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The instructions call for wiring the GHP 10 into the Tachometers, for safety reasons, and I did so. This means that when slow trolling I need to run both motors. Has been a fantastic piece of equipment but I wanted to troll on only 1 motor so I went into the "Dealer Install" software and shut...

I have a Lewmar Pro Fish 700 that will not free drop. The clutch is locked up. I have tried penatrating oil and used a 3' bar to try to break it loose. Won't budge. It will power up and down. It appears that to dismantle it I need to back off the clutch and of course that will not work. Any...

I going to purchase a waterproof hand held VHF. Looking for one that can be recharged aboard the boat in a 12 volt outlet, as I do not have a generator. Quality is very important. I have a fixed mount but want one in the event I go in the water. Any suggestions on make, model and place to...

What can I spray on my trailer tires to protect them from the sun? Thanks

I periodically check the fluid level in my hydraulic steering and find that I need to add an ounce or so to top it off. A year ago I added the Garmin AP and thought I was very carful when I bled the lines. The boat has sat all winter and when I checked it today I added about 4-5 ounces. It...

I keep my boat in Lake Ontario and it has never been painted.. When I pull the boat there are water spots on the hull that are both visable and you can feel them. Not wanting to polish over them I tried spraying with White Vinegar and they wiped right off leaving a shiny hull just like new...

I have twin F225s that usually are flawless. Recntly, and then only very rarely, my starboard motor will act as if it is fuel starved. It drops RPMs and quits or runs rough at 300 RPMs. I have checked the engines fuel filters and changed the Racor water seperation filters. If I squeeze the...

Going to change my filters. Do I need to fill the new filters with fuel before installing or can I install them dry? Thanks

I have 3 batterys on my '05 Islander. Fridge has been on for a couple of days and Port engine would not start. Starboad fired right up. Following the directions on the battery switch door I turned turned them to BOTH and still nothing. These were wired by the dealer and although I have...

What is the difference between Yamaha Lube 4M & 4W? Reading the containers they sound almost identical.

How many ft lbs or torque should I use on the bolts that hold the lower unit on? I thought I would use NeverSeeze but wonder ir I should use Locktite instead? If so what color? It might not make much difference but the boat is used in fresh water only.

Just bought Yamaha oil filters for my 2 225 fourstrokes. $23 each. Ouch!!Anybody use an aftermarket filter. They also wanted $9 a quart for lower unit oil. I am well aware of the value of my motors and do not want to take any chance whatsoever by saving a couple of bucks but was wondering...

I have the chip from Garmin to upgrade my software. They mentioned that the upgrade will erase all my waypoints. How do I download the waypoints so they can be reentered after the upgrad? I could write them down then manually reenter but I have a few dozen stored. Thanks David

I have a Islander 270 with twins. I want to add a second boarding ladder but having problems finding one that will work. With an 8.5' beam and twins there isn't much room on the transom and thru bolting the transom near the lifting ring poses a real problem because you can not reach down...

Need to restock my supplyof Ringfree. Anybody know of a Sale in progress?

I have twin 2005 Yamaha 225 Four Strokes. I am installing a Garmin GHP 10 Auto Pilot and need to know What color wire to tie into the tachs for both the + and Ground. Thanks

I plan on installing an Autopilot and am going through the "How and Where Phase". If you have an Islander I'd love to know where you put Tees in the hydraulic lines, pump location, etc. I have never removed the large floor panel that covers the 150 gal fuel tank. I'd hesitate to install...

I want to add 4 Rod holders to the rear edge of the hardtop on my '05 Islander 270. What have you used? Where did you get them? Pics? Thanks

I have a Garmin 3210C GPS and thinking about adding a Simrad AP24. I'm wondering how difficult it is to link the two together. I'm located in Rochester, NY and having a problem locating an installer with experience dealing with autopilots. If you have used an AP24 or the Garmin GHP 10 I...

I plan on installing a TR-1Gladiator on my Islander 270 with twin Yamaha 225s. If you have one on your boat, especially if you installed it yourself, I'd love to hear your comments, problems, etc etc. Thanks and have a very very Merry Christmas