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Human: I have a strange problem with one side of my trailer indicator light. when I put a multimeter on across the globe connection points I get about 2 volts which is what the working side does, however I can't get the globe to work.When I put the globe in and then check across the 2 connector points I get nothing no ...	Seacrest, most has been covered very well. Allow me to jump in and offer you my two cents worth that may be redundant. papyson said: 2 volts is too low... 1.... what voltage is the tow vehicle putting out with the plug unplugged?... 2.... if it is 12volts you have a wiring error. Click to expand... 1...	Seacrest, most has been covered very well. Allow me to jump in and offer you my two cents worth that may be redundant. papyson said: 2 volts is too low... 1.... what voltage is the tow vehicle putting out with the plug unplugged?... 2.... if it is 12volts you have a wiring error. Click to expand... 1...	I am glad that helped. How did it run?
Human: I have a strange problem with one side of my trailer indicator light. when I put a multimeter on across the globe connection points I get about 2 volts which is what the working side does, however I can't get the globe to work.When I put the globe in and then check across the 2 connector points I get nothing no ...	Here is a simple test....unplug the plug to the trailer..turn the running lights on....connect one side of the meter to the white wire coming out of the tow vehicle...now take the other meter lead and hook to the green coming out of the tow vehicle...it should be 12 volts or close to it..move that lead to the yellow......	Here is a simple test....unplug the plug to the trailer..turn the running lights on....connect one side of the meter to the white wire coming out of the tow vehicle...now take the other meter lead and hook to the green coming out of the tow vehicle...it should be 12 volts or close to it..move that lead to the yellow......	Thanks!
Human: The boat is a 2003 25' Crownline Cruiser. what are the purpose of these soft resets? I have never seen 1 trip yet I flow fuses all the time. Thanks, Assistant:	Ayuh,.... Those appear to be circuit breakers,.... Where/ What fuses are ya blowin' all the time,..??	Ayuh,.... Those appear to be circuit breakers,.... Where/ What fuses are ya blowin' all the time,..??	I just bought the motor and didn't buy the manual yet. What's so hard about sharing the location of a simple screw
Human: The boat is a 2003 25' Crownline Cruiser. what are the purpose of these soft resets? I have never seen 1 trip yet I flow fuses all the time. Thanks, Assistant:	soft touch circuit breakers, correct! I have never seem them trip. I have inline fuses all over the place that have problems from time to time. I have circuit breakers everywhere. Cabin has main panel board w/12 volt setup, 4 breaker behind my drivers seat 2-50amp 2-30amp, 1 on the engine (these are hard as hell and d...	soft touch circuit breakers, correct! I have never seem them trip. I have inline fuses all over the place that have problems from time to time. I have circuit breakers everywhere. Cabin has main panel board w/12 volt setup, 4 breaker behind my drivers seat 2-50amp 2-30amp, 1 on the engine (these are hard as hell and d...	Good idea, I'll try the straight edge trick tonight after work and will see if I can get a picture at the same time (sometimes I think I need a 3rd hand). I'm hoping to be able to get out on the water tomorrow night if the weather cooperates so I can check on the trim tab adjustment.
Human: The boat is a 2003 25' Crownline Cruiser. what are the purpose of these soft resets? I have never seen 1 trip yet I flow fuses all the time. Thanks, Assistant:	The OEM installed circuit breakers in lieu of fuses. I can't see any logical reason for additional fuse protection if the breakers are all functioning correctly! Perhaps rig up a variable amp load device, and test each circuit and the related breaker. If the breakers trip at their rated value, and trip consistently a...	The OEM installed circuit breakers in lieu of fuses. I can't see any logical reason for additional fuse protection if the breakers are all functioning correctly! Perhaps rig up a variable amp load device, and test each circuit and the related breaker. If the breakers trip at their rated value, and trip consistently a...	Mike, You mentioned that you have cables, but is it Rotary steering, or Rack and Pinion? I don't know the answer to your question yet, but I can look into it once I find out what you have. Teleflex seems to always suggest replacing helm and cable but that is generally when one or the other is worn out. Thanks.
