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  1. dingbat

    How long to wait for a materials delivery contractor to return a call?

    Been a PMP since 1995. Can't be bashful or "understanding" in the job or you will not be around for long. The first thing I do with any new contractor is to convey your expectations for the project. If you don't set the expectation, don't expect them to follow along with your game plan. They...
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    Fishfinder help...

    According to Garmin the beam is 2 degrees wide by 50-53 degrees (25-26.5 degrees each side) depending on the transducer in question https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=k5DbKA3w589v1U71ylHZY8
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    Need guidance on 30 Year old Fuel Tank

    You need to remove the tank completely from the "mount" to inspect. Aluminum is very corrosion resistant as long as oxygen is present to maintain the aluminum oxide layer. Issues begin when an area becomes devoid of "regenerative" oxygen. The primary area of concern is between the bottom of...
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    handheld vs fixed mount VHF

    I'm a hug fan of taller is better, but not required for shorter distances. This will get you everything you need. http://www.digitalantenna.com/prods/vhfantenna_3.html
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    remote oil tank gauge

    I have an OE oil level gauge at the helm so it possible
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    Why do deep cycle batteries seem to lose charge so quick?

    What are you using to measure voltage? Should be 13+ when it comes off the charger. Surface charge will dissipate down to 12.7V How old are the batteries? Mine are 11 years old and have sat since October. Dropped to 12.5
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    Why do deep cycle batteries seem to lose charge so quick?

    A fully charged battery should be 12.7 V or better. If you can’t get there, you have a charger issue. Battery self discharge rates go up with temperature. Keeping them above 45 isn’t doing you any favors, but not the issue. “Storing” the batteries at 12.5v is killing your battery.
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    Best small polisher/buffer?

    I use this with a wool pad https://www.harborfreight.com/power-tools/polishers-buffers/7-in-10-amp-digital-variable-speed-polisher-62297.html
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    GPS navigation

    It is.... but the 95 is an OEM (base) release. Not marketed in the US. Sold in Canada with the optional Canadian lake Vu software installed. You could buy a Canadian lake Vu chip and install on any unit
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    Earrow Outboards.-

    We design, build and install automation equipment for steel production and processing. I have over 40 years in the industry, 35 of those dealing with the Chinese in an engineering capacity. Even though there are a number of Chinese competitors, the Chinese typically buy US and German made...
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    Do portable trolling motor chargers work?

    The two biggest killers of batteries are deep discharges and not charging them immediately after discharge. The lifetime of a battery is directly related to the depth of the discharge that it regularly experiences. If you subject a deep cycle battery to 80% (11.58V) DOD on a regular basis...
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    BENNET TRIM TABS

    Could be a leaking trim pump hose (Stainless) or fitting. If that isn't the case, more than likely the o-rings in the piston heads of the trim tab actuator(s) have gone bad.
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    Electric Winch Possibilities for Tahoe T16 trailer?

    I was under the impression winch foot prints where more or less standardized? Replaced a few winches in my days. Never had an issue bolting one up that I remember. If nothing else, make an adapter plate. Bolt one plate to the other if need be
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    Need help with re wiring my dads old bass boat

    The short answer is yes and no........Tapping 12V from one battery would impart an unbalanced load on the untapped battery. Tapping the second battery with an equal load would in theory balance the load, but impractical in application. You need an isolated DC to DC, (24V to 12V) convertor to...
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    Fun chaser Carolina skiff

    “Good” is in the eye of the beholder...... What Bay? What are your performance expectations? I have yet to see a deck or pontoon style boat that I’d take out on the Chesapeake Bay on anything but the calmest days
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    Battery selector switch sizing

    What are the symptoms your trying to resolve? The unit is rated 250 amp Continuous, 360 Amp 5 Mins. Intermittent. Should have more than enough to crank a motor in decent condition.
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    Cleaning grease and sand off prop shaft.

    Use a wire brush to remove compacted sand and grease. Flush with WD, wipe down then apply a water proof grease to the shaft
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    1996 Tohatsu/Evinrude 9.9 4 stroke oil change

    https://www.boats.com/on-the-water/brpevinrude-announces-deal-with-tohatsu-for-small-outboards/
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    Power source for two amps

    Except the ACR will not connect if the “charge” battery drops below the under voltage lockout of 12.7 No such protection with a manual switch
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    Random

    Oops.....that was close. Chain saw
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