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    Oops I messed up!!!

    I was going over the checklist I made last September when I put my boat up for the winter, and I noticed that I didn't add fuel stabilizer to the tank OR add fogging oil to the engine before putting her up for the winter. I have close to 30 gallons in the tank as it sits now, and my engine has...
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    Boat Keel Shields

    Does anyone have any suggestions for a good product that I could use for a keel protector? I don't want to buy one of the conventional keel guards for $100+, because I'm a bit frugal and don't see paying retail for something so simple. I have a fiberglass v-hull Fish n' Ski and I frequently...
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    PVC Vs. Hypalon ???

    I'm sure this question has been asked before, but here goes nothing. As you all know gas has gotten ridiculous, so I'm looking for a smaller inflatable to complement my 20' Fish n' Ski. The 200 hp. engine on 'her' is going to break me, and I'm wanting something I can take out on a calm day...
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    Need To Know How To Handle My Neighbor??

    I've been living here for 2 years now, and I really love the property that I bought. I have a barn, stable, a pool, and plenty of room to 'Romp' around. I'm only 5 minutes from the grocery store and gas, but out far enough where I don't have to worry about traffic. I see only 2 or 3 cars a...
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    Best RPM for Maximum MPG?

    What is the best RPM range for maximum miles per gallon? I have an Evinrude 200 Vindicator V-6. Max RPM at WOT is 5500 RPMs. What would be the best rpm to maximize my fuel efficiency?
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    Plastic Protective Sheath for Wiring ....

    Where can I buy the rubber protective sheaths for wiring boats? I'm going to run a new tach wire since the old one is in bad shape (the rubber coating is chalky), and I don't want to have to 'fish' it through the old sheath since it's skin tight in there as it is. Any ideas? I'm going to...
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    Rectifier/Regulator Wiring Question

    I just replaced the rectifier/regulator on my Evinrude E200STLERK, and my tach still isn't working. The tach is getting power, but the gray wire on the back of the tach isn't getting a 'signal'. I noticed on the rectifier/regulator I had a gray wire and a purple wire. Does the gray wire...
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    How Do You Test A Tachometer?

    I replaced my rectifier/regulator, and it's charging good now. Although, the tach still doesn't work. Any ideas on how to test it? I'd like to test the tach itself.... how do I do it?
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    Tach Not Reading on Evinrude E200STLER

    I will be brief, and explain all circumstances. Last Fall I replaced the Rectifier/Regulator because it wasn't charging my battery AND my tach stopped working. A few weeks ago I had to replace a 1 yr. old cranking battery because it would no longer hold a charge, and would only hold a surface...
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    1995 Bombardier / OMC Remote Throttle Problem.

    I removed my remote today, and took it apart, because it is hard to shift in the FORWARD position. After taking it apart I noticed that the FORWARD cable had a small plastic retaining piece that was broken in half. I examined the REVERSE cable, and it had the same piece, but the two halves...
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    Milky White LU Oil on '95 Evinrude 200 Vindicator

    Engine: 1995 Evinrude 200 Vindicator Yesterday I was out on the water, and everything was running smoothly all day. Then when I went to dock to pull in the shifter on my control box was very hard to shift, and didn't want to budge without force. So, I got it into gear and pulled out of the...
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    Need Opinions for PVC Support on Boat

    I have a Skeeter Fish n' Ski that I plan on storing outside this winter due to the unavailability of space in my garage. The wife says one boat in the garage is enough, and my Nitro takes up the garage. So, I want to make a PVC Support system to fit underneath my regular cover that will...
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    Outdoor Storage Problem with Fish n' Ski.

    I have a 20 ft. Skeeter Fish n' Ski, and there simply isn't enough room in my garage for it, so I am going to store it outside this winter. I have had it covered for the past 2 weeks, and I thought everything was fine until I got under the cover today. I have the Attwood Boater's Best cover...
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    Do I have to Winterize?

    I have a '94 Evinrude Vindicator 200 that I mainly use for fishing trips with the occasional ski trip. I often run into a few days into December and even January that I have the opportunity to go Bass Fishing with 40 to 50 degree weather. If I am going to be getting my boat out in the middle...
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    2 - 12v Battery Charging.

    I have 2 - 12V deep cycle batteries hooked up to my trolling motor, and wired in succession to allow power to it. Can I hook up my trickle charger to each, one at a time, until each one is fully charged without any of the current crossing over to the non-charging battery?
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    Bunk Adjustment Needed.

    I have a '95 Skeeter 200SL riding on a '95 Skeeter Trailer Made by EZ Loader. The other day at the river I noticed after I launched my boat that some of the bunks were loose. I didn't have the necessary tools to tighten them then or I would have, but I will have them tomorrow when I launch...
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    Question for you 'Motorheads' out there.

    I have a '91 Dodge Dakota that I have owned since it was new. The engine is a 4 cyl. and has 234,000 miles on it with a manual transmission. It never fails to start right up when I turn the key, and I keep up the maintenance on it like I should. It doesn't burn any oil, and other than...
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    I HATE Thieves!

    I can't remember if I told you all or not, but on Saturday night, Sept. 22nd I had close to $1500 worth of fishing equipment stolen from my boat in my back yard. I filed a claim, and the insurance company a.k.a. Progressive Insurance Co. DENIED the claim! They stated the boat wasn't in a...
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    Treated Trailer Wood Question.

    Update ... see below! I've decided to replace the side boards that fit behind my fenders since they are old and coming apart. So, I went tonight to get some treated plywood and had it ripped lengthwise so I have 2 - 2' X 8' pieces. Here is my problem. Can I apply outdoor carpet glue to a...
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    My Tech Caught me Off Guard. Need Advice from a Pro.

    As many of you have been following my issues with my VRO on my '94 Vindicator 200hp engine I have somewhat of a wondering if my tech knows as much as he says he does. He's a young kid in his early 20's, and I'm kind of questioning his knowledge. Can someone with more knowledge and experience...
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