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  1. dingbat

    Critters in My Boat

    Struggled with mice in the boat for the first couple of years after I starting storing the boat in the barn. Dryer sheets, moth balls, etc. nothing really worked. Then I tried leaving everything open. Simply left the cabin doors and left the electronics box open. The problem was greatly...
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    PL-88 load adapter

    Connectors simply facilitate the installation, removal or servicing of individual components. Other than physical damage or moisture, there isn’t much that can go wrong Nine times of ten, disassembling the connector(s) and visually inspecting for loose pins and signs of moisture and corrosion...
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    2010 Suzuki DF225TXX Chart Help

    The thickness of the shims is determined at assembly. You install the gears then select the appropriate shim(s) to met the backlash specification.
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    PL-88 load adapter

    You see wire piercing in automotive applications, but as someone who builds critical application electronics, I cringe at the thought of piercing the insulation of a wire. It (can) compromises the integrity of the wire both electrically and environmentally. There are a multitude of different...
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    Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours?

    My daughter and her husband have a place on Lake George. Just watched the Lake George clean, drained and dried video. I don't get water in the bilge so that's not a problem. Have a couple of questions if you don't mind... How do they check the hoses running under the deck from fish boxes...
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    PL-88 load adapter

    No. The load adapter is used to mimic the resistance of the coil to eliminate the possibility of a compromised coil giving invalid test results. Page 52 https://www.cdielectronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/CDI%20Troubleshooting%20Guide%20-%202012.pdf
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    Sharing a Pre-Startup Check List > What is yours?

    Locally, jump in and go is the norm. Its expected that all loading and prelim checks be done prior to getting in line to launch. Spending excess time at the ramp will not only make you very unpopular with your fellow boaters, it will initiate a visit from the ramp Nazis in short order. The...
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    1998 evinrude 225 ocean pro help #2!

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    Stupid me, no oil

    I generally agree, but seeing more and more “multipurpose” 2 stroke oils on the market these days. https://www.pennzoil.com/en_us/products/other-oils-fluids-fuel/marine-outdoor-motorcycle-engine-oils/outboard-multi-purpose-2-cycle-engine-oil.html
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    Waterlogged foam?

    What does the weight capacity plate say? Guaranteed it doesn’t say 6 persons of unlimited weight. They use #150 per person to come up with that capacity Bear in mind that the listed weight capacity of most outboard powered boats doesn’t include equipment, ie motors, battery, fuel, coolers, etc.
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    Cross country trailering advice/tips

    Here is the passenger car and light truck version https://www.timken.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Timken-LV4-Wheel-Bearing-Replacement_7562.pdf
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    Chain worth it?

    What happens when you hang the anchor? Do you carry a hack saw or cutting torch to cut the chain? Sounds risky to me
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    Cross country trailering advice/tips

    Timken bearings....... The purpose of the torque is to make sure the bearing is seated in the race. That's why I carry a ready to install hub at all times.
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    Scientist claim to have brought back Dire wolf

    Completely different than here. To get land preservation taxing for large parcels of land, you must be actively farming (crops and or anaimals) or doing some form of conservation work on the property. We have 10 acres in woodland habitat and raise horses on the rest. Tax status is...
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    1998 evinrude 225 ocean pro help #2!

    Loose magnets cause a miss. The total lack of spark is a power pack, sense coil, stator, or wiring
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    Cross country trailering advice/tips

    Don’t forget to check /retorque the bearings after first use of the trailer. https://www.timken.com/resources/md11-nut-torquing-and-back-off-to-set-wheel-bearings/
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    Topped off battery with Distilled water....Why not with battery acid???? Opinions???

    With 1 amp (13.5W) output, you’re probably expending more energy powering the display than charging the battery.
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    2019 Grand Cherokee came with wrong size spare....Just found it out

    This post made me go out to check the spare in my new Mazda. Being AWD they matched the 30” diameter. Has 255/50R20 on the rims and a 175/70R20 spare
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    Scientist claim to have brought back Dire wolf

    Wow...where do you live? On a fenced, EPA Super Fund Site? We live on 28 acres within 30 minutes of downtown Baltimore. All the animals noted below are common visitors to the property. Listened to two turkeys going back and forth this morning while drinking my coffee on the back porch Turkey...
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    Topped off battery with Distilled water....Why not with battery acid???? Opinions???

    Given the duration of my lay overs (3-4 months) and the low self discharge rates in the winter, I don’t use a trickle charger or maintainer. Everything except the ZTR, boat and golf cart are used year round. The ZTR has an AGM battery with very low discharge rates. Don’t see more than a...
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