefully...
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    Hot Spots Worth the Money?

    I hope to get a Garmin GPS unit from Santa and was wondering what everyone's opinion was on the Fishing Hot Spots CD. Is the extra detail worth the money, have you been pleased with it, etc.? If not, what do you recommend? Thanks for the input.
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    Will overheat alarm cause drop in RPM?

    I have a 1989 40 HP mariner 6E9L 451969. I have been getting an overheat alarm at WOT and then it begins to sputter. I read in a similar post that a motor goes into a slow mode to prevent overheat. Is this true? Does my motor do this? I have checked the thermostat and poppet and they are fine...
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    Overheat alarm only at WOT

    I have a 1989 40 Hp Mariner with oil injection. I get an overheat alarm when running at WOT after about 2-5 minutes. As soon as you back down on the speed it goes away. Water pump was replaced a few months ago and I am getting good flow. Any suggestions?
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    almost a hole

    I have a small puncture (1" round maybe) in my fiberglass bass boat. It doesn't appear to have gone all the way through but it is close. There are some cracks spreading around the center and I can't get to the spot from the inside. Is marine tex suitable for this or do I need a more substantial fix?
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    Idle speed problems after long runs

    I have a 40 hp 1989 mariner with oil injection. After the motor has been run for a while it will die when shifting from neutral to forward. At the start of the day or after it has cooled it runs fine. I posted on the same problem a few weeks back and found that my gas tank was not venting well...
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    mariner won't idle in forward

    I have a 1989 40Hp Mariner. It runs well at full speed and idles at stop fine, but it will not idle in forward. The motor just shuts off. It is a recent purchase (3 months) and the carbs were rebuilt professionally before I bought it. What should my first step be?
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    Which warning alarm

    I have a 1989 Mariner 40ELO. This weekend the warning alarm went off. How do I know if it was the oil or overheat warning? Is there a difference? The alarm happened after idling for a while. Turned it off for a while, and it was a little harder to crank back up than normal, ran down the lake...
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    Question from a first time owner

    This may seem like a silly question, but here goes. I have a 1989 Mariner 40 Hp oil injected. Do I need to run the engine dry of gas before pulling the boat from the water? I was told that since I have oil injection I shouldn't worry about it. Which leads me to ask, does the oil get injected...
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    Bassmaster Boats

    Just bought a '90 Bassmaster 147 and can't find much info on the company. Anyone know the story? Satisfied with the boat so far, what is the reputation?
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    Mariner year, dealer is stumped

    I have a Mariner 40ELO, serial number 6E9 L 451969. My local dealer says the serial number is not the right format for a Mariner. Any help or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
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