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    What kind of line do I have on my reel?

    Is there a way to tell what kind of line is on a spinning real?( Mono, flouro, or braid.)
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    15' Starcraft trihull

    Hello everyone. Do you guys know anything about a 15' StarCraft Trihull? It has a 30 hp Yamaha on it. Supposedly garage kept. Thanks.
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    catch and release

    I usually catch and release my fish. With trout I flatten the barbs on the hooks. Should I flatten the barbs on my hooks for bass fishing?
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    Low speed speedometer question

    My speedo has a range from 0-65 mph. It doesn't read anything untill I get to about 12mph. If I get a speedo that goes from 0-45 mph will it be more sensitive at lower speeds? My boat only goes about 31 mph so I don't need a 65 mph speedo. A lot of the lakes I boat on have 10 mph speed limit and...
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    Is this boat a starcraft?

    Hello everyone. I have a 1997 Monark Pro 1700. The HIN number starts with a STRxxxxxxx. Does this mean it's a Starcraft hull that was rigged by Monark?
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    Bait casting help needed

    Hello everyone. I'm just learning to use a bait caster. When I cast side arm the bait goes to the left, when I cast over head the bait goes down. How can I fix this? Thanks.
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    Trolling Motor; Foot control or Hand Control?

    Hello everyone, I would like opinions on using a foot control or a manual control bow mount trolling motor. I have an older Motor Guide now with foot control and I'm a little spastic using it. I guess I'll get better with time.:laugh: Thanks.
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    Trolling motor runs in reverse

    I have a Motor Guide 740 41 lbs of thrust bow mount with foot control. It runs in the opposite direction that the arrow points. It has 2 wires 12 volt. Can I just reverse the wires on the plug socket? Thanks.
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    Hot trolling motor

    My Motor Guide trolling motors' power cord gets hot after a few minutes. Where it plugs into the socket on the bow has actually melted a little bit. What causes this? Thanks.
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    Looking for tow vehicle

    Hello everyone. My new to me boat weighs 2400# boat motor and trailer. I'm afraid my 2008 Escape is going to blow the the trans. I'm looking for a used SUV that is not too large to pull it. Any suggestions? $15000 range.
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    Fuel gauge goofy

    Hello everyone, My fuel tank holds 23 gallons. I emptied it and my fuel gauge read 1/4 full. I added 10 gallons and it read full. This is obviously wrong. Is there an adjustment on the sending unit or gauge itself or what could the problem be? On the water the gauge drifts off of full as the...
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    mirrors

    I have a 2008 Ford Escape and I'm looking for mirror extenders. Does anyone know of any? Thanks.
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    private message

    How do I know if I have a private message and if so how do I open it? Thanks
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    Water in top cylnder, HELP!

    I have a 1997 Force 75hp. The top cylinder has water in it so I replace the head gasket. The top piston shows signs of pinging, top of piston looks shot peened and all the carbon is gone. The 2 lower cylinders look normal. The old gasket didn't show signs of leaking past the fire rings yet the...
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    Fixing corrosion holes in my 1997 Monark Pro 1700

    Hello everyone. I bought a 17" Monark on Thanksgiving day. I finally got around to putting it in the water and checking for leaks. In half as hour it probably took on 3 gallons of water. I took it home to investigate and found some small paint blisters on the starboard side where the side wraps...
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    1997 force 75hp need expert advice

    My 1997 Force 75hp 3 cylinder has a dead cylinder because of water getting in the cylinder. Compression check showed 135 top, 130 center, and 135 bottom. I replaced the head gasket anyway. Checked the cylinder and didn't see any cracks. The old gasket was nasty but seamed to have a seal all the...
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    Proper Head Torque

    I have a 1997 Force 75hp outboard. Serial # OE261263. My Mercury shop says the head bolt torque is 120 in. lbs. My workshop manual says 120in. lb and then 90 degrees more. Which is right?
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    Main Power Switch

    I just bought a 1997 Monark Pro 1700. It has 2 batteries and a main power switch that has 4 positions, Off,1,2, and All. How is this switch supposed to work and what functions does each position control?
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    Proper way to start engine?

    I have a 1997 Force 75hp outboard that I haven't started yet (just bought the boat). To choke the engine you have to push the ignition key in. Do I do this in the start position and how long do I push in the key. When it starts can I release the key or do I need to hold the key in for a while...
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    fuel capacity

    Does anyone know how much fuel a 1997 Monark Pro 1700 boat holds.
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