Human: The boat is a 2003 25' Crownline Cruiser. what are the purpose of these soft resets? I have never seen 1 trip yet I flow fuses all the time. Thanks, Assistant:	If I were in your position and having those types of issues, I would consider a complete rewiring job and I would re-fuse everything to make sure that all loads are properly fused. The reason for this is threefold. First, you'll stop blowing fuses and will get everything working properly. Second, after doing that, you ...	If I were in your position and having those types of issues, I would consider a complete rewiring job and I would re-fuse everything to make sure that all loads are properly fused. The reason for this is threefold. First, you'll stop blowing fuses and will get everything working properly. Second, after doing that, you ...	bass_tracker said: Can someone tell me if the parts numbers have to be exactly the same for them to work on a yamaha 1989 90 hp and a 1992 90 hp ?? this is for the flywheel. the two part number are 6H0-85550-00-00 and 688-85550-13-00 Thanks Click to expand... That is known as the "Rotor Assembly". Can't t...
Human: The boat is a 2003 25' Crownline Cruiser. what are the purpose of these soft resets? I have never seen 1 trip yet I flow fuses all the time. Thanks, Assistant:	Chawk...... I fully agree with you, and your points 1, 2 and 3. I too carry a pretty extensive electrical repair kit on board.... and it's more often used to help another boater.... (knock on wood)! .	Chawk...... I fully agree with you, and your points 1, 2 and 3. I too carry a pretty extensive electrical repair kit on board.... and it's more often used to help another boater.... (knock on wood)! .	The 5.0 that OMC was using was 350 HP Click to expand... Ayuh,..... What year,..?? What Model,..?? 250 hp is more like it,..... Had it dynoed last year and came out at 328HP. Click to expand... What cam, 'n other components,..?? at what rpms,.. ?? High horsepower automobile motors suffer reversion...
Human: I am mechanically illiterate. Period. So if you attempt to help me here, don't assume I know ANYTHING!! When I change out a part, I have the new one in hand before I take the old part off. Then it is, take off and replace one nut/bolt/screw at a time. Hence my problem. Someone else was doing some work on my ...	Hoppypoppy said: I am mechanically illiterate. Period. So if you attempt to help me here, don't assume I know ANYTHING!! When I change out a part, I have the new one in hand before I take the old part off. Then it is, take off and replace one nut/bolt/screw at a time. Hence my problem. Someone else was doing ...	Hoppypoppy said: I am mechanically illiterate. Period. So if you attempt to help me here, don't assume I know ANYTHING!! When I change out a part, I have the new one in hand before I take the old part off. Then it is, take off and replace one nut/bolt/screw at a time. Hence my problem. Someone else was doing ...	I will definitely do that before purchasing anything, was just curios if anyone had any real world experience with manual hydraulic steering and larger diameter wheels on larger boats, I'm keen on the simplicity and lack of power usage. Thank you both very much for your replies and the links!
Human: The hour meter quit working on my 1985 22 ft. Starcraft Islander. It has a 170 hp 470 engine. How do I start to trouble shoot to find the problem? Assistant:	Ayuh,.... Turn the key "On", 'n check for power at the back of the meter,....	Ayuh,.... Turn the key "On", 'n check for power at the back of the meter,....	Thanx a million kimcrwbr1.
Human: pcm 5.7 seamaxx ho coil overheating when out on the water,boat quits change it out with a spare & then it starts up & i can drive for 30 to 45 mins, & then it quits again . Any ideas guys ??? Have been checking for any shorts in the wires. Thanks in advance !!!!!! Assistant:	Help with hot coil !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	Help with hot coil !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	http://www.ebay.com/itm/SEACHOICE-T...ash=item54277a6254:g:0bsAAOSw7FRWW6GL&vxp=mtr Some boat motors have the pickup on the lower unit check to make sure it is clear and the tube has tight connections.
Human: pcm 5.7 seamaxx ho coil overheating when out on the water,boat quits change it out with a spare & then it starts up & i can drive for 30 to 45 mins, & then it quits again . Any ideas guys ??? Have been checking for any shorts in the wires. Thanks in advance !!!!!! Assistant:	Ayuh,.... How much voltage goin' to it's (+) post,..?? Why are you postin' this question, ALL over the forum,..??	Ayuh,.... How much voltage goin' to it's (+) post,..?? Why are you postin' this question, ALL over the forum,..??	boscoe said: What is the complete model of the motor? Click to expand... I’m not sure the exact model, the markings are wore off on the bracket. Just the manufacture date, all I know is it’s a 2001 250 saltwater series 76 degree
Human: Im looking for an old OMC twin stick throttle/ gear shift box, and am looking for an original KF Series OMC Ignition Switch don't need harness, prefer in OZ but if have to get from the USA all well and good Cheers Fellas Assistant:	Ayuh,.... Hoe old,..?? Electric shift,..?? Hydro-mechanical shift,..?? Mechanical shift,..?? For a 800 Stringer,..?? For a Cobra,..??	Ayuh,.... Hoe old,..?? Electric shift,..?? Hydro-mechanical shift,..?? Mechanical shift,..?? For a 800 Stringer,..?? For a Cobra,..??	The model of your motor was not in post # 1------Good luck with your project.
