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  1. Captain Caveman

    Serviced while winterized.

    Depends on the type of motor and what "winterized" really means. For my outboard, winterized means that I changed the engine and lower unit oils, flushed the motor, greased the fittings, ran some fuel stabilizer, and changed the fuel/water separator. Maybe I also changed the impeller depending...
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    electric outboard, 350 Hp

    This part made me chuckle: "Never capsize again with our roll-proof design and integrated...." Raise your hand if you've capsized a boat (not talking canoes). That's probably a short list and they make it sound like it's a common issue that we'd all love somebody to solve for us! I'm not...
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    Long Period of Storage

    Viking burial. Viking burial!! I am with others. I would probably syphon out the gas, use it to start a massive bonfire, and then fill it with fresh. Start her up and see where it hurts. I would change the oil too, but maybe after the first run so that some of the nastiness is carried away in...
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    New boat advice

    I've got a 2008 Alumacraft Navigator that is similar to what Roscoe pasted in the sense that it has a roughly 3-4" gunwale that goes around the perimeter. When I or guests step into the boat, they must step on that 3-4" gunwale, then onto the (storage) deck, and then down into the floor of the...
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    Suzuki 150 ruff idle and dies

    It could be so many things. What steps have you taken to diagnose the problem? It could be a fuel issue such as a clogged filter, bad gas, bad injector.... There are lots of diagnostic guides out there. If you don't feel comfortable doing mechanical repairs, then I would strongly suggest taking...
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    Lower unit oil?

    Agreed. Use the Yamaha lube. How much to use is always the same...pump it until it comes out of the upper hole. Then let it sit for a while for any air bubbles to rise up, and give it any extra pump or two to ensure it is truly full. Also, I highly recommend attaching one of those bottle top...
  7. Captain Caveman

    Irnflatable PFDs revisited

    Correct. I have two inflatables that I keep on board, but still have to keep 5 regular types on board (my max capacity) to stay within compliance.
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    Irnflatable PFDs revisited

    It's important to remember that not all inflatable lifejackets count in terms of required lifejackets on board. The inflatable life jacket has to be marked as such.
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    Where can I get stud mount trailer marker lights?

    Not supporting the free forum in order to save 95 cents.....brilliant!
  10. Captain Caveman

    Raising motor on transom

    I have two props that I switch between. When it's just me or a buddy fishing, I use my prop with better high-end speed. If I am pulling tubes or skiers, or fishing with 3-4 guys in the boat, I put on my other prop for better hole shot. That prop will cause me to hit the rev limiter if I'm not...
  11. Captain Caveman

    Pontoon in the snow

    Six or seven years ago, I got jazzed to head to our water-access property when a blizzard was forecast. It snowed 26 inches that night. I boated the 5 miles there in white-out conditions and was able to immediately use my snowmobile. Power was out for days, which just enhanced my experience...
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    Water Pump Freezing Question

    Correct, and because of that, as long as there is water you can run them below freezing. I do it all of the time, fishing it rivers that still have running water in the middle of winter. If you ever have your boat in the water at below freezing temperatures, always leave the motor trimmed down...
  13. Captain Caveman

    Karavan Trailer Bearings Not Per The Owner's Manual

    As to not hijack any old threads, I am starting a new one to help others. I have a 2007 single-axle Karavan trailer with no brakes. Per the owner's manual there are three possible bearing scenarios: 1) 1-1/16" hub, 5-1/2" flange, with 1-1/16" bearings and races on the inside and outside 2)...
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    Karavan Trailor Losing It's Rollers

    I've got a 2007 Karavan trailer rated for 2,200lbs. It's carrying a 16.5ft Alumacraft boat with a 90hp motor. The dry weight of those is 1,400lbs. Add in another 300-400lbs for three batteries, trolling motor, props, and gear and I assume that my rig weighs around 1,750lbs. That puts me 450lbs...
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    Oil Seal removal

    How does one remove the oil seal beneath the impeller? This is on a 1960 Johnson Seahorse 5.5hp CD-17 motor. I bought a new seal, and started trying to remove the old one before running into the problems. Then I went online and saw people say that it shouldn't ever need to be replaced. That...
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    How To Remove Broken Steering Bracket - 1960 Johnson 5.5hp

    I've got a 1960 Johnson Seahorse 5.5hp CD-17. The steering bracket is from an earlier model and is about to be replaced. I've got a new(used) one on the way and started to remove the old one tonight. The powerhead and lower unit are all removed. Does anyone know which bolts need to be removed to...
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    Guess the Year of My Johnson (with pics)

    I just picked this Johnson Seahorse 5.5hp and was told it was a 1963. It runs decent but I will go through the carb and everything else. However, I am struggling to establish the exact year. The plate is missing from the transom bracket. The plug on the motor (bottom pic) just lists the serial...
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    Screws vibrating loose

    Is there something that folks use to keep screws from vibrating loose on your boats? My fishing boat has lots of carpeted panels that are screwed into the wood subfloors. These eventually work their way out. I tried to use some Loctite that I had laying around but since it's not metal to metal...
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    How Often To Replace Bearings

    I know that this one is going to get many opinions, but that's what I want to hear. How often do you completely replace your trailer wheel bearings? I've done it a few times on older trailers. My current boat came from the showroom floor in 2009 so it's got five years and gets about 5,000 miles...
  20. Captain Caveman

    Gluing transducer to transom

    Re: Gluing transducer to transom All of the ideas above are good routes. If you're intent on permanently mounting it, I'd avoid the glue and just drill a hole in the back. Buy a cheap thru-hull fitting to make it look nice, and use marine sealant to keep your transom dry.
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