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  1. dingbat

    2000 evinrude 175 ficht check eng light

    Don't see a water pump on that list... If I'm correct it has 133 or 140 degree thermostats Having said that, where is the "flush" plug? Not going to cool properly w/o it
  2. dingbat

    Boat trailer rusting at welds galvanized

    The hardware looks to be zinc/cad plated. Hardware needs to be hot dipped (zinc) or stainless if you have any chance of holding up in saltwater
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    Boat trailer rusting at welds galvanized

    Agh….”galvanizing” takes many forms. In this case it appears they “galvanized” a welded trailer. The trailer was either welded then dipped, leaving bare steel exposed inside or…..the welding was done after being dipped which burned the galvanize away in the weld zone. True hot dip trailers are...
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    I don’t care what they say…tell that to the AGM manufacturer that denies your warranty claim when they point out the use of a 15V charging system. No thanks… been there done that. At the end of the day AGM buys you nothing but a lighter wallet anyway
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    Not sure how that relates to model that is 12 years older. (2001) Even if true, I take issue with purposely over charging an expensive battery in direct violation of a battery's warranty Terms and Conditions. The advertised output of the F115 is 15.0 V...
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    2001 F115 alternator output

    Your motor does not support AGM batteries. You will not have any problems assuming a flooded cell battery and adequate time on shore power to charge between uses. Having said that, what are you doing that you need 240+ AH for a days outing? Can you get by with 120 AH per day and save #70-#80...
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    Looking for info on an overseas outboard retailer

    Keep in mind that you'll have to get your transaction past US Customs and Border Control. If the motor is deemed a "Product in China" you will be accessed a 25% import duty. You will also be required to complete EPA form 3520 to certify that the motor meets US emissions standards. This is...
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    1999 J150 JP VRO pump circuit board

    Several hints to your problem contained within https://www.go2marine.com/Product-Guides/MFR/CDI/johnson-evinrude-1991-2006.pdfj
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    Rubbing compound for heavy oxidation

    Stuff I use https://www.smoovewax.com/product-page/pro-cut-1000-professional-polishing-compound
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    Oil injector 2psi check valve correct direction.

    According to Mercury the part has been superseded at least four times since the manual was released back in the 1980’s? Is Merc supposed to recall and reissue all previous versions of the manual each time they change a part supplier or consolidate their parts inventories? To that end…every...
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    Oil injector 2psi check valve correct direction.

    Never count on a "picture" when direction control is concerned. Simply blowing through the fitting will tell you which direction to install. In this case, oil should flow into the small tank and be blocked coming out of it
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    What do i need to get my engine data on my Garmin Echomap?

    You can plug the Gateway directly to the 10 pin connector on the motor Termination resistors (a) are part of the NEMA backbone
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    1999 J150 JP VRO pump circuit board

    Depends on if you have "System Check" or not? I can tell you from experience that System Check does not kill the engine or limit RPM. Buzzer the idiot lights only. The PCB is comparing RPM to Pump pulses (magnetic). Assume the rpm signal is coming from the control pack
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    What do i need to get my engine data on my Garmin Echomap?

    See post #2 ;)
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    10AWG for a 1amp nav light? AWG Overkill?

    Your over estimating a bit in your length and using a 5 amp (chart) instead of 0.7amp actual load. If you use the actual values the wire size calculator comes up with a 16 awg wire for a 1 amp load http://circuitwizard.bluesea.com/
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    10AWG for a 1amp nav light? AWG Overkill?

    Should be using 10% unless your powering sensitive electronics. Having said that, most modern electronics have no problem with a 10% drop A 54’ long circuit on a 17’ boat? My boat is 22’-6”. Longest circuit on the boat is the distribution panel at the helm…31’. Longest lighting circuit is less...
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    What do i need to get my engine data on my Garmin Echomap?

    Mercury’s Vessel View is an app for a cell phone. The Wi-Fi feature on the Garmin is in effect a “hot spot” for use with Garmin’s Active Captain app
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    Pontoon trailer springs

    The 5 leaf get you #2,850 The 4 leaf gets you #2,350 It's not always that simple..... using the same theory (#3,500 axle x 2), I replaced the broken 5 leaf spring(s) with 4 leaf springs. Couldn't get the equalizers to work properly unless I raised the tongue significantly beyond where it's...
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    Replacing Gas engine with electric motor

    The end game of EV isn't to save money. It's to cut carbon emissions. Money in the first Infrastructure bill included money for a pilot program for a national vehicle miles traveled fee...
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    Replacing Gas engine with electric motor

    Electric crate motors with batteries = $65k https://electricgt.com/gte-motors/ https://www.thedrive.com/news/42974/fords-281-hp-electric-crate-motor-costs-3900-and-you-can-buy-one-now
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