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I'll make it up to you some day Brian. I promise.

Careful Brian will tell you it was imported 120 year old Scotch....

Art

I run regular in the bayliner. It,s a regular motor after all. I add stabil for piece of mind. Now I have to ask this question,and feel free to call me stupid,it wouldnt be the first time here,but,,,,,,,,,,,,,

 

 

 

How is cleaner fuel polluting? Cleaner, is pretty much green to me.

Brian if you have a motor that is out of tune (timing) then it will pollute more due to the fact it is burning the gas at the wrong time and the exhaust port opens and lets raw fuel exit from the exhaust. Now if we increase the octane and make the gas more stable than the manufacturer wants it to be it in effect changes the timing. Now this applies to mainly to the older motors that are not computer regulated which will vary the timing to combat changing conditions and quality of fuel. Now with that said the higher the octane the more you can compress the fuel before it explodes that is why as you modify a engine (raise compression) you need to increase the octane to keep it from knocking. Knocking is were the the explosion happens before the top of the stroke and is actually the motor exploding the piston backwards counter productive to the inertia of the rotational energy of the motor. Stick with the correct octane, add additives that prevent the fuel from breaking down due to contact with air and moisture (marine Sta-bil) and tune the motor when it is not running correctly.

Your motor will happy and healthy for many years.

Art

If being stopped on the water was about safety, there are easier and faster, more cost efficient ways of doing so...

Why not have the authorities posted at launch sites. Have you and your boat checked before you hit the water. Should you have all the required equipment, your boat gets a sticker that is good for the season.

They could still patrol but they would not have to pull up to anyone, who has the sticker. Kinda makes a ton of sense, doesn't it!

But that won't happen because they are not out there to ensure we have all required equipment... they are out there to generate revenue. Should you think differently, perhaps you should reconsider.

HH

We actually have that here in the USA you can have your boat certified by the Coast Guard. They come to the marina's for free and everyone who signs up gets inspected and a sticker issued. This however does not mean you will not be checked on the water it just makes the inspection quicker they generally will ask you to hold up 2 or 3 items on the list and wave bye as they leave. They are still making sure you are not drinking and have the correct licenses and what color your wife's bikini is or your speedo just to be fair to all of the MNR officials. I am not sure about the revenue money grab angle if you know the rules beforehand and you comply with them their is no fine. I have yet to pay a ticket in my life on the water owning 4 boats at this time. Each one has all of the requirements on board at all times so that's 4 paddles, 4 flare sets...etc it is the price you pay before the price they charge for improper boating.

Art

Garnet

Actually he did not edit your post he edited a copy of your post the original one was still their for all to read. We have a system were the original can only be modified by a Moderator so do not fret your written word (that follows the rules) will be seen by all. While you are almost correct in your statements and your knowledge is valuable don't take it to heart if people chose not to listen. Debate is encouraged so all views can be seen right or wrong and then people can evaluate the opinions of each and use the info. accordingly. It after all is they who pay the consequences of their actions.

Cheers

Art

If you want to debate octane pros and cons on our open forum we will let you if someone disagrees with your statement we will also let that happen. If they start to slander you or make statements that are hazardous/dangerous then feel free to hit the report button on the left side of any posts. We will then take action and render our judgement all of these services are included in the price of admission.

Art

On this topic, my motor is spitting water however my over heating alarm is going off on my 1989 90HP Merc. It's in for an impeller...however I am not confident the impeller is the problem as it went into the shop spitting water? Is it possible the impeller has deteriorated and possibly not sucking up enough water? The Impeller hasn't been changed for at least 10 years.

 

Thanx

It is always a good bet to start with the obvious problem them work back from their. With a 10 year old impeller it needs to be done regardless of the alarm. Their are ways to check the circuit after a known temperature is established as to whether or not you have a second issue.

Art

For some reason I don't feel that threatened in Sault Ste. Marie, except of course by the overzealous border officers and scary homeland security boats with machine guns! I don't see why one terrorist attack should equate to a loss of civil liberties. As an american, I would see some of the anti-terrorism measures to be a violation of your fourth amendment rights.

One... come on really?? have you not read of all of the instances of the publicized attacks and also the ones prevented? It is a changing world and violence while not wanted is a fact of life as it changes the way we police our zones of civilization.If anyone chooses to fish a border area then you accept the fact that you are going to be checked. Right now the US and Canada are both being like little kids and having a peeing contest to see who can make the other madder. Both sides will settle down soon I hope and we can go back to the rules we have become used too.

