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  1. TwoBallScrewBall

    You gotta see this!!

    I was spraying decarb into my plug holes, when oops, the little tube on the end of the can ejected and disappeared into the plug hole. %$(@&%^@#$~!!!!<br /><br /> <br /><br />So i'm getting a nice look at my cylinders. Look at all the carbon that's left on them after THREE DECARBS! Ran one...
  2. TwoBallScrewBall

    New Question - Primer ball does not fill

    I could never get my primer ball pumped up on this engine to the point it was solid. I figured it was a bad check valve so I put a new one on today. Double clamped on both ends, and this one won't get solid either. I feel gas trickling through it when I squeeze, but never gets anywhere near...
  3. TwoBallScrewBall

    My Prop Slip

    Let me thank everyone in advance for the help with all my questions over the last couple weeks.<br /><br />Now here's another one...<br /><br />Using this prop calculator:<br /><br /> http://www.rbbi.com/folders/prop/propcalc.htm <br /><br />my prop slip with the 19P stainless is 22% and with...
  4. TwoBallScrewBall

    Inboard engine - Ventilation

    Any boat with an enclosed engine should have a blower to vent the engine room or bilge of gas fumes before startup. It's very cheap insurance. Around here, blowers are about $30 for a good 3 or 4 inch model, and another couple bucks for the plastic ducting.
  5. TwoBallScrewBall

    Compression test question - Results Posted

    I'm going to take a baseline compression test on my motor after work today, just for my own information. I will remove all 6 plugs. Do I need to do anything to the ignition to prevent damage while cranking with the plug wires disconnected?<br /><br />Thanks again!
  6. TwoBallScrewBall

    Hooking up a portable tank

    Going to decarb. Picking up a portable tank for the job. My plan is to disconneect the fuel line at the primer bulb and attach the portable tank there. My question is do I need to do anything special to disable the oil injection? I know I have to use premix in the portable tank, but do I need...
  7. TwoBallScrewBall

    Sealing transom mount holes

    I moved my engine (200hp evinrude) up on the transom, and I want to reseal the bolt holes before I put it in the water. My plan is to remove one bolt at a time, fill the hole with 5200 (I bought the caulk-gun size tube) then reinstall bolt. Is this sufficient? Any better way to do it? I...
  8. TwoBallScrewBall

    OK - Not-So-Big Thumbs Down for Ballistic Prop

    Swapped out the OMC 14.5 X 19 SST (stainless) prop for a ballistic 14.5 X 19 stainless prop (see stupid human tricks). Boat performance went to hell.<br /><br />Holeshot was completely worse, took a much longer time to get on plane and to do it respecably required some trim tab while with the...
  9. TwoBallScrewBall

    Prop fit question, 115 to 200hp

    Will the prop from a johnson 115 fit the shaft of an evinrude 200? My dad has a spare 15X17 I want to try on my boat.<br /><br />Thanks!
  10. TwoBallScrewBall

    2 questions about my 1997 200hp ocean pro evinrude

    I was outside poking around and learning where everything is on this new motor I have. I have 2 questions. <br /><br />1. On the silencer box that attaches to the carbs, on each side there is a little door or cover that covers the bottom 1/3 of the total opening. What is this for and should...
  11. TwoBallScrewBall

    Listen to this!

    Bought my new boat, and asked the previous owner if it had a sst prop. He said no. It is painted black so I didn't think twice.<br /><br />Ordered a shiny new Ballistic 14.5X19 SST prop, got it Wednesday. Went out and pulled the old prop off the boat and thought to myself "Self, this prop...
  12. TwoBallScrewBall

    Cleaning Clear Canvas

    My new boat has a canvas encousure with clear fromt, side and aft curtains. What do I need to clean this stuff with to not fade or cloud it? I wiped it down with water and that worked OK, but is there something better that won't damage it?<br /><br />Also, since it's in good shape now, what...
  13. TwoBallScrewBall

    Maiden Voyage on Stiff Nibbles II

    Had my maiden voyage on the 'new' boat yesterday.<br /><br />Rough day. Strong wind all morning, bay was 2-4 feet all over the place. I usually launch out of a marina in keyport, but didn't know if I'd clear the bridge with my canvas up so I wanted to launch somewhere else. The municipal ramp...
  14. TwoBallScrewBall

    What size kicker?

    I'm thinking of taking a few extra bucks out when I close on my new boat to add a kicker bracket and engine. It's a Wellcraft, 24' overall, 22'6" hull with a 200hp main outboard. What size kicker engine would you put on this rig to get back in from, say, 15-20 miles out if the main engine...
  15. TwoBallScrewBall

    Outboard Newbie Q's

    Hey all,<br /><br />Had an I/O in my previous (and first) boat. Picking up a new (to me) boat Saturday, 23' wellcraft WA which has a 200HP Ocean Pro. Just had some general questions.<br /><br />Any quirks or common issues with this engine? It has 218 hours on it, and is a 1997 model. Owner...
  16. TwoBallScrewBall

    First time trailer setup, anyone have this boat???

    So, I have a sparkly new 2005 Load Rite 5 Starr trailer in my driveway, waiting for Saturday to be loaded with my new Wellcraft. <br /><br />It's a 1997 Wellcraft 23 Excel. Similar if not identical to the Coastal 23. <br /><br />Can anyone give me some measurements as far as roller spacing...
  17. TwoBallScrewBall

    Buying a new boat, Changed my mind!

    Well I had a small deposit on a 2005 20' walksround (SeaPro). However, over the weekend I (we, wife and I) stumbled on a boat I fell in love with. <br /><br />Say Hello to Stiff Nibbles II:<br /><br />It's a 23' Wellcraft Excel, 1997. Has a 200HP Ocean Pro 'Rude on it. Here's the thing, it's...
  18. TwoBallScrewBall

    I'm conflicted - Yamaha 150 F/S Vs 200 2/S

    Hey,<br /><br />Buying a new boat. While it's being built I'm deciding on an engine. For about the same price ($400 difference) I can get either a Yamaha 150HP Carb four stroke, or a Yamaha 200HP EFI 2 stroke. <br /><br />Boat is a Sea Pro 206 Walkaround, 2400 pounds dry w/o motor, 20'6" hull...
  19. TwoBallScrewBall

    It's Official - I sold my boat

    Sold, but for the greater good..... :D <br /><br />Well, wifey and I were thinking of maybe getting a more ocean-worthy fishing boat. Had an awesome summer of bay and lake fishing, at times 5 days a week after work, on my 1988 bayliner capri that I picked up for a song and dropped a new engine...
  20. TwoBallScrewBall

    Sea Pro boats - New boat shopping!

    Looking at a new 2005 Sea Pro 206DC. Any word on these boats? I know the 206DC is brand new, not even up on the web site yet, but a dealer near me has one (the second one out of the mold he says) and I really like it a lot. Got my boat and my motorcycle up on ebay already. I know I'm going...
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