Human: Im looking for an old OMC twin stick throttle/ gear shift box, and am looking for an original KF Series OMC Ignition Switch don't need harness, prefer in OZ but if have to get from the USA all well and good Cheers Fellas Assistant:	Its going to be modified for my old Volvo penta stern drive, my current set up involves two individual sticks one for throttle one for gear shift its just a pain in the arse so this will fix my problem, you know the box just about every old boat with an old evinrude or Johnson motor had one of these in the 60s and 70s...	Its going to be modified for my old Volvo penta stern drive, my current set up involves two individual sticks one for throttle one for gear shift its just a pain in the arse so this will fix my problem, you know the box just about every old boat with an old evinrude or Johnson motor had one of these in the 60s and 70s...	racerone said: ?------The weight of the boat pushes it back down ??-------------Perhaps check and see if the manual release screw is tight ! Click to expand... I would agree with this as I have a 40HP Mercury 4 stroke EFI and I have no issues with tilt and trim. Also check fluid level according to owners ma...
Human: just read the ad for the lithium iron battery jump start,have had one for a while now ,use in the work shop,makes all other jump battery systems obsolete,best to leave on the charger if used constantly. Assistant:	Ayuh,.... I'm old school,.... I've got homemade jumper cables, #00 weldin' leads, 'n quality 200 amp clamps,.... 25' long,...	Ayuh,.... I'm old school,.... I've got homemade jumper cables, #00 weldin' leads, 'n quality 200 amp clamps,.... 25' long,...	hi all, my name is Lena)) I am a new member here )) thanks for your post , nice to meet you all here, in this web site
Human: just read the ad for the lithium iron battery jump start,have had one for a while now ,use in the work shop,makes all other jump battery systems obsolete,best to leave on the charger if used constantly. Assistant:	sounds you have good cables,but you need a good battery to hook up to,this little thing you carry on board in your bag,have sold some to mobile home owners they keep in the glove box and plugged into cig lighter socket,reports back are good,saved some dramas in out back oz,	sounds you have good cables,but you need a good battery to hook up to,this little thing you carry on board in your bag,have sold some to mobile home owners they keep in the glove box and plugged into cig lighter socket,reports back are good,saved some dramas in out back oz,	https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/ie/en/#/
Human: I have a 1991 searay with 4.3 l mercruiser , alpha 1 drive , sometimes the engine will crank & start , then run for awhile then just die. It ALWAYS SEEMS TO BLOW THE 20 AMP IGNITION FUSE. Last time it was running I increased the throttle awhile, then when I left off on the throttle it blew the fuse again, this h...	Suggest that you post this on the Mercruiser forum on this site. Go to the top of this page, click on "Forum Home" and select Mercruiser Forum.	Suggest that you post this on the Mercruiser forum on this site. Go to the top of this page, click on "Forum Home" and select Mercruiser Forum.	I assume the service included greasing the prop shaft. Is it running out now? Do you feel the vibration when in neutral/idle. Raise the RPMs to 800? If so, check the prop for damage and the shaft for run out. who knows how how he removed the prop.
Human: 1995 90 hp 3 cyl will not open up while in gear (4200 rpm max). On ears will go wide open. Carbs cleaned, fuel pump rebuilt, fuel lines replaced, fuel tank clean, fuel good, compression and spark checked out good while idle, new spark plugs. What next? Please help. Assistant:	Compression test. If low, or out of balance (i.e. more than 10% between high and low cylinder), decarb the engine with Sea Foam or YamaLube Ring Free. If compression up to specs, back to the carbs.	Compression test. If low, or out of balance (i.e. more than 10% between high and low cylinder), decarb the engine with Sea Foam or YamaLube Ring Free. If compression up to specs, back to the carbs.	check with the hull manufacturer...if no longer in business, you can learn how to work with fiberglass or visit a local boat yard...the shop should be able to provide you contact info on a marine carpenter who can make what ever you want. No big yard close by...?? Then go see one of the local body shops in town...they...
