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    Quest about 205 vs 225 Freedom/Tournament

    I have a 95 223 Tournament with a 200 Yamaha. I fish this boat here in SW Florida and also use it for family outings. I have found that the cockpit space is more than adequate and the bow seating is very accommodating. I couldn't be happier with the versatility offered by this model. I do...
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    95 Grady Tournament Seats

    Hi, My helm seat ( upgraded ladder back,with arms type) has lost much of the plastic guides that insure the seat slides without wiggle or metal to metal friction. Does anyone in the forum know where I can get some replacement parts for this? Thanks in advance
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    200 yamaha 2 cycle starting

    Hi folks, I wish to thank "Seasick" for his continued pragmatic approach to solving my electrical starting problem. As indicated in my previous post, I would follow his suggestions and let you know. Well he was right on the money. My problem was in the negative grounding all of the time. I...
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    200 yamaha 2 cycle starting

    Thanks for your comments and knowledge. I will try to follow all of your suggestions and let you know the results. Thanks again,
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    200 yamaha 2 cycle starting

    Folks, I made an error in calling the starter relay assemblies, coils. The terminals discussed in my previous post should have referred to them as relays. Sorry if there was any confusion. Thanks
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    200 yamaha 2 cycle starting

    Thanks for the reply. I have done the following: Batteries: 13vdc, good, clean terminals and secure connections. Cabeling from batteries to selector switch are all good, clean and secure. Good cable from sel. sw to the pos. terminal of the coil assy. I have 13 vdc at pos coil terminal and...
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    200 yamaha 2 cycle starting

    Hello all, I am experiencing the following when I attempt to start my engine. Batteries are charged 12.9vdc. Turn key to start, the spring gear on the top of the starter spins but does not rise up to engage the flywheel. I would appreciate your comments as to what may be the problem. ie...
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    remote oil tank primer bulb

    Thanks for your comments. There is a small 12v inline motor at the remote tank. The only thing that comes to mind would be ,with the bulb you could manually pump oil up to the main tank and the bulb also incorporates a built in check valve, I think. With the bulb ,would you not be able to...
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    remote oil tank primer bulb

    The 1995 remote oil tank in my 95 223 tournament did not have a oil squeeze primer bulb. Before installation, I would like to know if there is a standard or common location in the oil line, for it. Comments are appreciated. Thanks
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    Oil transfer pump

    Hey Seasick, Thanks for your reply. I have done all of the things you have mentioned relative to clean lines, sensor tests, etc. I took the 12v motor apart. very well built, and found that the stationary magnets lost their adhesion to the motor housing. I corrected that and the motor runs...
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    Oil transfer pump

    I have have been working on my oil transfer pump/remote tank on my 95 223 with a 200 yami,two cycle. The existing pump mounted on the remote oil tank appears to be too worn. I got it to run but doesn't put out the pressure/volume. What I am considering doing is to install a small 12v pump...
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    Remote oil tank hold down

    Good morning again, Does anyone have experience in building or using a battery type hold down to take the place of the metal, factory hold down plate system? I know of the substitute stainless unit but I would prefer not to go there. The tank is the yamaha 10.5 litre plastic tank...
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    Electric oil transfer pump 95 yami200/95 223 Tournament

    Good morning, I have been working on the failure to pump oil from my remote tank to the main tank on my 95 yami 200. "Seasick" was quite helpful in his diagnostic advice. Here is my question. I have removed the 12 vdc transfer pump and integral motor from the remote oil tank. I have broken...
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    Oil transfer pump 95 Yamaha 200

    Merry Christmas, Seasick, Thanks for your information and tips. I will let you know how I make out. This is the first outboard for me in a long time. I do appreciate your knowledge. Thanks again, Capt1947
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    Oil transfer pump 95 Yamaha 200

    While running yesterday, my low oil warning buzzer went off. Found the oil reservoir was below the minimum. Glad the sensor and alarm work. My question is this. I shut the engine off then turned the key to on. This should activate the transfer pump, I believe. Nothing happened,no motor pump...
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    Fuel economy

    I was hoping to get some feedback on what the average fuel consumption (gph) should be for : 1995 Yamaha 200 hp/2cycle. The engine has just completed 100 hour maint. including new carb kits, cleaned tank and running on non ethanol fuel only. The engine is pushing a 95 Grady 223 Tournament...
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    Oil tank 95 Grady Tournament

    Thanks for your information. Eventually, I will learn all of the systems on this Yamaha 200. I appreciate it. capt1947
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    Hydraulic steering, 95, 223 Tournament

    Willy, Installed new Sea Star and new control cables as well. Very pleased with the result. Will reseal the transom edges next time I get the engine off. Thanks for your comments, Capt1947
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    Oil tank 95 Grady Tournament

    Hi, I am soon to be a new owner of a 95 GW Tournament with a 95 yamaha 200hp, 2 cycle. This is the first time I have owned a large 2 cycle. I am used to diesels. Here is my question: I have a plastic oil tank ( looks about 3 gallons in size) mounted in the aft bilge space. Is this a vacuum...
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    Hydraulic steering, 95, 223 Tournament

    I would be interested in getting feedback from the membership regarding the installation of a Sea Star HK6400A-3 system for a 95 Yamaha 200. I currently have a cable system which is rusted and needs to be replaced. The 6400 is a kit that includes the helm,cylinder and fluid. The hoses will be...