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05-09-2023, 05:12 PM
Thread: Yamaha 175 Sho - hour meter install
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Steve, Get the hour meter made by Yamaha that...
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02-13-2022, 01:48 PM
Thread: Would you buy it
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It can be repaired but unless you know a skilled...
It can be repaired but unless you know a skilled fabrication person that has experience in aluminum hull repair, I too would pass on that one. Is it priced right?
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01-22-2022, 12:43 PM
Thread: USPS Shipping Damage
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I was able to send them back for a replacement...
I was able to send them back for a replacement although I have received one in useable condition. We shall see, UPS has the replacement now.
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01-20-2022, 07:06 PM
Thread: USPS Shipping Damage
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If that rod was manufactured in Sanford, NC I can...
If that rod was manufactured in Sanford, NC I can help you with this.
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01-20-2022, 05:10 PM
Thread: USPS Shipping Damage
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We live in a very rural area, we know the...
We live in a very rural area, we know the postmaster and her staff by name. The last broken rod, they called me as soon as she seen it. You are correct though, most local carriers do not have the...
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01-20-2022, 01:28 PM
Thread: USPS Shipping Damage
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The tubes these were delivered in are heavy...
The tubes these were delivered in are heavy cardboard and about 8 foot long. They have all been broken in the same location. I tried ordering another one, if this one don’t make it I don’t need it.
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01-20-2022, 11:59 AM
Thread: USPS Shipping Damage
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I too have received them in PVC pipe, definitely...
I too have received them in PVC pipe, definitely better than anything else. Thanks for the reply.
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01-20-2022, 10:29 AM
Thread: USPS Shipping Damage
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USPS Shipping Damage
Has anyone other than me had issues with USPS delivering broken panfish rods? I have had 3 different deliveries with broken shipping tubes and the rod inside was broken each time. I’m trying to get...
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01-16-2022, 02:50 PM
Thread: It hurts me to post this...
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Thoughts and prayers for his family.
Thoughts and prayers for his family.
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01-16-2022, 02:50 PM
Thread: It hurts me to post this... "G"
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Thoughts and prayers for his family.
Thoughts and prayers for his family.
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01-14-2022, 08:10 PM
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Prayers sent
Prayers sent
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01-12-2022, 03:28 PM
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You will love the seats and the newer models have...
You will love the seats and the newer models have braided steel gussets about 5” long at the bottom so the straps are unnecessary. Grizzly Jig is where I purchased mine.
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06-24-2021, 11:53 AM
Thread: Question about 12 volt
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Most if not all LED lights have a wide range for...
Most if not all LED lights have a wide range for voltage, if you are installing LEDs you should be OK. As far as the portable 360, I would not attempt wiring them to a 20 VDC battery with-out a step...
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05-07-2021, 10:02 AM
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Properly sized overload protective devices will...
Properly sized overload protective devices will prevent this issue.
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05-05-2021, 11:44 AM
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05-05-2021, 11:36 AM
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If you use a 60A circuit breaker you can use #4...
If you use a 60A circuit breaker you can use #4 wire if the length of wire is 20' or shorter.
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05-05-2021, 11:13 AM
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You should size your fuse/breaker for the...
You should size your fuse/breaker for the expected full load current. Check with the manufacturer, they will know the what your overload protection needs to be. Then that overload protection will be...
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04-24-2021, 09:46 AM
Thread: Xpress 18 pfc
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Do you research on both, I think they are both...
Do you research on both, I think they are both excellent choices. In 2019 I bought a G3 Sportsman 2100 and swapped the trailer out to a Wesco I-beam aluminum trailer and I couldn’t be happier....
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04-22-2021, 03:11 PM
Thread: Xpress 18 pfc
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I previously owned a 2002 H50 Xpress which had...
I previously owned a 2002 H50 Xpress which had the 16' Hyperlift hull. I loved the boat but it didn't have a live well and the motor was tiller steer. The boat was heavy but well built, I have no...
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04-06-2021, 12:12 PM
Thread: Sudden decrease in RPMs at cruise
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6% is pretty bad. Can you drain the carburetors?...
6% is pretty bad. Can you drain the carburetors? Usually there is a drain screw in bottom of each carburetor. The fuel and water is burned by the time it gets to the spark plugs. I would not use this...
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04-06-2021, 08:37 AM
Thread: Sudden decrease in RPMs at cruise
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I would drain that old gas out of the tank and...
I would drain that old gas out of the tank and the carbs if possible. Then fill the tank with fresh non-ethanol gas and add stabilizer to the gas before you fill it up. Even 100% gasoline with...
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03-29-2021, 01:34 PM
Thread: Prop question
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You need to get your RPMs back up to at least...
You need to get your RPMs back up to at least 5000. You can achieve that by dropping to a 13 pitch prop but I don't think it will help you get more lift from your bow. Mercury makes a 4-blade prop, I...
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03-11-2021, 07:34 AM
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03-11-2021, 06:53 AM
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I don't blame you, I'll post some later today.
I don't blame you, I'll post some later today.
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03-09-2021, 12:45 PM
Thread: What 4 blade prop?
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Agreed. My comments are for a 3-blade prop....
Agreed. My comments are for a 3-blade prop. 4-blade props are another fish.
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03-09-2021, 10:00 AM
Thread: What 4 blade prop?
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The “rule of thumb” is an increase of...
The “rule of thumb” is an increase of approximately 200 RPMs for every inch you decrease in pitch. So decreasing from a 14 pitch prop to a 13 pitch prop would raise your typical loaded RPM range by...
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03-09-2021, 08:25 AM
Thread: What 4 blade prop?
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More than likely the weight shift rearward is the...
More than likely the weight shift rearward is the difference in your holeshot. I'm no expert but if you can't shift some weight to the bow of your boat you will need to go to a 14 pitch 3 blade prop...
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03-08-2021, 05:56 PM
Thread: What 4 blade prop?
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What is your WOT RPMs with a typical load?
What is your WOT RPMs with a typical load?
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03-03-2021, 03:24 PM
Thread: Solas Props
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I think each boat is rigged to suit the...
I think each boat is rigged to suit the individual and based on the options you choose affects the amount of loaded weight the hull has. Based on the numbers you are reporting and the recommended RPM...
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03-03-2021, 12:41 PM
Thread: Yamaha sho 175 Opinions
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What kind of speed and RPMs you getting with this...
What kind of speed and RPMs you getting with this rig including prop size?
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