Human: 1995 90 hp 3 cyl will not open up while in gear (4200 rpm max). On ears will go wide open. Carbs cleaned, fuel pump rebuilt, fuel lines replaced, fuel tank clean, fuel good, compression and spark checked out good while idle, new spark plugs. What next? Please help. Assistant:	There is always the possibility that a sleeve came loose and rotated ?	There is always the possibility that a sleeve came loose and rotated ?	seriously....assuming the amps are rated at input power and you are using a 12VDC source, thats a peak load of over 700 amps!!! So if you sized for 50% of the peak and made the wire run short enough, you'd need 1/0 or 2/0 .... As far as the speaker connections, you have to match the load (speakers) to the impedance t...
Human: 1995 90 hp 3 cyl will not open up while in gear (4200 rpm max). On ears will go wide open. Carbs cleaned, fuel pump rebuilt, fuel lines replaced, fuel tank clean, fuel good, compression and spark checked out good while idle, new spark plugs. What next? Please help. Assistant:	I think the switchbox was the problem. Replaced it and had a quick test drive before dark. Ready to ride.	I think the switchbox was the problem. Replaced it and had a quick test drive before dark. Ready to ride.	I did all of that. I did order a new kill switch it will be here tomorrow. the cheapest fix to start with so I will have to see if it is that simple. thank God for TowBoat US the tow in would of been $736.00
Human: hello, my stepson recently received a free boat with a 1966 homelite fisher pierce bearcat 55 motor, that has some parts with cut wires connected to them and some with no wiring connected to them at all. we are both new to boat motors and don't know how everything is suppose to connect. does anyone have informat...	You post perked my interest because I have never seen one of these engines. Consequently, I did some Internet searches. Below is one site from someone who apparently works on and sells these engines. Hope this helps. http://www.theoldglassboats.com/index.php?topic=225.0	You post perked my interest because I have never seen one of these engines. Consequently, I did some Internet searches. Below is one site from someone who apparently works on and sells these engines. Hope this helps. http://www.theoldglassboats.com/index.php?topic=225.0	Ok will do that
Human: hello, my stepson recently received a free boat with a 1966 homelite fisher pierce bearcat 55 motor, that has some parts with cut wires connected to them and some with no wiring connected to them at all. we are both new to boat motors and don't know how everything is suppose to connect. does anyone have informat...	thanks for the link	thanks for the link	Post your question on the OMC Forum on this site. At the top of this page got to "Forum Home", then pick the OMC forum.
Human: Hi guys im wondering if anyone can help me with a very annoying problem. Im pretty new to outboard engines but have been around car engines for years. basically i cant get the engine to fire, sometimes by having the plugs out and putting fuel in the ports it will fire, but majority of time it doesnt. The plugs...	the engine has to turn a minimum of 300 rpm to produce a good fire.... there are two basic things to do with any outboard failure..1.check compression..2..test the spark to make sure it will jump 7/16 of an inch with a gap tester..the tester can be bought cheap at any good auto parts store... http://outboardparts.com...	the engine has to turn a minimum of 300 rpm to produce a good fire.... there are two basic things to do with any outboard failure..1.check compression..2..test the spark to make sure it will jump 7/16 of an inch with a gap tester..the tester can be bought cheap at any good auto parts store... http://outboardparts.com...	wow no response/help? my specific question pertains to the difference between rigging( factory wiring) the 2014 in place of the 2004 F 150. thanks
Human: Hi guys im wondering if anyone can help me with a very annoying problem. Im pretty new to outboard engines but have been around car engines for years. basically i cant get the engine to fire, sometimes by having the plugs out and putting fuel in the ports it will fire, but majority of time it doesnt. The plugs...	Thanks ill get a spark tester. Battery is freshly charged battrey so definitly spinning over well. Does the spark tester sit in the ht lead in place of the plug for testing?	Thanks ill get a spark tester. Battery is freshly charged battrey so definitly spinning over well. Does the spark tester sit in the ht lead in place of the plug for testing?	1st.....never ever never ever run up ur rpms in neutral. Any thing above 1500 and ur asking for trouble. Doing so provides no diagnostic value or outcome, thus is useless. When in gear ear and throttling up if the engine sounds deep throaty then this is fuel related, most likely clogged jet(s). Pull carbs, pull j...
