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Hi Seabob4 Yes, I agree and believe some of the conditions I found were mysterious and complicated the troubleshooting. ie, the bus setup mode in the Evenrude instrument gauge, told me the antenna was working properly. Also, the Lowrance GPS module did work for a short time after installation...

Good info. thanks for your help. ORCA

I need to change the fuel filter cartridge on my 175 spirit. Is there any trick to changing the cartridge so that no fuel is spilled in the process?

Hi Seabob2 It has taken this long to complete the troubleshooting and solve the problem with my N2K network. Thanks for your help. It led me to start checking each and every "T" section of the network. Bottom line, the antenna was not working. I happen to have a spare to swap out and yahoo it...

NEMA 2000 iinfo Hi Seabob4, Thanks for your input. I am not able to get a position fix with the Lowrance GPS or the mph readout on the Evenrude gauage. This set-up was installed by the dealer during an engine upgrade and worked for a short period of time. The evenrude equip is under...

I have a 2008 Evenrude 115 with digital guages and a N2K network. Recently, my Lowrance 5200 GPS, which is on the network) and the mph speed readout on the evenrude gauge stopped working properly. I would like to learn more about troubleshooting a N2K system so that I can make my own repairs and...

Thanks for the info, My Capt., I had called Lowrance about the unit being "locked up", several months ago, before I had the unit and network installed in my GW. Their solution for resolving a "locked up" unit, does not solved the current problem. I will try your set-up solution it and let...

I Need the forums help with troubleshooting a problem with a Lowrance GPS 5200 Global and an Evenrude digital guage that depend on a GPS signal. INFO I HAVE GATHERED SO FAR: 1. I have followed the Lowrance proceedure to unlock the 5200, with no change in the situation. 2. When I turn...

I Need the forums help with troubleshooting a problem with a Lowrance GPS 5200 Global and an Evenrude digital guage that depend on a GPS signal. INFO I HAVE GATHERED SO FAR: 1. I have followed the Lowrance proceedure to unlock the 5200, with no change in the situation. 2. When I turn...

The 2008 Evenrude 115HP E-Tech on my 175 has plenty of power. When conditions allow, I normally cruse 25MPH @ 4,000RPM. Max RPM is 6,000 for this engine. If new and operation cost is a factor, the 115 will burn less fuel/oil and initial purchase price is less. Last year Evenrude had purchase...

The drain plug located in the bilge end of the fuel compartment drain line, is intended to keep leaking or spilled fuel from draining into the bilge compartment while the electrical connections are HOT. (If in doubt of which drain line entering the bilge is from the fuel compartment, reference...

Hi Parthery, Thanks for your reply. yes, the discoloration on my GW, is from Lake Lanier. The lake water does not seem to be as clear, as in years past. I do not normally leave my GW in the water more than a few days, but this spring, an emergency surgery kept me from being able to get it...

product on order. thanks for your input. ORCA

I need the fourms help in finding the best product for cleaning a GW hull that sat in fresh water too long. No barnicles, just discoloration. Thanks in advance for your help. ORCA

FACTORY SPEC. INFO NEEDED - Can anyone tell me the proper bevel angle of the top of the carpet covered trailer stringers, for a 175 Spirit. I do not believe the existing stringers provide proper support. Thanks, IN GOD WE TRUST ORCA

HI RICH, GOOD POINT. IT'S OFF TO THE EVENRUDE DEALER TO SWAP ENGINES. I VALUE ALL THE GOOD ADVISE AND OPINIONS I RECEIVED FROM THE FORUM. I'LL LET THE FORUM KNOW HOW IT ALL TURNS OUT. :D THANKS, IN GOD WE TRUST ORCA

HI FREDDY062 I will be glad to share anything I learn from using all the excellent help I received from the forum. Your reply was especially impressive as I have not seen a decision tree used that way before. Great Idea. It will be a few days before I can post anything learned by using...

GREAT HELP. THANKS TO ALL WHO CONTRIBUTED. :lol: IN GOD WE TRUST, ORCA

WOW! Great Info. thank to all for you great help. IN GOD WE TRUST ORCA

More help needed trouble shooting a faulty fuel guage or sending unit. Can anyone tell me why a Yamaha instrument fuel guage reads at it's lowest level and flashing, when the tank is full? Thanks in advance for your help. IN GOD WE TRUST ORCA