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    exhaust housing cover plate question

    1978 Johnson 20 model#20cr78c<br />Does it need a gasket or seal around it? I just drained my l/u oil and it was a light green/milky color. I was troubleshooting the problem: Changed washers, tightened screws well, but was wondering if this could be the reason for water in fluid(besides seals...
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    Lake Trout Techniques

    The ice cracked open on one of my favorite lakes that holds nice lakers. It would be my first time going in my boat for them and would greatly appreciate any information or techniques on how to catch these lunkers. Thanks :D
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    Would higher altitude affect outboard from lower altitude?

    I just got an outboard from MN. Johnson 20 model#20CR78C (this is a 78 model, correct?) And It is idling a bit rough. I have a manual for it, but before I get into it further I was wondering if the higher altitude can affect it's performance. If so, what would be the next step? Thanks, MB
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    transom mounting bracket assembly diagram

    evinrude 9.9 1984 longshaft model#E10ELCRA--I disassembled it from the outboard to paint it and I thought I could re-assemble it without taking notes. Well, I've learned the hard way that it is difficult. My manual does not have any information on it. If anyone can help with a diagram of the...
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    purchasing outboard used in saltwater--good or bad

    I've been looking at a couple small outboards that were once used in salt water. They seem well taken care of and are in good shape. I would use it in fresh water. Any advice is always appreciated. Thanks!!
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    camping solo

    It seems that I do a lot of this lately--especially when fishing buddies back out due to various excuses. I often tell my wife that if I didn't go just because of other friend's excuses, I'd never go at all. Any of you often go through the same as me? I just got back from a winter...
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    PFB--winter break approachning--glad to see you've survived 1 semester

    2 weeks off without any students!! Looking forward to fishing, relaxing my mind. How about you?!
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    portable fishfinder gel cell battery

    Just purchased a eagle fisheasy portable fishfinder and was wondering if anyone knew where to get the rechargeable gel cell battery. I got the fishfinder at wal-mart, but couldn't find any there. Any info. is greatly appreciated. MB
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    cleaning dust/dirt off of motor

    Anyone have any suggestions? I took my boat on a long dusty road to get to a great fishing hole and now the motor is really dirty. A friend says to wash it with the hose, but I'm not so sure...Thanks, MB
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    Evinrude electric start not working

    I have a 1984 9.9 Evinrude electric start motor. <br />Model # E10ELCRA--Serial # E0341805. I took it out fishing this weekend and the electric start would not work--no click, nothing. <br />I disconnected it from the first battery (fully charged) and connected it to my trolling battery<br...
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    When high winds erupt on lake

    I was wondering if anyone has any advice about how to handle the ol' 14 ft. fiberglass trihull when high winds erupt on the lake. I'm a bit new to boating (have kayaked for a few years, but never ventured out too far). I also have a 1984 9.9 evinrude which is a true champ! Any info. is always...
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    Sand paper grit for hull

    Hello, I recently applied some marine tex epoxy to the bottom of my hull to fix some scratches. Any idea what size grit sand paper is best to sand the dried epoxy? Any information is always appreciated. MB
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    Duration of trolling motor battery after full day of use

    I have a motorguide 34# trolling motor. Anyone have any idea how long the battery (wal mart<br />trolling battery) will last after a full day of fishing (6 to 8 hours)? Can I go a few days without <br />having to charge it up? Any info is greatly appreciated! I just bought the battery and...
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    Prop seal leak

    I have a 1984 9.9 evinrude and just recently the lower unit began dripping oil from the prop shaft. I've taken it out a couple times since the leak and I make sure to fill the shaft before I take it out. It doesn't need much of a refill before it comes out of the vent hole. The motor also runs...
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    more trolling motor advice

    My transom to the water line is 12-13 inches.<br />Would I go with a 30 or 36 inch trolling motor shaft? Any information is always appreciated. MB
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    electric start outboard and trolling motor on same battery

    I was wondering if it is possible/suggested to run my electric start evinrude and trolling motor on the same battery. Pros and cons please! MB
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    Trolling Motor advice

    Hey gang--would a 36 inch shaft trolling motor <br />work on a 20 inch transom 14 ft. trihull boat? Happy fishin' --MB :cool:
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    Flushing motor

    Just before taking the boat out of the water,<br />it is necessary to always disconnect the<br />fuel line and let the engine run until it dies?<br />I've heard different theories on this. I have<br />a 1984 9.9 evinrude outboard. Any info.<br />is always greatly appreciated! MB
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    fishin' with lead core line

    Hey--Kokanee salmon are hitting in my part<br />of the US and in order to get down to their <br />depth I need to use lead core line. Anyone<br />have any suggestions as to what reel to use, <br /> #, etc... Any feed back would be greatly<br />appreciated. MB
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    sears trihull gamefisher

    Anyone have experience with this kind of boat, ie: performance etc.
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