Human: Hi guys im wondering if anyone can help me with a very annoying problem. Im pretty new to outboard engines but have been around car engines for years. basically i cant get the engine to fire, sometimes by having the plugs out and putting fuel in the ports it will fire, but majority of time it doesnt. The plugs...	one lead to the plug wire and one lead to ground...the tester is adjustable for the gap...	one lead to the plug wire and one lead to ground...the tester is adjustable for the gap...	I recommend that you post this on the Mercruiser Forum on this site. Go to the top left of this page, click on Forum Home, and scroll down to the Mercruiser site, click on that and post your question.
Human: Hi guys im wondering if anyone can help me with a very annoying problem. Im pretty new to outboard engines but have been around car engines for years. basically i cant get the engine to fire, sometimes by having the plugs out and putting fuel in the ports it will fire, but majority of time it doesnt. The plugs...	Right bit of an update.... the spark isnt jumping a 7/16 gap. Ive tried starting on easy start and it still wont fire. Ive read resistances but dont have a dva but risitances are as follows... this was with metre set at 20k blue stator wire to ground. 1.52... which i think means 1520 ohms... should be 5800 - 7000 Red s...	Right bit of an update.... the spark isnt jumping a 7/16 gap. Ive tried starting on easy start and it still wont fire. Ive read resistances but dont have a dva but risitances are as follows... this was with metre set at 20k blue stator wire to ground. 1.52... which i think means 1520 ohms... should be 5800 - 7000 Red s...	Thank you everyone for trying to help, i have taken some pictures today after moving the trim down to full. Hope this help...
Human: Hi guys im wondering if anyone can help me with a very annoying problem. Im pretty new to outboard engines but have been around car engines for years. basically i cant get the engine to fire, sometimes by having the plugs out and putting fuel in the ports it will fire, but majority of time it doesnt. The plugs...	Test and inspect the starter motor.	Test and inspect the starter motor.	boscoe said: There is more than just the numbers. Should be a few letters and numbers that precede the numbers. There should also be a model identity. Click to expand... That all thats on the number plate of the motor. Yamaha 115ae 6e5 then that serial number
Human: Hi guys im wondering if anyone can help me with a very annoying problem. Im pretty new to outboard engines but have been around car engines for years. basically i cant get the engine to fire, sometimes by having the plugs out and putting fuel in the ports it will fire, but majority of time it doesnt. The plugs...	What Racer is saying is there is a possibility you are not turning enough rpm's to produce a good fire...	What Racer is saying is there is a possibility you are not turning enough rpm's to produce a good fire...	I realize that this thread is several months old. Here's my take on Marine 12 vdc systems. Licn2chill said: I'm installing a Perko 2-battery switch on my fiberglass boat. I watched a couple of videos on YouTube and the tech kept referring to a "common ground". First of all, even while we will see the term be...
Human: Hi guys im wondering if anyone can help me with a very annoying problem. Im pretty new to outboard engines but have been around car engines for years. basically i cant get the engine to fire, sometimes by having the plugs out and putting fuel in the ports it will fire, but majority of time it doesnt. The plugs...	Well i thought that... how would i check? Ive put my multeter on rev cointer for 3 cylinder and checked from wires from trigger and they all saod 320 rpm.... i dont know if checking like that would work though. Also the battery is a freshly charged truck battery so should be ok.	Well i thought that... how would i check? Ive put my multeter on rev cointer for 3 cylinder and checked from wires from trigger and they all saod 320 rpm.... i dont know if checking like that would work though. Also the battery is a freshly charged truck battery so should be ok.	bondo said: Ayuh,.... Rotten wood, 'n the general over all condition of the motor, 'n drive,.... A Maxum is but 1 step above a Bayliner,.... Click to expand... I'm not to experienced with the drive. What should I look for?
