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    Priming problems on cold start

    I have a 88 Suzuki DT175. I have had an issue with cold starts (only cold). I have to do this procedure below to get it to run steady. - Pump the bulb until its firm - Push the choke in for 10 sec then turn over - Starts in about 3-5 turnovers but will stall in 5 secs - Check bulb and needs to...
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    Leaking Carb

    I took my boat out and ran it one last time this year and discovered that it leaks gas out of one of the carbs when I tilt it up to put the bracket on it (on the trailer after it ran and was primed). I have had issues with this in the past and have taken the carbs apart and I usually adjust the...
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    Grinding a prop barrel???

    Take a look at this article....in BASS Times this month. What are your thoughts on this? Anyone ever try this?
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    88 Suzuki DT175 rectifier

    I was running down the lake WOT and suddenly the motor started dropping RPM and it starting missing. I put a few days into troubleshooting and discovered the faster I go the higher the voltage goes. My finder was on and it was reading all the way up to 16V at a WOT run. Now I pulled the...
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    Mobster Tabs

    Just a question on Mobster Tabs. I had talk to a few people on here a while back about them and wondering if they were fading out (not being produced). I see a few places that sell them are down to the angled models and they are on sale (like Cabelas for example). Just wondering if anyone knew...
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    Jet upgade for johnson 90hp??

    I saw the other posting about a upgrade to increase hp. My dad's 1985 90hp johnson is suppose to be the same motor as a 110 or 120...something like that....don't know too much about johnsons. But anyway he was telling me that with different jets he can get more hp out of it. Does anyone know...
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    Reduce Slip on Aluminum Boat

    I was just looking for a way to reduce slip on my boat. I have a Spectrum 1804 Aluminum bass boat with a 175 Suzuki motor. The boat does have rivets on the bottom of it and the deck is plywood. I run with light amount of equipment and looking at about 15% slip at WOT with 2 guys. Is that good...
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    suzuki tach for sale??????

    Sorry. Solicitation is not allowed on the message boards.<br /><br />Try the want ads.
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    Motor height....need some expert advice

    Ok here is my deal.<br /><br />18' Aluminum Spectrum Bass Boat<br />88 DT175 Suzuki OB 25" shaft<br />14.5 x 24 Suzuki Prop<br />Fixed Hi-Jacker Jacking Plate<br /><br />I have raised the motor all the way up on the boat. The reason is the motor is too big (25") for the boat. I bought the boat...
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    3 and 4 blade

    Here is my situation.<br /><br />I have 2 props....both same pitch.<br /><br />Prop A - 3 blade 14 3/4" dia<br /><br />Prop B - 4 blade 14" dia<br /><br />Which one will perform better WOT? Holeshots? What is the advantages of A and B?<br /><br />I have ran both props and did not see a huge...
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    Suzuki DT175 to a DT200

    I want ot know if it is possible to get 200hp out of the 175. Is it just a carb change or is it more? Thanks
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    DT175 help

    Well I wanted to see if someone can help me here.<br /><br />I have a 1988 DT175. I bought it on a bass boat and it had a lot of problems at first but most seem to be straightened out. I replaced the throttle sensor and had some choke issues. But anyway it really hauls now (64-68mph). But here...
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