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  1. dingbat

    Gateway not storing fuel used

    No idea what a FDM is, but you need to input how much fuel is in the tank as part of setup. Unless you have a tank level input, the motor has no clue as to how much fuel in the tank. You need to enter the amount of fuel you put in the tank each and every time you put fuel in the tank
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    motorguide digital tour edition trolling cuts off

    thermal overload?
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    Seastar hydraulic steering fluid purge

    Looks like you water in the system. Flush, flush, then flush again until clear. Use can use Dextron III ATF to flush with
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    ‘97 Johnson 150 Ocean Runner - Draining battery

    I can testify that they can and do drain a battery, three times now ;) One boat, two trucks I would check the bilge pump for a possible leak as well.
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    Old Walker Floor Jack

    Seal kit and manual https://www.hcrcnow.com/shop/seal-kits/product/1335
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    Gas leaking from tank inlet

    Unless I'm heading offshore to fish or destination boating, I typically burn 25-30 gallons a trip. Half tank keeps the weight down yet gives a 50% reserve just in case
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    Help understanding survey conductivity ratings

    I don't see any mention of core samples being taken or conductivity readings specific to the "core" mentioned anywhere. My inspection report came back with elevated conductivity readings on the hull and transom. When I asked, the surveyor said that the figures were elevated but well within the...
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    Gas leaking from tank inlet

    I have the exact same fill x 2. Don't get me started how the fill can also "vent" (rain) water into the tank as well. I have never had an issue. Then again, I don't fill up (92 gallons = #650) unless I plan to use the fuel within a couple of days. Try to keep no more than 1/2 tank (#325)...
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    Gas leaking from tank inlet

    It could be....most vents are separate, but some like mine vent through the cap. Check to see if you have a separate vent fitting on the side of the hull. If not, then that's your vent Possible........ The tank must have air space above fuel level to vent properly. If you filled all the way...
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    Gas leaking from tank inlet

    Check the fuel tank vent hose. Make sure to make sure it's not plugged up with insects or full of water. Boats are gel coated, not painted. May discolor a bit but can be sanded out if worst comes to worst
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    How can I troubleshoot the wrong trailer light

    I'm guessing you had moisture and or corrosion in the lamp socket which shorted 12v flasher (turn) signal to the tail light circuit energizing the other lights as well.
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    water sep filter head

    If I'm not mistaken Yamaha 2 micron filters are 11/16"-16 threads This Racor filter is 11/16"-16 as well https://ph.parker.com/us/en/product/marine-replacement-filter-element-spin-on/s3220sul Here is a 1"14 at a very reasonable price...
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    1988 thompson 240 color match

    https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&sca_esv=559765737&q=gel+coat+color+match&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwju4JjE-vWAAxWcGVkFHS3GCMAQ7xYoAHoECBAQAQ&biw=1440&bih=653&dpr=1.33
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    1988 thompson 240 color match

    What are you doing that you need to match the original color of the gel coat? The gel coat on your boat has faded over the past 35 years. The original color is nowhere near what it is today.
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    Twin Merc V8 and different fuel usage

    Then you have counters......can't swap props. Have never run counters (150,200 and 300 hp) that did have different burn rates. Typically in the 1-2 gph difference as you noted
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    VRO Failure & Life Expectancy

    Factory Manual: 1 to 4 Hg with no bubbles. Bubbles or in excess of 4Hg requires further testing Cavitation (air) could play a role as well.
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    VRO Failure & Life Expectancy

    It may not be a fuel restriction but your only guessing until proven otherwise If "working" vacuum is 3Hg and you're pulling 6Hg, the pump is working twice as hard yet under the 7 Hg alarm. Question becomes... does working at double the design over designpressure relate to a 50% reduction in...
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    Twin Merc V8 and different fuel usage

    Counter rotators? Swap props to see if burn figure stays with prop
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    VRO Failure & Life Expectancy

    Same filter configuration here but added fuel flow and related in-line 30 micron filter in 2008 or so. It's my understanding the vacuum switch (fuel restriction) triggers at 7-inches-Hg but no idea what "normal" would be. I'm seeing reference to less than 4-inches-Hg but have no official...
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    VRO Failure & Life Expectancy

    1996 Ocean Pro - 200 Rebuilt 1997 OE pump in 2005 on a misdiagnosis. Rebuild went 6 months. Replaced with new OE pump. Pump reused in 2011 short block rebuild and is currently in use. Nothing but E-10 since area mandate in 1999/2000 Have you checked on the vacuum side (tank to pump) for a...
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