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Sep 18, 2021
Volvo Penta 5.0 L GXIB 2002
The engine will start and run in idle for 10 to 20 min and maintains 600 rpm. I have noticed periods of rough idle after 8 to 10 minutes. The end result
Sep 18, 2021
boat diesel engines and how to maintain and troubleshoot them
About boat diesel engines and how to look after them, maintain and fault find
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Sep 17, 2021
Suzuki , DT9.9C, 1992
Has sitting problems, runs on choke for a couple of seconds then dies, may start again shortly. Than will not start unless it sits for a while. Water tank
Sep 17, 2021
Yamaha 4 stroke 70 HP 2011
Motor has set for about 1 1/2 years not being started or ran. What all needs to be done before trying to run? Ran perfect before. not a lot of hours on
Sep 17, 2021
Honda BF150 2006
Was driving my boat and noticed my faria rpm gauge quit working. Looked liked the needle was trying to move, but then just quit as well as the digital
Sep 17, 2021
2006 Honda 150
Took boat our for swimming Wed. When I restarted (took 2 tries) I was underway and when I tried to adjust trim the warning beep sounded and the engine
Sep 17, 2021
Honda BF150A6 serial# BANJ-1201310
The engine starts great runs great for about 45 minutes then stalls out without any warning but then the engine will start right back up and will be fine
Sep 17, 2021
E50TLCUD Serial G1421871 I think 87 year model
The motor starts well. Runs fine at high speed. When I fish I like to troll about two miles an hour. Motor idles okay but then it starts running uneven
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Sep 17, 2021
Suzuki 350 2019
100 hours water in fuel alarm. Went into limp mode. Change engine filter and water seperator filter. N9 more alarms but cabine misses under load
Sep 16, 2021
Honda BF90A 2006
This one should be real simple but it is baffling me at the moment... This is about the speedometer function. I know it is not really important since
Sep 15, 2021
2015 DF50A Suzuki
Does anyone know how to disable the Service reminder altogether in the CPU??? I am not talking about resetting it, I want it disabled!! This is a very
Sep 15, 2021
suzuki 2.5 hp 2020
at idle the steering can be done with one finger. under throttle...3mph to 7.5 mph the steering becomes increasing difficult, it requires to much attention
Sep 15, 2021
2016 75 hp Mercury outboard
Engine cuts out after an hour and then above 3,000 rpm otherwise runs all day 2,500 and below
Sep 15, 2021
1999 50hp evinrude
Motor ran fine until took it out and would go over 3000 rpm under load. Got carbs rebuilt. New fuel pump. Coil packs. New impeller in water pump. Still
Sep 15, 2021
Mecury, Pro XS 2021
Does anyone know who makes sensors for the Mercury outboards because its sure not Mercury, have been waiting on a sensor for a new engine now for 60 days
Sep 13, 2021
yacht batteries and how install and look after them
About yacht batteries and how to select and install them for optimum efficiency
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Sep 13, 2021
boat batteries and how to select and install them
About boat batteries and how to install them and look after them
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Sep 13, 2021
2006 Suzuki DF50
Engine was running a little rough found a faulty injector, I replaced all 3 injectors and spark plugs and now the engine just cranks and won’t start. I
Sep 13, 2021
Yamaha 50 horse 4 stroke 2007
The motor starts and runs great when Cold, when you get where you're going slow down and start to troll the motor dies and wont restart, spits and sputters
Sep 13, 2021
boat starting battery selection and rating information
boat starting battery information and advice for all boatowners
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Sep 13, 2021
D4 260 hp diesel 2014
Have to do a long river run at 6 - 7 knots - about 1 hour - before I can open the throttle. Last time I opened the throttle to go up to 15 knots, after
Sep 13, 2021
Yamaha F60TLRB 2003
I have a 4 stroke, 4 carbs. It idles OK but stalls when I trim the motor up at low idle. It runs fine at high rpm's. I have cleaned the carbs but that
Sep 13, 2021
deep cycle boat batteries and how they work
deep cycle boat batteries and how they supply power to all your electrical systems
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Sep 13, 2021
The Boat house battery and how properly rate and select it
Boat house battery selection and rating calculation and all you need to know
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Sep 13, 2021
About AGM boat batteries and how reliable they are on boats
About AGM boat batteries and how they ensure electrical power supply reliability on yachts and boats
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Sep 12, 2021
Buying shellfish and how to select only the best produce
Buying shellfish and a guide to selecting the best, from clams to octopus and calimari
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Sep 12, 2021
Cooking mussels and how to enjoy great meals
cooking mussels and enjoy great classic mussel recipe ideas
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Sep 12, 2021
Honda 75hp Outboard 2000
Trim is stuck in upward position & will not lower motor. Fluid level is ok. Any help is deeply appreciated.
