ranger control box problems

scratmln

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I need to replace a control box in a 1997 ranger r70 sport. Looking for any info on removing the whole box for replacement. There seems to be no access to the back of the unit, whats the secret? The boat has been in the shop for the last 6 weeks, mechanic keeps saying he's waiting on parts, I dont know if hes blowing smoke or what. I've hounded the guy and can get no answers, he's done well for me before but im beginning to question whether he even knows how to do it. I've had to fish the last 3 tourneys as a co angler. If I can find some info I may just order the parts and do the work on my own. If I knew it was going to take this long I could've taken a class to do it myself. Any info would be helpful.
 

SpinnerBait_Nut

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Re: ranger control box problems

Welcome to iboats.
This forum is for website issues only.
I will move this to the right forum.
Boat questions, non engine.
 

scratmln

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Re: ranger control box problems

where do I go to post to the correct forum? Ive looked in the other forums and cannot find a "new post" button, only thread reply. Thanks for the help.
 

roscoe

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Re: ranger control box problems

Welcome to iboats scratmln.

Scroll down to the bottom of any thread page.
You will find a drop down menu titled "Forum Jump".
Select the forum that fits your problem ( electronics, outboard non-repair, boat topics, etc).

Once you get to the correct forum, there is a button near the top, left hand side, that says "new thread".
 

WillyBWright

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Re: ranger control box problems

Rangers are the biggest pain in the butt to work on of any boat I have. The Engineers obviously never twisted a wrench in their lives. There is no room to get at anything. Other than that, they're top of the line. They put things together before they mate the deck with the hull. Makes a nice looking package, but an absolute nightmare to work on.

The control isn't Ranger's. It's either the motor manufacturer's or an aftermarket model. Motor manufacturer's control parts are usually no big problem. Aftermarket control parts are !!!ALWAYS!!! a problem. If the latter is the case, your only alternatives are the patience of a Saint, or a new boat.
 
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