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If the boat is an 04 model year, the last two digits would be 04. If they are not, the boat is not an 04 model me thinks.

On and Off on it's hazards sheet states that it can be corrosive to metals. I know that if you get HCL acid on galvanized parts ( like trailers) it can remove the galvanizing coating. My concern on outboards are anodes and other metal parts that the chemical might seep into. Then again, in my...

My concerns would be products that contain acids, like hydrochloric acid. Starbrite hull cleaner states that is contains no acids and is safe for painted surfaces. On a separate issue, applying wax after cleaning is recommended for the painted surfaces to both protect the paint and reduce the...

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When a surveyor asks if you want him to continue, that really means " this boat is in very bad shape, walk away" Using a moisture meter that is intended for lumber or sheetrock can give very misleading results on a fiberglass hull. The hammer test will tell you more. A moisture reading of...

You should think about whether your current wiring on the accessory side is sized adequately for the new loads. In addition, you should take a look at your house battery configuration to also make sure that it is up to snuff. Dont forget any new transducers as well as all the obvious components...

Depending on what has become difficult, there are less expensive options. Your boat is not that big and finding the space for an install of a windlass may be difficult. Bear in mind that even with a windlass, you need to be able to go forward to tie off, release and reattach the chain keeper...

I think you need to think about the financial repercussions and not so much the differences in the two models and whether it's 'worth it' as you mention. Without knowing your financials and I don't want to know, the thing that concerns me is a potentially large loan and your statement that your...

They are probably not burning more gas. Assuming you did use more gas and I am not convinced your method of estimating consumption is accurate, the gas must be leaking out somewhere. There could be a leak under cowling in which case the gas will end up flowing out the prop and may not notice ot...

How can you have 40% more fuel consumption but the gauges don't show that? What gauges? What did you do wit the old props?

It's a little more complicated for someone without experience. How many of us ( myself included) at one time or another has broken a pitot tube hose of fitting:) How many didn't know there was a bolt hidden under the plug that covers the trim tab bolt! How many have wished they added a bit of...

Bring a soft faced hammer, plastic is OK and tap all over the hull from the keel up to the rub rail. Then repeat on the transom. Wet/rotten transoms are common. I can't comment on the asking price. There are many factors to consider.

Yamaha advises not to crank with plug wires disconnected. Normally a mechanic would connect a clip on switch at the starter relay to enable cranking. In that instance the ignition would be off. If you do turn on the ignition, pull the safety lanyard. That should kill all spark. The compression...

Interesting , thanks.

You have to be diligent checking and adjusting if needed the precision oiling system linkage. Sometimes a linkage part breaks and the oil pump goes to the most oil position which is OK at speed but not at trolling or idle. About the oil; Is there synthetic 2 stroke oil? Just use a good brand of...

Read and follow the Stabil recommendations for storage. I have seen folks overtreat with additives and cause issues. Mostly that was with Seafoam but better to be safe.

The original 150s as I recall reading about were fresh water models. At some point in their development a model line geared towards brackish and salt water applications was introduced and named the Saltwater Series. As with all engines, maintenance is important and relatively simple. In...

If there is no water in LU oil, it can wait till spring. It should not ne stored empty. That is asking for trouble since the internals can rust. If in the worst case, there is water in the LU oil, the unit should be serviced but it if can't, it should be drained and refilled and serviced again...

If you are referring to trim tabs attached to the transom and by losing prime you mean that they do not stay where set and retract over time, then you have either of two things going on. The lines or cylinders have a leak. That should be easy to check or if no leaks, then the check valves on the...

You should use a downcut blade. That is a type of blade where the teeth cut on the down stroke and not up stroke as a normal blade. If the blade is not carbide and depending on the thickness of the glass, the blade will wear out quickly. An angle grinder with a diamond blade will work faster if...