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    Prop for 1992 40HP Yamaha-Precision Blend

    Hello All, I am looking for a new prop as one blade is dinged pretty bad. I have not taken the prop off, but want to know based on the info of what is on the prop, does it tell me the size, type, etc. It has a 12 stamped on it and it has a G stamped on it. thanks.
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    1992 Yammie 40HP Precision Blend

    i have heard that you can buy the 50HP carbs/kits and put them on the 40HP. I need little more power to get my 16ft Xpress out of the hole on plane. It is running about 30 miles per hour and i need that extra HP. Can i do this and what do i need? thx
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    Removing Carpet Adhesive

    Hello All, I did a restore. Used some of that Cheap Lowes Carpet and it has seeped through my carpet. Adhesive has been dry over a couple months ago. Would like to know what is the best way to remove the adhesive now? thx
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    How do i determine which prop is best-Yamaha

    Hello All, Quick question, I need to replace a prop for my 1992 Yamaha, 40HP outboard. How do i know what pitch i need? Just a standard outboard, no jack plates, etc. Don't really need stainless steel. Thanks.
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    What Year is My 40HP Outboard?

    hello all. just bought a used xpress jon boat with a 40HP outboard. Need to know how to get the year? And would like to get a manual on the wiring. It has a tiller handle. Specifics below: 40HP, Precision Blend (does that mean it because i don't have to mix oil in my gas?) Model 40ELRQ (what's...
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    1982 ELPT, Inline 6 boggs down after 3/4 throttle

    Hello All, My inline 6 has always ran great (excluding the cold start), but this past weekend, it started to bog down after 3/4 throttle. Runs fine to 3/4, but after i hit it down all the way, it boggs down. Where do i begin? Gas, spark plugs, etc. thx
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    how to remove carpet adhesive from carpet

    hello all, just glassed in a new floor. put the carpet on. ended up getting some adhesive on top of the carpet. what is the best way to remove this from my brand new carpet?<br /><br />Acetone, Mineral Spirits?<br />With a brush, cloth or rag?<br /><br />it is in several areas as i got some on...
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    need year of Merc and any other info

    Is their a website i can goto to get my engine year?<br />1st for digits are 6200. It's an inline 6. I think it is a 1984.<br /><br />thx
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    Trolling Motor

    Hello All.<br />My Evinrude Scout Trolling motor has a 12V or 24V switch. Question is... When i flip the 12V switch the TM prop turns one way and when i flip the 24V switch it goes the oppososite way..<br /><br />thoughts? Is this correct?<br /><br />thx
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    Stringer Measurements

    Hello All,<br />I have been reading this forum for about 2 months now, trying to learn. Extreme Novice on the boat construction thing.<br /><br />Installing new floor in 1983 ProCraft Bass Boat. Not <br />to much of a floor about 48 in wide by 64 inches long. Tore the old floor out, removed...
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    fiberglass repair

    hello all. You would have thought i would have learned. i having been reading these forums for about a month now. replacing floor in bass boat and stringers. Had to cut that old stuff out. Used a circular saw and that was great. used a sawzaw and put a hole in the hull. length is about an...
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    Steering

    Hello all. I have a bass boat with cable steering, not the pulley type. Under the dashboard and steering where there is a clear plastic tube that looks like you need to put lube in it. Do i need to put lube in it or it an overflow of some sort?<br /><br />thx
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    24V Trolling Motor wiring

    There have been numerous posts on this topic and i have searched, but i just would like to know in short how to map out a wiring diagram to install 24V. I have Envinrude Scout that has a switch for 12V and 24V. There are 3 leads from the TM to the battery setup (2 batteries). Red, Black and...
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    Boat Launching Problem

    i have a bow mount trolling motor on my boat.<br />when i back the boat down the ramp to unload the boat on the water, my trolling motor mount (the breakaway piece) hits the front roller where the winch sits below. Problem is that after a couple times, it has now bent my trolling motor bracket...
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    1986 Merc Throttle/Gear Cable Diagram

    looking for an online or email of a 1986 Merc,<br />25hp diagram of how to adjust the throttle and gear cable from my control box.<br /><br />gear cable is not a problem. need to adjust throttle cable about 1/2 inch.<br /><br />email me at bassmani@charter.net<br />looking for diagrams of the...
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    1986 25 Merc Outboard Cable Adjustment

    I have a 1986 25HP outboard. I have 2 cables from my shift/throttle control.<br /><br />i am not having problem with actual gear selection such as foward/reverse.<br /><br />problem is on the throttle. Have to start my boat in the throttle only mode (about 3/4 forward). needs to be adjusted...
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