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  1. JimS123

    Can't get boat even on bunked trailer.

    This is all being over-thunk. A 2-speed winch hardly reduces the cranking energy, but it DOES make the job last longer. The OEM winch is not an issue. It's not rocket science. But it IS an issue with 75% of trailer boaters because the dealers don't know how to teach you, they don't watch...
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    Used 40hp two stroke value?

    If we are talking about "little" motors, then just maybe there is a difference between them and the bigger ones. I only have four 4-strokes and they range between 4 and 2 years old. The 60 and 150 run so awesomely quiet with no vibration that at speed all you can hear is water rushing. They...
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    Fuel hose lifespan?

    I also have 35 year old OEM Evinrude fuel lines that still look like new. The only line I ever had go bad were after market products.
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    Outboard Lock Recommendations?

    Surely your motor is bolted on. McGuard makes theft-proof bolts that will deter a thief. However......if the thief really wants it he (she) will use a sawzall and cut the transom. Then you not only lost the motor, but the boat is ruined as well. Forgetaboutit. Buy good insurance and park...
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    Trailer tires dryrotting again

    Trailer tires are a nightmare and have been for quite a few years now. But your story beats all of the horrors I have ever heard or personally experienced. If I were you I'd look carefully at you storage or maintenance procedures. Especially tire pressure.
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    Boat and trailer Registration NY

    "Some" boats are titled. If so, you need the old title and a bill of sale and you are good to go. Otherwise, if you have a "transferable" registration and a bill of sale its OK. You will pay for the new registration and also a sales tax if it was from a private seller. Same for the trailer...
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    Used 40hp two stroke value?

    I've been a boater for 67 years and have owned my own boat for 53 years. I collect and restore outboards and have 69 in my boathouse as we speak. Six boats complete the collection, although one is a dinghy so maybe that doesn't count. I won't argue about cost of purchase, but then again the...
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    Mercury 20hp only getting 21mph normal?

    A Doelfin hydrofoil will certainly help you plane easier and the investment will certainly pay off. Buttt, it won't cure your loss of HP nor get you running faster. The caveat is that for a foil to work properly the motor height must be adjusted to optimize your footprint in the water. Add...
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    Used 40hp two stroke value?

    A 29 year old motor that hasn't been run in eons, vs an oldie JohnnyRude that runs good. Personally, I want to spend my free time boating, not trying to resurrect something laying in someone's garage that has unknown parts to replace. But that's just me. I'm sure the japan motor is...
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    1984 Starcraft CSS160

    There are wires coming from the engine. Follow them - they lead to the battery. Maybe it has no battery because someone took it out. In that case there may be an empty black battery box, or a red and black wire is hanging somewhere.
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    Wheel bearings full of water

    I am also a believer. Back when I didn't know any better I also left my hubs untouched for 10 years. When I finally opened them up and found no water intrusion and perfectly shiny bearings, I was mad that I wasted the time to repack. OTOH, I don't think the relief valve hole works. Any time...
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    AM/FM Radio Issue.

    If its fixed, OK. If not, what is your #1 priority? If you have an issue and both don't work at the same time, turn one of them off.
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    Just Another Day on the Water

    "Owned my own boat for 53 years". Not THE boat, but A boat. The boat in question is on her 3rd season. Bought brand spanking new. The battery was installed by the dealer, and never removed yet because of an on-board charger that keeps her cozy all Winter. My bad for not checking the...
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    Just Another Day on the Water

    This is my embarrassing story. I’m posting here just in case it helps someone else. I’ve been a boater for 67 years, and have owned my own boat for 53 years. I consider myself to be proactive and thus always prepare ahead. In my youth I did a stupid trick and lost power once. But the boat had...
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    What Prop on my Yamaha 9.9

    Quote: I have a 2005 9.9 Yamaha on a 14ft V hull aluminum boat. End quote. You even replied to him. You must have forgotten. Makes no matter. I don't have a 9.9 Yami, nor will I ever, but my 2 little guys (Tohatsu Mercs) only have 2 or 3 different props available. Tomorrow is a boating...
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    What Prop on my Yamaha 9.9

    The OP did indeed post the boat specs, and based on his data the pundits here made some excellent recommendations. Us guys with "big" motors have lots of options. There are 1, 2, 3, 4 and even 5 blades to chose from. Plus countless manufacturers. In many cases we can even dial in the pitch +...
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    Weight of my boat

    Single axle boat trailers go up to about 3100-3400 pound capacity (boat TOTAL weight). Penn Yan data is basically non-existent. When they went out of business no records were retained. Your best bet is to have your rig weighed.
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    Help! Need advise!

    Simple answer. Your boat should be running more or less a 40HP motor. With a 9.9 you are not under powered, you are Grossly under powered.
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    What Prop on my Yamaha 9.9

    Since he hasn't come back, maybe he already did!
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    What Prop on my Yamaha 9.9

    The comparison is a truly simple way to explain the issue. A guy that spends 100 grand on a speedboat probably has the fortitude (and maybe even the technical background) to eek out every last drop of performance. OTOH, a newby with a 10 horse tinny may think that getting all that complicated...
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