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    Semi newbie pre-launch questions

    Hi all, <br /><br />I am getting my boat ready for the lake next weekend and I gotta few questions...<br /><br />1. The motor has not been run in about 4 months. I am going to change the lower unit oil, plugs and start it with some muffs before I head out. Anything else I should check? <br /><br...
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    RPMs on a 78' 70HP Johnson

    What should the max rpm be at wot? Just got this motor and am totally new to boating. Thanks in advance!
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    Anyone have a Garmin Etrex GPS?

    Hi all, I just got a nice map of the local lake (lake conroe in TX) with a GPS grid. I have a Garmin Etrex I bought a while back but have never really used, does anyone else have one? How have they performed when out? <br /><br />Thanks in advance!
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    More Newbie Questions

    I had my first launch today and all was successful. However, it has raised a few new questions. <br /><br />1. Storage:<br />Is storing a boat in a boat slip (no lift) a good idea? It seems like a nice alternative to having to trailer up every time. Pros/Cons?<br /><br />2. Pulling a tube:<br...
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    question about launching with an old outboard.

    Hi all, my "new" 79' boat requires that the motor be manualy raised and lowered. The motor is a '78 70hp johnson. Last night I found the lever that releases the locks and was able to lower it but I lowered it while holding the motor in fear that it might just fall into the lowest posistion. When...
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    Fuel oil mix ratio?

    Hi all, <br /><br />I know this is a dumb question..but.. I just purchased an old boat, and want to make sure I get the fuel/oil mix right. My motor is a 78' Johnson 70hp. Does anyone know the correct ratio?
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    Just got my first boat

    Hi all,<br /><br />I have been lurking around the board for a week or two reading all the excellent advice. I finally broke down today and purchased a 1979 Thundercraft Magnum 160 with a 78' 70HP Johnson. I'm sure I will have many questions coming up.. just wanted to introduce myself and say...
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