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    Foam filled toons and water absorbtion

    I have an old pontoon with U-shaped logs that had water in them for a long time. I have read that the foam in these logs absorb water and increase the weight. Is there any cure for this? I have considered cutting off the back of the logs and removing the foam while also adding a better way to...
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    Pontoon stability in rough water?

    I'm new to pontoons. I have a 24 footer that I'm converting to a inclement weather party boat (clear vinyl enclosure). Some of the places I'd like to explore are big lakes 5 - 10 miles across. There is a possibility that even if going out on a beautiful day, wind could come up and waves could...
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    94 Merc 25HP timing advance

    I have a 25 HP mercury, 1994. On other motors that I've seen, the timing is advanced, mechanically as the throttle is opened. On this motor the ignition plate is fixed to the block with a link. I'm wondering if and how timing advance is accomplished as the engine speed increases/throttle opened...
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    Shear pin?

    Does a 1994 25 HP mercury have a shear pin? I can't seem to spot one in a parts break done. Thanks Aaron
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    Help choosing fish locator

    I presently have an old Eagle that I got at a garage sale for $20. It is good for depth and contour but I don't think I've ever seen a fish. I want to be able to know if there are fish below. I usually fish walleyes in lakes with maximum depth of 50'. I am looking at the Lowrance Elite-5 DSI...
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    2 batteries?

    I know it's common to use separate starting and trolling batteries, but is this necessary? It would be nice to eliminate one. Thanks. Aaron
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    Shoot through transducer

    I've been reeding about transducers, especially the ones that are inside the boat and not invasive to the hull. Most seem to be used in fiberglass boats. Does this also work with aluminum boats? Aaron
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    Too much HP?

    After having posed the question about a year ago on this forum of "why am I getting wet from side spay". I was told that I needed a bigger motor. Now I am ready to buy a used one but wonder, is a 40 HP too big for a 14' boat that lists 25 HP as max on data plate? Seems I see many boats no bigger...
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    Chrysler 9.9

    I bought a model 907 at a garage sale. It seems to run good but what maintenance items should I look at and what is the spark plug gap. I don't know how old this thing is but it still has original plugs. Aaron
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