Art

water muffs are not acceptable to test for coolant flow. A bad impeller will release a piece of it and clog the telltale. Once cleared the bad impeller will let hose pressure past the seals and make the telltale look like it has pressure but it is from the hose. Put it in the water and see if the stream is normal. To be safe if you have not changed the impeller in 3 years it is due. Better safe than a seized motor.

Art

No lost fingers yet but the evening is young still.

Art

Nice spread and a wonderful day, Dan looks like some serious grilling going on with the chair in front of the BBQ.

Art

Thats too funny A friend of mine is an avid bassman and when we go fishing if he hooks into a big blue Catfish he cusses and tries his best to shake them off instead of enjoying the fight with a 20 lb or better fish. When I fish with other on the big boat we taylor the day to fish for those big beautiful fish.

Art

elevator man ...hummm does he wear a cape and a mask? I think his true identity has been revealed... Good job Masked man Good job.You secret is still safe with me.

Art

Thanks for the well wishes while it is a fun holiday it also is a very important one in our nations history. Now on to the main event bottle rocket fights you tube should be full of them by tomorrow.

Art

On a Mercury I had it said in yellow letters not to strike the starter motor with a hammer. I guess they know us fishermen pretty well.

BTW yes I did and yes it started working...

Art

Boat rage were no one wins.... Their are times were we all do something that seems stupid to everyone else except ourselves. If you find yourself confronted with a situation were someone does that,the best thing is to just let it go. Why ruin your pleasant trip with plotting how to piss him off too. Life is short and if you tangle with the wrong wacko it could get even shorter.

Art

Wow finally a joke I didn't have to lock good job....

Art

Thanks for the info Art. Have you heard anything about the Massanutten?

I haven't but the tourist trade is taken very seriously here and you can expect great service.

Art

You can open the lock and remove the pins then any key blank that fits the evinrude will work. Selling the boat that starts with a screwdriver will hurt the sale in my opinion.

Art

wait for the car to be delivered and look under the rubber bumper for the frame structure to tie too.

Art

While I have not fished the area the Shenandoah is known for smallmouth bass. The area is a wadeable body of water. Expect to find a hard rocky bottom 1-6 feet deep in areas along the road that is close to the water. The fish average 7-12 inches and put up a good fight going airborn often. Use a med light rod and reel and bring small jigs chartreuse/white/smoke are good colors. Smaller crankbaits like the bomber A white/bass are good also. A blue and chrome rattletrap is a good bet. A few chugger type baits in the other colors and any crawfish pattern bait is a winner. If you want to go with natural baits their are Carp, Channel Catfish and Bluegill for the taking too. Use the same as you would in Canada. Fish the areas behind current breaks and were the current is boiling to the top from submerged rocks and weeds. This is some general info that works were the Shenandoah is closser to were I live. Good luck and enjoy Virginia it has a lot of things to see.

Art

Hi Betty glad to meet you at lak air and welcome to the board. Hopefully you won't view this as being as big a mistake as marrying Brian.

Art

Since it looks like the original question was answered and we are not heading in a good direction......Say good night Gracie

Art

I have to agree with Cliff the pricing you have set seems really high but it seems in Canada prices are higher their for boating items. Whether you sell now or when the price is higher is irrelevant since you are also purchasing a used unit yourself. If you purchase NEW this fall and sell in the spring your bang for the buck will be the greatest.

Art

Pull the float and rehook it up outside of the tank.Measure the resistance on the unit at full tank and empty tank and compare the readings with the factory manual readings. Then short out the wire to ground and see if the gauge goes to full. If it all checks out it seems you might have the float cockeyed in the tank make sure it is facing correctly and the linkage is not fouling with the side of the tank. Remove the grounded point or wire and clean with a metal brush. Reinstall and coat with battery corrosion sealer from the parts store.

 

 

Art

Chris by cleaning the ground wire on the tank you issue should be fixed if not then do the other tests and call me I will help you solve the problem

Art

the correct reading on a linear tank is only while sitting still. The tanks in the Ranger are rectangular but are from right to left not front to back. They read left and right turns as fuller or emptier.

Art