I uncovered my boat after a long frozen winter and while checking the engine I noticed some water and oil coming out of a hole in the lower unit. It appeared to be below...slightly off center...of the speedometer tube. Any ideas what may have happened? is this an issue? I am a newbie so...
I have a 1996 merc 60hp. Issue started saturday after fishing a few hours in light drizzle the night before. When i turn the ignition key to the run position (not starting it yet) the alarm goes off with a constant crackling alarm sound. Normally i would get the single beep that it was all...
Re: Motorguide bow mount - Troubles
The kit I have been trying to use is:
They are working loose and breaking.
One of two things seem to happen:
1) When Torqued so much there is no room for movement the rubber casing breaks (this happened last night on 3 of the 4)
2) If I tighten them to...
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I have recently bought a 1996 Tracker Targa 18 that came with a manufacturer installed Motorguide pro*** (forgot the real name) 48lb bow mount motor. I love this boat (1st one for me) but I am learning to hate the mounting for this trolling motor. I...
