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    Props for Yamaha FT50CET

    We have a 7.5m fibreglass fishing boat with a pair of FT50CET (high-thrust) outboards. The motors are going well over 6,200 revs at close to WOT (haven't pushed them all the way) and the boat is barely on the plane at around 18kts. It will do 15kts on just one at 5,800 with no airing/cavitation...
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    Starting Outboards After Storage

    I purchased a couple of Yamaha 50HP outboards (FT50CET) but due to unforeseen circumstances have been unable to use them until now. They have been in their crates for almost 3 years. I have now un-crated and unwrapped them and, as I would expect, they still look brand new. But I am wondering if...
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    Recommend Battery Cable Gauge

    I recently purchased a pair of Yamaha FT50 outboards and the provided battery cables are only 7' long. I need at least 14'. I am considering replacing the entire cable rather than splicing. Any recommendations for the gauge of cable to use?
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    Mixed Gauge Battery Cables OK?

    I have a fishing boat, in Ecuador, with a pair of Yamaha 200HP outboards (circa 2007). Because of the open rear-deck, the battery cable are about 20' feet long (6m). It's getting harder to start the motors and the cables do appear to be corroded so I'm thinking its time to replace them. The old...
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