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    New Prop - 1/8 inch clearance?

    I just got a new prop for my 1971 50hp Evinrude (50173S). The old prop was 13-3/4X15, the new prop is 14X13. When I put the new prop on, I noticed there is barely 1/8" clearance between the tip of the prop and the trim tab anode?? I am afraid to spin the prop! Is that enough clearance? The...
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    Pitch and diameter

    I have a 13-3/4 x 15 prop right now that is in need of replacement. I would like more RPM, since the boat has a hard time planing when I have more than 3 people on it (which is often). I see a 13-3/4 x 13 prop listed in the iboats.com prop selector. Am I supposed to keep the same diameter and...
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    Nics and bumps

    I think I already know the answer to this but, if my prop has even slight nics and bumps on it, I should be replacing it? The ends of the props all have damage to them. I have read that this can cause minor to sever power loss? steve
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    Basic Bat/Wire Setup

    1) Can I run my FishFinder off of my starter battery (DuraLast Marine)? 2) Can I install some sort of switch to turn off the battery instead of unscrewing the wires from the post each time I park it? 3) Is there some sort of "bus" I could use to run the lights and FF to, then run single leads to...
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    1971 50hp - Fuel Leak?

    I have a 1971 EV 50hp. Every time I take it out of the water and let it sit for a few hours I get a puddle of blue oil (fule and 2 stroke mix I assume) on the ground about the size of a size 12 shoe. It is dripping all the way from the engine area down to the prop. Is this normal or should I...
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    Ev 50hp Plane Troubleshooting

    Hey all, I have a 15' SeaSwirl (1972) with and Evinrude 50hp OB. The other day I had 2 passengers on the boat (including myself) and set the motor tilt to the second pin location from the bottom (trimmed out?). The boat rode great and planed with ease. I had just replaced the spark plugs...
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