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  1. jimmbo

    Anyone Seen these?

    No, but I am spending more money than that on a new Camera Body, which I kinda do want Besides, with the Price of Guzzloline being where it is, I don't see much value in Boating these days
  2. jimmbo

    Anyone Seen these?

    There are lots of things that look good, but are of no Use, or Value. It could end up being a 'More Money than Brains' Identifier
  3. jimmbo

    Anyone Seen these?

    I think you should book an appointment with an Ear Specialist
  4. jimmbo

    1980 115 johnson stumbles at 2500rpm low compression cyl 3

    No offence intended. Doesn't the dealer have Mechanics of it's own?
  5. jimmbo

    Gear ratio change/unknown oem prop

    You choose a Prop that allows the engine to run in the Upper Half of the WOT rpm range, which for your engine is likely 4200 - 4600 rpm. With the Ratio change, a 23 is probably a reasonable place to start. Get on good terms with a Dealer, and maybe he will let you try out a few, with your...
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    1980 115 johnson stumbles at 2500rpm low compression cyl 3

    Welcome to iboats Have you done any tests on the engine? First thing to do is a Compression Test. If the engine does indeed have a no/low compression Cylinder(s) then you need to decide, rebuild or replace the Powerhead, or even the entire engine, as there are a lot of other used ones available...
  7. jimmbo

    Anyone Seen these?

    It will be interesting to actually read/review Real User reports of how the prop performs, instead of a Paid Advertisement disguised as a Review, from an Industry Mouthpiece, that just passing on a Company Script
  8. jimmbo

    Mystery issues with Volvo Penta since I/O service

    The engine is turning 4000rpm and the boat is only moving 5 knots? And the the Rpm are bouncing up and down, and the Idle is way too high. Did they give you the correct boat?
  9. jimmbo

    Twin 2.6 omc outboards

    Voltmeter, or Multimeter
  10. jimmbo

    1996 130HP Evinrude

    Over 2 grand, on the water and in gear, or just revving it in neutral on the Muffs? Is the fuel Filter clear? Are the Carbs clean? Is the sync between the carbs correct, as well as the sync between the Carbs and Spark? Checking the Compression, and checking that the Ignition System can produce a...
  11. jimmbo

    high idle

    They gave you good direction, to take it to a Shop
  12. jimmbo

    Anyone Seen these?

    Shows a lot of People, those in the Higher Income groups can afford to pay more, a lot more, Income Tax,
  13. jimmbo

    high idle

    Does a Doctor or Lawyer give away Anything? I guess Blue Collar Workers are expected to give away, their Livelihoods. What part of Ontario are you at?
  14. jimmbo

    high idle

    Some Control boxes, move the Cable Housing, when the Fast Idle Levers are being utilized, instead of moving the Inner Cable. Improper Anchoring of the Cable to the Boat, can interfere with its operation Improperly adjusted cable length at the Motor, can result in Inconsistent Idle, or too fast...
  15. jimmbo

    Twin 2.6 omc outboards

    What kind of Voltage is going into the Rectifiers What year are these Beasties?
  16. jimmbo

    Securing batteries in Supreme trout boat

    Boat Manufacturers should be required by Law/USCG, to engineer a Battery Hold Down Location where there is enough Structure to securely secure Batteries without risking going thru the bottom of the hull. A couple of r/8" long #6 Screws going into a 3/8" thick Plywood, isn't much for a 30lb...
  17. jimmbo

    Lower Unit Compatability

    Well, you certainly won't be participating in that Conversation/Discussion
  18. jimmbo

    Boston Whaler Prop

    Welcome to iboats Sounds like you can drop down a bit in Pitch, which will raise the RPM and improve the Hole Shot. If the tach is accurate, you are quite a ways from the 6K limit. Even though with less Pitch, which you are likely thinking, lower top speed, the engine will be running nearer it...
  19. jimmbo

    Lower Unit Compatability

    You knew how/where to look, but were just too Lazy and wanted someone else to do it for you.
  20. jimmbo

    Lower Unit Compatability

    Yet, even your second link there states "80 Jet" Well since you have your links, you can look up all the Parts #s to check Compatibility
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