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    Is there another anode on my 115?

    2000 115 (J115VLSS). I know I have sacrificial anodes in the prop shaft housing and on the lower unit. Looking at motor from below, I noticed what may have been an anode on the bottom section of the transom bracket based on the ruminants still there. It looked tubular and crossed from one side...
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    Unloading a roller trailer - How do I?

    I have a Karavan roller trailer for 23ft walkaround and need some advice or tips please.<br /><br />If bunk trailers can be unhooked before the boat is backed into the water and once the boat starts to float I guess it will slide off the bunks, what is the correct or easiest way to unload a...
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    OMC vs Sierra Regulators\rectifier

    I ordered a replacement regulator for my 2000 J-115 (OMC part# 586075) that was cross referenced from Sierra Marine (18-5830). <br />Sierra told me that their regulator does not have the extra wire on the connector that feed one of the above mentioned devices (i would think the VRO). Although I...
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    Boat ramps in New Haven CT.

    Besides Lighthouse park and Branford river, does anyone in CT know of any other ramps in New Haven County?<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Re-attaching Trim Tabs

    Besides sealing the screw holes on the transom with something like 3M 5200 sealer/adhesive, should I also coat the contact area of the tab to?
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    Help with Tie Rod - Steering piston location.

    How important is it that the tie rod be on the same tongue hole on twin engine setup?<br /><br />I purchased the boat (2000 Legacy\Seafox repo) with twin Johnsons and hyrdualic steering. During the survey it was noted that there was play/leakage at the steering piston and that I should bleed it...
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    whats the difference between A and B fuel hose.

    Need to run new fuel lines on 23 ft walk around with outboards. Whats the difference in the TYPE A-B on fuel line?
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    What is the "Special" in the 115's

    My model is J115VLSSS. I can't find anything about the last S. Is this a special? if so, what's so special?<br /> Model
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    Using Loctite on Nyloc nuts

    If Nyloc nut fasteners are only good for 1 to 2 removals, why can't you use the nut again with a thread locker like Loctite (RED or BLUE)? Seems that it would save on the cost of having to throw away good stainless hardware. Or is it just as simple as using stainless lock washers?<br /><br...
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    Question for Knot Working about Seafox 230WA

    Knot Working,<br /><br />I recently bought a 2000 23 WA Legacy (now SeaFox) with twin 115. I noticed in your WOT thread that it didn't handle 2 footers that well.<br />Can you tell me what I can expect from the boat as far as handling goes when I finally get it in the water the spring? My...
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    Question for Knot Working about Seafox 230WA

    Knot Working,<br /><br />I recently bought a 2000 23 WA Legacy (now SeaFox) with twin 115. I noticed in your WOT thread that it didn't handle 2 footers that well.<br />Can you tell me what I can expect from the boat as far as handling goes when I finally get it in the water the spring? My...
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    Anyone advise/use bottom paint remover.

    I have some areas on the hull that need minor gelcoat repair. Since I will alway be trailering, I don't see the need to keep the bottom painted so I want to remove it all. Does anyone how cleanly the paint will come off and what would be the best product to use? Looks to be 2 different coats on...
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    Prop Pitch - recommended -vs- current

    I have a Legacy 23 walkaround with twin 2000 J-115. Boat currently has Solas Titan 13 1/4 X 19 SS props. When I follow guide for props, they state 15 to 17 pitch for same size prop. Boat loaded with 2 passengers weighs about 4600 lbs. I haven't had the boat in the water since I bought it and it...
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    Whats difference between cross flow and loop charged?

    What is the difference and advantage between a cross flow and loop charged?<br /><br />What are the 2 square ports on either side of the flushing port (exhaust relief??) on a 2000 Johnson 115? I know water comes out of the P hole but don't see anything out of those ports.<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Where is the fogging port?

    I thought or heard that some newer Johnson/Rude motors have a fogging port/valve. Where is this located or am i hearing wrong?<br />Or should I mix up the fogging potion as indicated in a Clymer manual and feed them this?<br />Model# J115VLSSS (2000).<br />Thanks
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    Removing old sealer/adhesive/silicone

    In the process of re-bedding most if not all of the attachments to the hull. How do I remove silicone type adhesives stuck to hull?<br />Thanks.
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    2 filters or 1

    My boat is setup with two Racor gas w/s filter assemblies capable of 60 GPH each. The boat as twin 115's which shouldn't drink more than 30 GPH combined. My question is should I spend the money to keep both filters in service with one for each motor or save space/money and use just one? Each...
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    Throttle mounted trim switches

    One of the thumb operated trim switches on my twin controls (OMC?)for 2 Johnson 115's is not working for the up position on the port motor. I have troubleshooted the problem to the switch that is not working. The 2 switches (actually 4, 2 up-2 down)are encapsulated in resin type material.<br...
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    Lower Unit Oil Capacity

    When changing the lube in my 2000 J-115 Ocean Pro, I noticed that what drained and what went in was approxiamtely 16-OZ. I have a Clymer manual says it should be 26 to 32 depending on LU.<br />I didn't fill from bottom up but every time I tried to sqweeze in more from top, it would ooze out...
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    BONDO for small repairs?

    I have some chipped areas on my hull under the bottom paint. Any reason why I can't/shouldn't use bondo to fill then coat with resin?<br />Thanks.
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