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    Bow Thruster with terminal fuse blown

    I’ve run the same unit….they will “back charge” without SI hooked up
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    Bow Thruster with terminal fuse blown

    Where is the wiring for the start isolation feature? Without it, your drawing from both batteries this the blown fuse
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    Question about battery post connections

    On second thought, don't do it. The main point of contact is between the "pad" of battery terminal and the lug on the battery cable. Putting a nut or flat washer in between the pad and the cable increase resistance significantly, causing heat
  4. dingbat

    Question about battery post connections

    Yes, Ny-loc are recommended as they are vibration resistant unlike wing nuts. The contact is between the lower side of the copper lug and the top of the battery post. The nut simply holds the lug in place
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    Do you use non ethanol gas ?

    I have no need for E0. My outboard owner's manual recommends 87 octane, unleaded fuel https://www.apba.org/sites/all/files/documents/Ethanol2.pdf
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    Question about battery post connections

    No reason why not.....but why are you stripping them? Are you using ny-loc nuts as recommended? Doesn't take much torque at all to tighten
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    Flush mount plotter on Sylvan

    I was going to flush mount my chart plotter but wasn’t thrilled that I couldn’t remove it when leaving the boat unattended. Ended up yoke mounting it in the “glove box” with a lockable smoke glass door to keep honest people honest. Out of site, out of mind.
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    Need prop help with new boat

    New to you boat? Something is wrong. What you describe is the typical classic symptoms of a under propped boat. Since that is the factory recommended prop size. One can only assume that the prop is damaged, worn out or has cavitation or venting issues for one reason or another
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    Boat Ramp Etiquette

    Where I boat, you’re not going to find any smoking hot wives, or girl friends for that matter, wearing bikinis at the boat ramp. They’re all at the pool bar at the yacht club….lol
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    What is this port?

    That is a scupper valve. Never seen them used in critical applications. Normally used on splash well and cockpit drains. As noted above, a closer inspection is warranted
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    Cannot Get Dust Cap On!!!

    At this point I’ve removed and installed 100 or so caps (4 x25 yrs) on my tandem trailer and have only bent 2-3 and lost two. The caps are “interference” fits that take some finesse, to install. If you find yourself smashing the ***** out of them your doing something wrong or the part is out...
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    Disconnecting the fuel line, let engine burn gas ?

    Years back, I removed the quick disconnect at the motor and let the motor run out of gas while I ran to get the truck. Current motor is hard plumbed to the carburetor. Simply not feasible to remove and let run out of gas after each outing. Concerned at first, but here we are 20 years...
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    Do your electronics blink off when you start your motor?

    Instrumentation “blinks” during starting because current demand exceeds battery capacity, resulting in a voltage drop below the lower limit of the instrumentation with the starter is engaged. Possible causes: 1. Weak or under sized battery 2. Compromised (corrosion) cables and or wiring to...
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    2004 21 Seaswirl Striper

    IMHO Under powered and over priced for a 20 year old boat and power
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    1998 Evinrude 225hp no spark? Stator testing

    You check ohms, not continuity Below gives procedure and reading https://www.cdielectronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/CDI%20Troubleshooting%20Guide%20-%202012.pdf
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    Garmin Striker Plus 7SV Transducer Disconnected Error

    Never ever assume the wire colors match up. Transducer: Pin 2 (wht) is the temp sensor. Pin 6 (brn) is power Pin 1 (braid) is shield As noted above. Connect sensor blue to pin 2 (wht) Connect sensor black to pin 6 (brn) No need to terminate the sensor shield to pin 1 unless needed, which is...
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    '95 OMC 5.0L fuel line

    That's the remnants of AQP style hose fitting. An expense, machine fabricated assembly. Assume someone rigged it up instead of replacing with original
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    Distorted Fish Shape On Fishfinder?

    The “white arcs” are not actually fish. They are meaning less software generated graphics. Same targets…”sepia” on left, CHIRP” on right….. photo verse MRI Colors note density of target. With experience can determine species by location, shape and color of returns. Had me for a minute...
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    Garmin Striker Plus 7SV Transducer Disconnected Error

    Personally not a fan of cutting cables. Easier to install a NMEA 2000 temp sensor
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    Hydraulic Steering On A 20022 Bass Tracker 175

    Selection is based on model of the motor, not the boat
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