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    Hydraulic steering

    I just got a new boat with hydraulic steering and I am trying to find out if this is normal. When I turn the motor all the way to the extreme right or left, when I go back to the opposite position the steering is really hard to turn. When the motor is in the middle or (strait) position and I...
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    Best place to install a pair of box speakers

    I have a brand new 2005 Trophy model 2002 with the extended hard top. I am trying to figure out the best place to install a pair of box speakers. They weigh 3 pounds a piece and measure 6 inches by 4 inches. I want to mount them in the two back corners of the helm directly under the hard top...
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    Optimax 135

    I just bought a new boat with a mercury Optimax 135. When I picked up my boat they said to use a motor flusher to flush the engine after every use. When I looked at the Mercury manual is tells you to hook a garden hose to a fitting on the powerhead and it says you can do it with or with out...
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    What should I use to seal holes for transducer?

    I am installing a new fishfinder. I am going to drill holes for a transom mount transducer. When I get ready to mount the bracket on what should I use to seal the screw holes? Is it Ok to use regular silicone sealent?
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    difference between class 2 & 3 hitch?

    I have a 2000 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 4x4 with a 4.7 V8. It came with the factory towing package. How can I tell what class hitch it is? I want to tow a new Trophy model 2002 with hard top. I want to make sure the truck can handle it.
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    Does anybody own a Trophy model 2002?

    Do you think a 05 Trophy model 2002 with hard top and 135 optimax is underpowered? What is the top speed with 4 adults and full gas tank.
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    Best place to mount GPS antenna

    I Have been shopping for a gps fishfinder combo for my new 05 Trophy 2002. I have decided to get the Lowrance LMS-337c DF. My problem is Lowrance only comes with an exteral antenna and I dont have a hard top to mount it. I was was coming close to buying a similar Garmin unit that had an...
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    Is the 135 Optimax a good motor?

    I am buying a new Trophy 2002 and wanted tood mo to know if the Optimax are good motors. Model year 2005.
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    Is the 135 Optimax a good motor?

    I am buying a new Trophy 2002 and wanted tood mo to know if the Optimax are good motors. Model year 2005.
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    Is Hydraulic steering worth it ?

    I am going to buy a new 2005 model 2002 trophy walk around with a 135 optimax motor. I dont know much about hydraulic steering so im trying to see if it is worth to get it. The boat comes standard with cable steering with no feedback. What are the differences between both and the ups and downs...
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    Which Trophy to buy?

    I am undecided between buying a new model year 05 Trophy 2002(20 feet) or 1902 (19 feet). They both have points about them. Does anyone here have any feedback between either of these 2 models?
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    Which Trophy to buy?

    I am undecided between buying a new model year 05 Trophy 2002(20 feet) or 1902 (19 feet). They both have points about them. Does anyone here have any feedback between either of these 2 models?
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    1989 Force 125 Trim & Tilt

    My trim and tilt was working fine. I had to remove the band assembly fitting for the tilt cylinder and replace it because I broke it messing around with something else. The trim & tilt works but will slowing drift down until something stops it and wont hod steady. I put new trim & tilt fluid in...
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    Question on 1989 Force 125

    I am installing a fishfinder and the instal book says if your prop turns clockwise in the forward position put the transducer to the right and put it to the left if it turns counterclockise. Which way does my prop turn in the forward position? I just want to instal it in the best position as...
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    Should I instal a voltage regulator

    I have a 1989 Force 125 that runs pretty good. My problem is when im idleing that voltage meter says im getting about 13.4 volts but when i give it some throttle it jumps up to 18 or 19 volts. Is this normal and or should I install a regulator and how should i do it. Thanks
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