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    1989 evinrude xp175 low rpms

    had carbs rebuilt and still having problems with low rpms. at wot 2200 rpms and after a few minutes will build rpms and run normal had weird thing happen today launched boat with two passengers with same results 2200 rpms, would build rpms if you turn left or if passengers moved foreward in...
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    Prop Question?

    Just did a engine swap from a 21 ft nitro to 1987 18ft skeeter SF-180 1250# lbs wt. install a 1989 evinrude XP-175 (4500-5500 rated i believe)with a Raker 14 1/2" x 24 prop ser # 394755 . also added a Jack plate. Did a few passes on lake and she with easily pass 5500 WOT. could not hold her...
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    Buffing clear coat with decals

    I am looking at a 1988 Skeeter starfire 18'.6" hull great shape good floor and transom. Looking at the Boat the clearcoat and gel coat below the Rub Rail looks like new! This boat has been very well kept and clean. no repairs or re-clearing-All original finish and decals The boat needs to be...
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    need to id model number for 1989 nitro 21 bass boat

    does anyone know where I can find the model for the 1989 Nitro's I have looked all over the internet and have yet to find anything I need to order a cover and would like for it to fit just a little haha!
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    '89 175 xp how do i verify rpms on meter?

    I have a automotive test meter that allows you to test for rpms where can i easily test and verify rpms with this meter? i need wire colors and locations. just had carbs rebuilt and when I put in at lake it shows 4000 rpm at idle but it sounds alot less. killed it and took her home need to...
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    1989 evinrude 175xp will not going above 2000 rpms

    Just replaced fuel, filter, fuel lines, had compression tested-ok spark plugs fine. water pump is ok starts fine, idle's fine, shows 5 psi water pressure with boot on at idle revs to above 5000 rpm, with boot on and in gear will rev to above 5000 rpm. put the sucker in the water and will not go...
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    '89 175 xp, will not turn over 2000 rpm's

    hey everyone First timer and glad to be here!, I just purchased a 1989 21' nitro w/ 175 xp evinrude, guy who sold it had it rebuilt about two years ago and his wife came down with cancer. I was told the he would start the boat every week and kept sta-bil in tank. The engine looks just rebuilt...
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