Sep 12, 2021
2004 DX 150 TLRC
Engine idles fine and will run fine for 10 minutes or so then begins to stumble at 3000 rpm. Slowed down for a moment then then when I tried to accelerate
Sep 12, 2021
2004 DX 150 TLRC
Engine idles fine and will run fine for 10 minutes or so then begins to stumble at 3000 rpm. Slowed down for a moment then then when I tried to accelerate
Sep 12, 2021
2006 SeaRay 250 SLX with Smartcraft gauges
All gauges were out to get new lenses when purchased used from previous owner...how are they linked together and which gauge gets the System Link cable
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Sep 12, 2021
250 pro xs, 1251p73bd, 2018
The motor will not run over 5400 rpm. I have tried 5 different props.
Sep 12, 2021
Buy shellfish and get the best product at the seafood market
How to buy shellfish and get quality product and value for your money
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Sep 12, 2021
How to buy fish and get the best fish available at the market
How to buy fish and make sure you get the freshest and best quality fish
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Sep 12, 2021
How to pan fry fish and enjoy the fruits of your fishing
How to pan fry fish and enjoy great tasting seafood afloat and while cruising
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Sep 12, 2021
johnson 25hp 1999
the motor will run fine when it is first started. I got the boat on plane for five minutes came back to the dock and stopped the engine. I thought it was
Sep 12, 2021
How to cook fish and enjoy the most delicious food on the planet
How to cook fish and enjoy buying and cooking the best seafood markets have to offer
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Sep 11, 2021
28 spl, E28ESLCCR 1988
Starts right up, at low idle, it runs rough and usually shuts down within 5-10 seconds. At high idle or running at high speed, it runs fine,. Once I slow
Sep 11, 2021
ciguatera poisoning and all about how nasty it can be
ciguatera poisoning and how to deal with the effects and avoid it
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Sep 11, 2021
Ciguatera poisoning when sailing and how to deal with it
Ciguatera poisoning and how to recognize it and deal with it when afloat
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Sep 11, 2021
Mercury 4 stroke 90 hp 2001 carberatored
Well motor runs and starts great except when I’m running at 2200 it starts to really running rough like cylinders dropping out and sometime stalls but
Sep 10, 2021
Suzuki 350A 2018
2-350A/ optimas 360 Joystick GPS controls- Rpms only 5200 Rpm each down from 6000 ea. No it is not a prop problem—
Sep 10, 2021
1992 mariner 150hp magnum 3
after using motor and it sits for a few hours carbs and oil line fill with oil changed check valve in engine block same problem exists drain carbs flush
Sep 10, 2021
2003 Yamaha 90 TLRC
Hard starting, sometimes stalls at idle, and when running its fine but if it stops after running, it will take at least 20 mins before it will start again.
Sep 10, 2021
Sailboat engine electrical system upgrade and improvements
Sailboat engine upgrade and maintenance recommendations and advice
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Sep 10, 2021
Sailboat diesel upgrading and improvement
Sailboat diesel system upgrading and improvement in reliability
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Sep 10, 2021
Boat battery charging and how to improve your charging system
Boat battery charging and how to improve boat battery charging reliability
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Sep 10, 2021
Boat charging systems and how to improve and upgrade them
Boat Charging systems and how to improve reliability and efficiency
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Sep 10, 2021
Boat charging systems and how to select and improve them
Boat charging systems and how to maintain and optimize performance
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Sep 10, 2021
Install a high amp alternator on your boat and solve problems
About the high amp alternator and how to make the most of it on your boat
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