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  1. G8rmac

    Sticking Bendix

    I had the opposite problem, the starter would spin but wouldn't rise into place. Same issue I am sure, the shaft was gummed up and not moving freely. I wrapped the area with paper towels then sprayed with lubricant (WD40 clone) while working it up and down gently. Clean up as much as you can...
  2. G8rmac

    Deer hunting from the water

    COE property in Virginia is open to hunting unless it is clearly marked for other purposes. I have gone into areas not accessible by land, but in VA your gun has to be unloaded and cased while in the boat. If it is legal in GA, I would say go for it. Kind of like the baiting argument, as long...
  3. G8rmac

    Hello!

    Hello Steve! I am coming in from NTOWS, looking forward to this new format. I am in Northern VA, fishing mostly in the Potomac. Unfortunately I don't trust the water quality enough to do anything but catch and release but it still gives me a thrill to fish in the shadow of the Lincoln...
  4. G8rmac

    Need keys

    I hate a thief more than most other crooks, but I never lock my boxes. If someone wants in they can pry them open with a screwdriver, adding damage to the theft.
  5. G8rmac

    Wrong Prop

    Do a search for the specs on your motor. I see some things that show max rpms at WOT on that motor is 5500-6000. If you are over 7000, you are definitely under-propped. Check the link below, it should help you find the right pitch. http://www.mercurymarine.com/propellers/prop-selector/#
  6. G8rmac

    2013 Z8 upholstery

    I would think you would have a nice cat skin to cover the seat in!!:D
  7. G8rmac

    battery draining

    Start with the basics-check all connections to make sure they are clean and tight. I had a similar problem, cleaned the battery terminals and wire connectors with a wire brush until shiny and tightened the nuts with a wrench (no finger-tight wing nuts!) It is surprising how little corrosion it...
  8. G8rmac

    Pontoon Boat Mooring Cover

    Just got word that mine was picked up by FedEx this afternoon. I'll post about the quality once I get it, but less than two days from order to shipment and free shipping-happy so far.
  9. G8rmac

    Pontoon Boat Mooring Cover

    I just ordered a cover for my PT175 from Elite Boat Covers. It hasn't come in yet, but it was 1/2 the price of a comparable Dowco. http://www.eliteboatcovers.com
  10. G8rmac

    seats

    Don't sand/file ANYTHING on a new boat-make the dealer make it right. You'll have plenty of time to "adjust" things on your own after the warranty runs out!:P
  11. G8rmac

    Gooey black oil under prop ?

    Mark In your last post you said you had a bent skeg and vibration. The skeg shouldn't cause a vibration, but a bent prop or prop shaft will. Tied together with this, I would say you need a good mechanic to look it over. Sounds to me like whatever bent the skeg did some internal damage.
  12. G8rmac

    seafoam or lucus which is better

    I use Seafoam in every tank as a fuel treatment and preservative. I have used it to maintain fuel for over a year with no breakdown or separation of the fuel. It also cleans carbon out of the engine.
  13. G8rmac

    Motor has No Power

    Tein, I had the same issues. Others will chime in with more possibilities, but when mine did this it turned out to be dirty connections. It doesn't take much corrosion to block the charge going to the battery. Clean the battery terminals and wire-brush the connections until they are shiny...
  14. G8rmac

    Fuel Additives

    Seafoam-It is a cleaner and stabilizer. It was recommended to me because of some possibly sticky rings. First time I used it I gained 300 RPM. In addition, I had some issues where I couldn't use the boat for a year. I had used Seafoam before that and the fuel is still in great shape. I...
  15. G8rmac

    Gas tank capacity

    I can't find any info on a '99, but the early 2000's had a 9 gallon tank, the 2013 has an 11 gallon. Quickest way may be to measure the tank and do the math.
  16. G8rmac

    won't turn over

    Everything might be related, but sometimes the starter pinion will get dirty or worn and will not spin up into the flywheel. Is the starter spinning but not engaging? When mine did that I was able to use a screwdriver to LIGHTLY pry up and turn the pinion by hand until it broke loose, then I...
  17. G8rmac

    Motor guide install

    Should be vertical to get mounted. When it is horizontal it is under pressure so it doesn't bounce around.
  18. G8rmac

    New Member and new owner of 2013 Tracker Pro 175TF

    Congratulations on the boat and welcome to the board! You will find any answers you need on Trackers here, a bunch of good folks. Thanks for your service, were you part of the 1041st? I've been proudly wearing the Beret since 1986 myself.
  19. G8rmac

    Boat is ready!

    i have been a little shaky! Hoping to get onto the Potomac this weekend.
  20. G8rmac

    charging 24v trolling motor batteries

    Major Mark posted this link earlier, it is the clearest explanation I have seen. Assuming your charger is 12 volt on both banks, I think Figure 7 shows how you would do it. http://batterytender.com/resources/connecting-batteries-chargers.htm/#answer2
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