Human: I have a navman F2100 fuel transducer the transducer that mounts to the fuel line is broken the little turbine inside isn't turning. I purchased a Faria fuel transducer looks exactly the same. the wires that are on the Navman are RED BLUE SHIELD PURPLE now the wires on the Faria transducer are BLACK WHITE SHIELD...	RED, BROWN, ( its not purple) to BLACK ..... BLUE to WHITE ...SHIELD to SHIELD WORKS GREAT....RED IS VOLTAGE OUT.. BROWN IS VOLTGE OUT TO THE GAUGE ...BLACK IS VOLTAGE INPUT ..BLUE AND WHITE IS TRANSDUCER SIGNAL ..SHIELD TO SHIELD IS GROUND	RED, BROWN, ( its not purple) to BLACK ..... BLUE to WHITE ...SHIELD to SHIELD WORKS GREAT....RED IS VOLTAGE OUT.. BROWN IS VOLTGE OUT TO THE GAUGE ...BLACK IS VOLTAGE INPUT ..BLUE AND WHITE IS TRANSDUCER SIGNAL ..SHIELD TO SHIELD IS GROUND	The next thing I'm going to check is the reed valves. I wonder if a cracked/damaged reed valve could cause these symptoms?
Human: Would like to be able to use an AGM type starting (#1) battery. Does anyone know if this can be converted to a regulated electrical system or what would be required to make this work? Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Assistant:	Ayuh,.... Hook up the battery, 'n Go,.....	Ayuh,.... Hook up the battery, 'n Go,.....	I posted on yamahaoutboards here: https://www.yamahaoutboardparts.com...-what-causes-this-knocking-i-m-at-my-wits-end And will also eventually post here, what comes of it. Fingers crossed. Thanks again.
Human: Would like to be able to use an AGM type starting (#1) battery. Does anyone know if this can be converted to a regulated electrical system or what would be required to make this work? Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Assistant:	Naw bondo I'm not going that route. I'm a newbie here and not sure how to search the forums. Has anyone here experimented with dc isolators on these older motors? Thanks	Naw bondo I'm not going that route. I'm a newbie here and not sure how to search the forums. Has anyone here experimented with dc isolators on these older motors? Thanks	Bondo is 110% correct and his statement of "redundant ground" is perfect in that a bonding circuit is not a current carrying path. Circuit grounds are in addition to the bonding circuit. The fuel level sensor should have a bonding screw on it or a spot on the mounting flange that a screw penetrates. Bond it to a screw ...
Human: Would like to be able to use an AGM type starting (#1) battery. Does anyone know if this can be converted to a regulated electrical system or what would be required to make this work? Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Assistant:	why are you not going that route?	why are you not going that route?	looks to be starving for fuel, typically fuel pump, a leak in fuel line so its sucking air not fuel, dirty carb or out of adjustment but mechanics not picking up on that and the engine not doing this all the time at full throttle would go against that. maybe spark plugs or cdi
Human: Would like to be able to use an AGM type starting (#1) battery. Does anyone know if this can be converted to a regulated electrical system or what would be required to make this work? Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Assistant:	Want to charge 3 batteries but only 2 banks. 1 for main starting battery and 2 Aux in parallel. All are Deka Intimidator 8A24M AGM type. I do not have an isolator. This is a 2wire stator, cdi ignition with a rectifier. No voltage regulator. I do have a battery switch if that is considered an isolator. Would like to be ...	Want to charge 3 batteries but only 2 banks. 1 for main starting battery and 2 Aux in parallel. All are Deka Intimidator 8A24M AGM type. I do not have an isolator. This is a 2wire stator, cdi ignition with a rectifier. No voltage regulator. I do have a battery switch if that is considered an isolator. Would like to be ...	johnnygjr said: What is your starting procedure? Are you priming with the bulb till firm? How are you using the choke function,throttle advance? Has a compression test been run on her lately? Has an open air gap spark test been completed, After running these two tests fuel diagnosis is third Click to expan...
Human: Would like to be able to use an AGM type starting (#1) battery. Does anyone know if this can be converted to a regulated electrical system or what would be required to make this work? Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Assistant:	675 l322779	675 l322779	Running no oil isn't good. Running with water isn't good. I assume the lower unit needs a rebuild. It will have to come apart for further inspection.
Human: On a whim I bought an old speed boat with a 1978 Mercery tower of power 115 outboard. The motor was running fine until all the wires connected to the positive battery terminal fell off. I unwittingly reconnected the wires without turning the key off and I must have fried something. The boat will crank over but...	I'd advise posting this on the Mercury Forum on this site. Go to the top of this page, click on "Forum Home" and scroll down to the Mercury outboard forum.	I'd advise posting this on the Mercury Forum on this site. Go to the top of this page, click on "Forum Home" and scroll down to the Mercury outboard forum.	I paint, spread sand. When the paint is dry I remove excess sand and paint again to seal in sand.
