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    Amp draw for 40 lb. trolling motor

    I have a Minn Kota AT 40 trolling motor (40 lb. thrust). I've looked all over it and perhaps a label or tag is missing, but I can't find what amperage rating it is. One source said figure approximately 1 amp per pound of thrust, and I'm led to believe that's close. What size fuse should I go...
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    Lower unit fill procedure

    I hope this is in the right forum. If not, I trust the moderator will move it to a more appropriate one. I having trouble comprehending the necessity of filling the lower unit with gear oil by the procedure that seems to be universally accepted, that is filling from the lower hole until it...
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    Recommended lower unit lube 1994 C25 Yamaha 25 hp

    I've just bought a 1994 C25 Yamaha and want to change the lower unit oil. I don't have a manual. What oil is recommended by Yamaha? Other recommendations would be appreciated. Is there any reason to flush the old oil with a solvent, or should I even consider that? Also, could synthetic be...
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    Switching ground instead of positive lead

    I'm in the process of rewiring a small bass boat. Is there any reason NOT to break the ground wire with the switch, as opposed to breaking the positive wire? In my case, it would make the hot wire much shorter, and therefore reduce the amount of hot wire subject to wear, shorting out, etc...
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