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Hey folks, anyone use this launch? Is it decent? Was hoping to head for a day out there with the family. Hoping to fish then swim at the park beach... Thanks

Anyone experience the boat launch at BL PP? Was intending to go this week with the family for a day of fishing and relaxing by the beach. Can you get a day pass and then launch and use the facilities? I've heard the fishing right out from the beach is decent.

I was gonna ask you guys about that. My TM is a clamp on. I intend to mount it off the stern (port side). If my transducer is positioned in that area, will the TM interfere with the readings/signal? I'm heading up to cabelas in the morning. They are holding a Basspro group 27 deep cycle for me. I forgot I had a gift certificate for that place! Bonus... I've decided that that will be my TM battery. I will either stick to the tractor battery for a cranking source and run my depth finder off of it too or maybe get myself a dual purpose battery (24?) for the main motor/finder. If I ever set up lights I can use that battery for that. I'll keep the TM on its own battery since it seems to be the big energy eater

Yes, I've learned to rope start that motor already, and it was easier than I thought. I think I'm going to stick to the set up you've suggested. Maybe the 27 will give me an extra day... We won't be able to charge as we are going to a boat access camping site along the Magnetewan, launching from Harris Lake... that's the plan, anyhow! Thanks! P.S. looked up CTC batteries again, and came across this option to use as a starting battery and run my finder too. It gives me more cranking amps (probably not important) but it's a 24 and it has 90 minutes of reserve capacity - would this not ensure that I am not going to run out if I am using the finder constantly for the 3 days? I would then use a 24 or 27 for the TM. https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/motomaster-nautilus-group-size-24-starting-battery-675-mca-0102493p.html?loc=plp

Any experience with these? https://www.princessauto.com/en/gc24rv-dual-purpose-rv-marine-battery/product/PA0008680563

Great info, Gypsy400! Price point is great on that battery you quoted at CTC. If I keep the tractor battery for starting, could I run the finder off of it all day long and expect to still crank the engine? Or will that drain it? I am assuming a finder draws little power. Or, if I do keep the tractor battery as my gas starter, can I get away with hooking up the finder to 24 Nautilus you quoted with the troller? I'd like to avoid buying too many batteries and trying to at least keep that tractor battery in use. Another option is to buy 2 of those 24 Nautilus and scrap the tractor battery. I could then run the motor and finder off of one and the troller off the other. Is that the best option if I am trying to maximize the the power of the batteries if I were to go on overnight fishing trips? I ask because we are planning a 2 night (Friday to Sunday) trip this weekend. My goal is to be able to run the troller, finder and still have juice left to start the motor by Sunday. In this scenario, which of the above should I go with? I am not going to be running the trolling motor constantly - maybe 2 to 3 hours max per day (I like to drift fish and/or anchor a fair bit). Thanks again! Great help so far from all.. p.s. I am wondering if I should consider a solar panel to maintain the batteries? I see them on amazon for under $75

Thanks for all the input guys.. I've learned a lot!

Tru... I've got a basic machine as you've all probably figured. 16' utility boat with bench seats a 55lbs thrust clamp on troller and just and average finder that I picked up at a garage sale (although is practically new). I'm just trying not to get stranded on the water!

Okay so I guess the motor and the finder (finder drawing little power) on one of those nautilus batteries and the trolling motor on another nautilus... got it. Just checked the prices. Not cheap. I'll be adding $700 for both batteries to my setup.

Thanks Akrisoner. But if I'm running the finder off of one battery and and the trolling motor off another, what am I starting the motor with? And are the nautilus batteries from CTC deep cycle? Thanks.

Thanks. So you also use that deep cycle to start the motor? I only have the trolling motor and fishfinder in terms of electronics. I wonder if a group 27 is adequate for this two things ? I always thought a deep ccle marine was for electrical components only.

Those of you following my recent posts may know I recently bought a 16' boat and 25 HP motor. So far I've gotten away with a lawn tractor 12 V battery, which is basically used only to crank start a cold motor if I am not mistaken. I also have a 55lbs thrust electric trolling motor that I have not yet used and will be using my fish finder regularly. I realize that when I do use the trolling motor, it will draw a lot from that little battery (the finder probably a lot less). In my case, where I am basically starting a motor, running a trolling motor (occasionally) and fish finder (regularily), what is the best option for an all around battery or should I get a deep cycle battery for this setup/application in addition to a cranking battery? I'd rather keep it to one battery. Can I cold start of a deep cycle so I can keep it to one battery? What options should I consider? Thanks!

I actually ended up buying another motor!

I noticed, with 2 adult males and 2 kids, the boat didn't quite plane.. but it was choppy. First time out on this motor. Ran well otherwise. Will try the suggestion to raise it one more notch and maybe two. First I'll try one then see how it goes. thanks

You know, I had no idea that the angle should be adjusted based on how many people/gear/weight is in the boat... I wonder how many people do this?

So you mean up as In away from the transom?

Should I angle it out a bit more from the transom? Or is it okay as is?

So if I bought this I suppose I could change out the whole thing? Never done before, but may attempt it with Youtube! http://(https://www.marineengine.com/newparts/part_details.php?pnum=OMC0389980),

On those older motors, does water piss out from exhaust as well as the side? That's what seems to be happening which I find odd. What comes out of exhaust is pretty warm, borderline hot... a lesser amount comes out of what appears to be a side port. I need to see a diagram to confirm where that motor is supposed to spill its water.

Hey folks, Recently bought engine is running fine but I want a mechanic to check out the impeller/water pump. Does anyone know of a good, honest older outboard mechanic in Southern Simcoe County, Central/Northern York Region? I am near Schomberg (but closer to the 400). The motor is a 1979 Evinrude 25 HP. Thanks

I love that spirit and I would have taken it out but the thing is so long that I can't even put it on without it hitting bottom. I could adjust the angle so that it's higher off the ground but it's no where near ideal. Thanks for the input though. You're right - getting out there is the most important thing. We overthink things sometimes!

I am off right now. Maybe can be pulled off in a couple of days. on the other hand I do have a nice 25 hp Evinrude lined up to buy abs it's a short shaft. He's holding it for me for a day or two. That get me on the water a lot sooner!

Good points. I will think it over. I'm not the handiest guy so hopping my buddy can give me a hand. on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being very difficult) where would you rank this project? also is 5" enough?

thanks guys... seems like a bit of a project.. which begs the question - why not just sell it and buy a shorty?! I guess the thought of changing the transom seems like overkill. It's interesting that one or two of you pointed out that the transom was modified to accommodate a short shaft. I wonder why? Seems like a lot of effort when they could have stuck with a long. Also even if I built up straight across that red line, it only give me about 4" or 5" - but the difference is 7" I am going to talk to a friend to see if he would be interested in helping me with this project. Otherwise, the motor is listed now and if anyone wants a decent long shaft, I will sell it for $950 at this point (at least that covers my gas and the cost of the motor). PM me if interested.

All the jack plates I've seen on Amazon and other sites are not $100 as someone mentioned earlier. What am I specifically looking for for the type of boat I own? Maybe a link to one?