In spite of some rain yesterday afternoon and much of the night, I got all the important things on my diminishing checklist completed this weekend.
Wired the new Garmin 93sv, tested and did a software update. Won't be mounting the transducer though until the trolling motor goes on later. I can at least use it for GPS and maps for now. After looking at 5" and 7" units I knew I had to pop for a 9".
Secured the bilge pump.
Got anchor and mooring lines made up.
Installed a marine fire extinguisher even though not required.
The old transom saver I rebuilt wasn't long enough so I picked up a section of square SS tubing to extend it and got that installed.
Did some ethanol separation on some 87 octane and mixed it 50/50 with 93 octane ethanol-free gas.
Hooked up the muffs and did some test runs with the motor. Sure is quieter than the 2 cylinder. Third time I started it the starter would not disengage from the flywheel, so I had to free it up and gave it a good lube. Tried it several times after and seems fine now.
Except for a few minor odds and ends, she's about ready.
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