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    bow mount trolling motor on a bowrider with rail?

    Re: bow mount trolling motor on a bowrider with rail? I could have sworn that I had updated this thread (since I am the OP), but after reading through it, I don't see that I did. So my apologies for the late reply. But, I ended up having a local boat dealer fabricate this mount for me. It was...
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    What size fuse should I be using for my ignition fuse?

    I have an old somewhat corroded glass fuse that I cannot tell what amp it is. What size fuze should I use as a replacement? Thanks,
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    Fuse Connection

    I have a problem that first happened last year in the middle of the lake. We had to drift to shore and find a guy to tow me back home. What I have found is that there is a problem with my ignition fuse. Everything else works fine. In order to fix the problem that has now happened to me twice...
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    GPS/Sonar shuts off every time I start the motor?

    I have a 1991 Thundercraft stern-drive (OMC 4.3) bowrider and have a problem where every time I start the motor, it shuts off my GPS/Sonar unit (Lowrance 520C). Originally, I have the unit wired through an unused switch on my panel. Then I tried routing the power directly from the battery to...
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    Does this battery location need to be vented?

    Hi, I just purchased a 24V trolling motor and need to find a place to install my 2 deep cycle batteries. At some point in the future I may build a casting deck that would allow me to store the batteries under the casting deck in my bowrider, but that is a project for next year. I have a box...
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    How long do I need to let the sealant dry?

    I am going to be installing my new Smart Tabs (SX) this weekend. I plan on using the 3M 4200 that many on the board have recommended. However, I have not read anything about how long you need to let the sealant dry/cure before you can put the boat in the water. Also, is it best to put...
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    What is this drain hose for?

    First off, I have a 1991 Thundercraft 177LS with a 4.3L OMC Cobra Engine/outdrive. I was washing out the bilge in my boat last night trying to wash out some leaves and other gunk that had gotten in there. While I was doing this I found a hose hanging down into the bilge from the engine. I...
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    When do you use your blower?

    Obviously I am aware of the recommendation to let the blower run for 4+ minutes before starting a sterndrive motor. When else do you use the blower? 1. Do you use it when you are trolling? ie slow as possible. 2. Strolling? I know this may not be an accurate term, but I am thinking of...
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    What's the best way to clean white gunk off of outdrive

    I have a 1991 OMC Sterndrive that was evidently stored in a slip or on a lift with the drive down in the water. As a result, I have a layer of white gunk on the outdrive that is very difficult to remove. What is the best way to clean this stuff off?
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    How to hook up accessories such as radios/sonar?

    I am trying to install a radio and am having trouble determining how to get power to the unit. I have tried hooking up the positive and negative directly to the fuse box terminals just to make sure I could get the unit to work. Eventually, I want to hook the radio and sonar up to the empty...
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    bow mount trolling motor on a bowrider with rail?

    What is the best way to mount a bow mount trolling motor on a bowrider with a rail up front?
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    Minn Kota Terrova or Powerdrive V2?

    Has anyone taken a close look at these two motors? I have a 17 1/2 FG Bowrider and am looking for a trolling motor. I am looking at the 70lb Powerdrive V2 and the Terrova 80lb. Is the Terrova worth the extra $300 bucks? I haven't been able to find any reviews or a whole lot of information...
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    Is this a livewell?

    I recently purchased a 17 1/2 bowrider that has a what I believe to be livewell in one of the storage areas in the bow of the boat. There is a single drain that goes out of the boat. I believe that the drain is above the waterline from what I remember from the one time that I have had the boat...
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    Anyone own a 1991 or older Thundercraft? How can I find the HP for this OMC Ster

    I recently bought a 1991 Thundercraft with a 1991 OMC Cobra. I have been able to find the basic story behind the demise of the Thundercraft company, but am wondering if there are any places where I can find any more infromation on these boats? ie owner's manual? etc. I have the original OMC...
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