Human: Alright I'm looking to completely rewire my Stryker Bass Boat from the motor all the way up to the trolling motor. The only problem im not exactly sure where to start. I've already got all the wire I should need and have a fuse block headed to my house in the mail. I'm comfortable with wiring it cause I have exp...	make your own....and don't use the "shortcuts" typically used in the auto world....and use the appropriate wire (stranded & tinned) with the correct terminations and it will last much longer than you will want to have the boat.	make your own....and don't use the "shortcuts" typically used in the auto world....and use the appropriate wire (stranded & tinned) with the correct terminations and it will last much longer than you will want to have the boat.	The wire could be pinched corroded and grounded, use a electrical meter to measure resistance have someone move the trim sender wile you observe its reaction.
Human: Alright I'm looking to completely rewire my Stryker Bass Boat from the motor all the way up to the trolling motor. The only problem im not exactly sure where to start. I've already got all the wire I should need and have a fuse block headed to my house in the mail. I'm comfortable with wiring it cause I have exp...	Agree totally with Makomark on wire and terminals. I would start with the battery wiring. If you are using a dual battery setup. install a top quality four position battery switch that allows you to select individually battery 1 (typically for starting & running the motor), battery 2 (for all other equipment), both b...	Agree totally with Makomark on wire and terminals. I would start with the battery wiring. If you are using a dual battery setup. install a top quality four position battery switch that allows you to select individually battery 1 (typically for starting & running the motor), battery 2 (for all other equipment), both b...	Thank you for your response. The #4 carb is missing. It is a new carb. We have a manometer. Is there an inherent problem with the 2004 50 hp Yamaha motors model no. T50TLRC? We have adjusted the hex bolt, etc. Still cannot figure out why it is missing. Thank you for your help.
Human: Alright I'm looking to completely rewire my Stryker Bass Boat from the motor all the way up to the trolling motor. The only problem im not exactly sure where to start. I've already got all the wire I should need and have a fuse block headed to my house in the mail. I'm comfortable with wiring it cause I have exp...	Thank yall for the help and input. Its goin to be a slow process so I don't make any mistakes and don't feel rushed	Thank yall for the help and input. Its goin to be a slow process so I don't make any mistakes and don't feel rushed	yes you are not kidding when you say the product is pricy.i looked at the seacast product and a how to do it movie on there site.it seems to be what i am looking to do for a good fix .not a bandaid as i had before. my qustion is you mention the word stringers are they the 2 back corners.i have not dug that deep yet. to...
Human: Alright I'm looking to completely rewire my Stryker Bass Boat from the motor all the way up to the trolling motor. The only problem im not exactly sure where to start. I've already got all the wire I should need and have a fuse block headed to my house in the mail. I'm comfortable with wiring it cause I have exp...	That's true, but you will know one heck of a lot more about your boat, which is a very good thing, especially if you have to fix something while on the water.	That's true, but you will know one heck of a lot more about your boat, which is a very good thing, especially if you have to fix something while on the water.	Vinh said: Check your safety switch first. Normally if you don't get sparks out of all the spark plugs that's an indication of the safety switch no pull out all Yes that is one of first things I checked along with all other shut off things. It's looking like bad CDI unit. Click to expand...
Human: I have a 1991 Chevy 4.1 engine that has been acting up. I have replaced the engine and starter, but now I'm noticing there is no power to the boat. It starts fine, but it will stall out if I go too fast. I believe there is a short somewhere but I can't find it. Where would it most likely be? Assistant:	What leads you to believe the issue is it a "short"? Not to be a smarta$$ but the elctrical issues with an engine are likely to be in the harness, usually at the connection from the engine harness to the panel harness...Bad grounds are also towards the top of the list. A voltmeter used to locate a large voltage drop w...	What leads you to believe the issue is it a "short"? Not to be a smarta$$ but the elctrical issues with an engine are likely to be in the harness, usually at the connection from the engine harness to the panel harness...Bad grounds are also towards the top of the list. A voltmeter used to locate a large voltage drop w...	Thanks Mark, I am thinking of a combination of rooftop for the stateroom and a water cooled, ducted deal for the main living areas....