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    "Ruined" battery....dealer's fault?

    I just picked up my boat from being winterized by a local reputable dealer the other day. When I took it in, the battery was fully charged and working fine as far as I know.....I use it weekly. The motor is an '05 Yammy 60 hp with efi. I have used it two seasons now....it's the battery's...
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    Collapsed gas tank

    I have an open style fishing boat with an '05 Yammie F-60 tiller. This is it's second season of use.<br />The plastic gas tank is in a vented area under the bow and so the fuel line is about 15 feet long.<br />With my old motor a, Honda 30hp....the tank wanted to expand....a lot, if stored with...
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    Hawker "dry cell' batteries

    What's the deal with "Hawker Odyssey' batteries? They seem to be quite remarkable but I have only read a little about 'em. Are they as good as they are hyped to be?<br /><br /> Thanks alot <br /> Pond Monkey
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    Hawker "dry cell' batteries

    What's the deal with "Hawker Odyssey' batteries? They seem to be quite remarkable but I have only read a little about 'em. Are they as good as they are hyped to be?<br /><br /> Thanks alot <br /> Pond Monkey
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    OBM .....life expectancy

    O.k all you experts please help me out with your opinions....<br /> I know that certain variables must be considered, but generally speaking how many hours of use can one expect out of a modern outboard? I mean how long before a rebuild would likely be needed? <br /> ....For...
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    aluminum hull refinisher

    I'm looking to clean up and polish my 3 year old aluminum hull. The boat's a 16 footer.I use it in freshwater only, but it has gotten pretty dull. <br /> Anyone used " Metal Wax" ?<br /> I'd rather not have to buff it allbut I will if I must.<br /> Any suggestion?<br /><br />Thank...
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    cranking battery maintenence

    I'll not be using my boat for about four months now. Should I pull the battery and charge it monthly to maintain it ....or what? <br /> Can i expect 3 years or more out of a new battery?<br /> BTW it's a sealed - top type.....so I guess there is no maintence required there correct?<br...
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    yammy tiller location

    Since I'm very close to buying a new '05 60 hp Yammy four stoke (with tiller handle) I have become concerned that I may have a conflict . I've been using a 2001 30 hp Honda with a tiller and it ( the tiller handle)is located on the left side of the motor and that is fine and comfortable with...
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    merc or yammmy or?

    I'm about to buy a new 50 or 60 hp 4 stroke....<br />To me reliability is #1....Are the Merc four strokes as reliable as the other brands, Honda and suzuki / Johnson included .....<br /><br />Thank you....Pond Monkey
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    60 Hp Merc

    Any opinions out there regarding Merc's 60hp 4 stroke, efi? <br />I'm considering replacing my 30hp Honda with the above ......for added power, and the efi advantage.<br />Thanks alot...Pond Monkey
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    EFI advantage/ reliabilty ?

    I run my boat at elevations from near sea level to almost 7000 feet. My 30 hp Honda losses serious power at the higher elevations as would be expected. <br />I am wondering , does efi automatically adjust the air/ fuel mixture and compensate as air thins with elevation increases ? <br />I'm...
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    Tach recomendation

    I own an open style fishing boat with a '01 30 hp Honda with tiller control and electric start. Could someone please recomend a good tach...surface mount would be nice and easy installation also would be a plus...<br />Thanks in advance P.M.
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    RPMs question

    I have an Alumaweld Super- Vee ( 15'7" )with a 30 hp Honda and tiller control. The boat's heavy at 775 pounds with 10 degree vee bottom.....I do love the boat...<br />The original prop (a 12 pitch )was too steep at high elevations (4,500')........going to a 10 pitch made a huge difference and...
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    Honda oil filter

    I have a year old Honda BF30A that needs an oil and filter change. <br />Do I need a special tool to remove and replace the filter and does the engine/ oil really need be warm to change the oil properly.<br />Thanks alot
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