Recent content by J-cubed

This system works for me'

Ha,Ha that is a picture off of the new 208 brochure. I also use an EZ Steer and I have the shifter and throttle control mounted to the rail next to the helm.

I mounted the AP motor high on the short perpendicular wall too the right of the wheel. I mounted the computer in side the cabin below the light. If I'm not mistaken, I believe that the AP hoses came with the Lowrance unit. I don't remember buying extra hoses.

I performed the same upgrade on my 97/208 last spring, I used 20' hoses. I love the auto pilot for trolling for walleyes. If you have any other questions feel free to ask.

DON'T LEAVE IT UP!!!!!!!

J-cubed Jim 1997/ 208 Adventure 1997/ 150 Yamaha Salt Water II + 9.9 Johnson

I have a 97/208. I have installed trim tabs and an autopilot. Both have made a world of difference. You will not be sorry.

I have done about the same thing for the last 24 years without any problems. I have always used Prig-g gas treatment with every fillup. I rebuilt my carbs about three years ago. I found zero buildups of any kind in the fuel lines. I have always thought that starting out with fresh gas was the...

The helm pump, which the wheel attaches to is needed. Be careful when attaching the hose fittings. Do not over tighten, use the lock nuts in order to stop the fittings from moving.

You only need a pump for the autopilot.

I installed Seastar hydraulic steering and Lowrance autopilot on my 208 this past spring. I didn't have enough room for the mechanical autopilot. So I converted to hydraulic. Have fun it's not that hard. If you have any questions about the installation, feel free to ask. I really love it and...

I have found that hanging old cd's from a line around and on my boat works great at keeping the birds at bay. Birds hate the flashes they make and do not stick around. I learned this trick off of THT forum. I have tried owls and other tricks without much success.

Is there any requirement on how long an ECOS lanyard can be? I doubled mine in order to move around the boat a little. I always seem to forget that I have it attached when I'm docking or slowing down to troll. Killing the engine at a most inopportune time. Causing unneeded problems and possible...

My boat stays in the water throughout the summer. I keep my outboard trimmed up out of the (fresh) water when I am not there. This leaves my trim rods extended. If I retract the rods and let the motor rest on the support arms, the tip of the lower unit is in the water. My question is which...