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    Fuel reading inaccurate

    The fuel gauge reads full after being filled (go figure), but I do not believe it is accurate. I have a 22 gallon moeller fuel tank, my fuel gauge reads half full, but we put 18 gallons in at pump. This same scenario at various fuel levels. Is it gauge or sending unit. The tank came new in mail...
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    Battery hook up for recharge

    I have two batteries on my boat. House and Engine battery. How do I connect them in order to get the engine alternator to charge BOTH while running? Also do both batteries have to be same type of cell/core/ material make up?
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    Prop wash over transom

    Took boat out for first trail run and some engine break in time. Getting some prop wash over transom and turbulant water at rear on both sides of transom at high speeds. Its an older "U" shaped pontoon log boat so it runs shallow. think if I "skinned" the underside rear 1/3 it would help smooth...
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    Wiring to a BUSS

    When wiring my toon boat, do I need a separate buss block for neg. and for pos?
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    J.c. Mfg 1983 pontoon rebuild

    Many hours and $$$$$ of hard work. you guys have been a huge help. boat not complete, still have to run wiring, fuel, and battery. but getting close. thanks for all the help.
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    Posting pictures

    Guys, I have gotten an incredible amount of help from everyone here. My boat build is nearing its end. I would like to share some photos of the entire build start to finish; but dont know how to reduce size of pictures so they load on here. All my pictures are on my phone. ANY HELP? Thank You
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    Anchor and tow points

    Need to add my tow and tie down point on stern. I got some ZAMAK bow and stern eyes. The package says 500lb safe working load. I am not sure if the 500 lbs is good for towing big adults in tubes. It would be 1 on each side. Anyone have working knowledge on this. Thank you
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    Starting battery?

    Getting to the good stuff. need a starting battery for my rebuild. Gonna run the Merc 115 CT XS. Opinions, and suggestions.
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    Steering and control cable boot

    At point in my build were Im adding console soon. Is there a boot or a particular size hole to drill in my floor for control and steering cables? any links, pictures, or help is appreciated. Thank You
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    Transom position.

    I read a post from a fella on another forum were the guy "VaGent"(much like myself) did a complete rebuild on an older pontoon. The photos of his boat look just like mine. The transom is inset between the 2 "U" shaped logs. I want to extend it out more like modern set ups. now..... I have a...
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    Fuel tank set up

    I received my new 29 gal. Moeller fuel tank for remote installation. The tank has 1 extra port than I can account for. There is a main fuel line port for the engine. A fuel filler port (the largest port) then there are 2 (TWO) additional smaller ports next to filler. I know one is a deck venting...
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    Shaft length?

    200 merc xr6 with 25 inch shaft on 24ft pontoon. Most toons use motor with a 20 inch shaft, what will the effects of a 25 inch shaft be? pro and cons. thanks
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    1964 1/2 Crestliner FireboltIV 15ft info

    Recently picked up project boat #2. A 1964 1/2 Crestliner Firebolt IV. 15ft. Its a fiberglass boat. Hull in resonably good shape. looking for info, pictures, specs, PARTS PARTS LIKE A WINDSHIELD (fold down type). any info or knowledge would be welcome. Thank you
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    Best pontoon battery

    Ok fellas, you guys have been great. I get great info or clarification on things Ive read. Hope all had a good Christmas... so todays question is about marine batteries. 1.) How many do I need? 2.) What are some applicable high quality batteries? lights, radio, depth finder, LED deck lights...
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    Motor purchase

    http://www.yamaha-outboardsale.com any of you guys ever do any business, or know of anyone who has done business with this company? having a new unused older model motor shipped from overseas at these prices? thanks
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