Chris Snider
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Yep. You read it right... I went out yesterday and didn't mess ANYTHING up on the boat at all! That's probably one of the first times that's ever happened... Also, I finally "learned" my engine (you may remember my starting problems in the middle of the lake). What's the secret? Hold the choke in for approximately 10-15 seconds (instead of the recommended 5 seconds) before starting. Guess what? It starts the first or second time (even after sitting for 2 weeks)... I always thought I was flooding the engine, but it looks like I wasn't choking her enough. Strange. Oh yeah, Scott... I trimmed the engine all the way in and she shot out of the hole in 2-3 seconds (as opposed to 7-8)... It still looks strange to me having the motor trimmed in that far. I mean, I watch other people and it doesn't look like their motor's are in that far? I guess it works, though... As a matter-of-fact, I only trimmed the motor out a little bit as I was picking up speed. It seemed like it was riding smoother all around. I wish there was some way to know how most people use their trim (how far in or out), but I guess that's not possible?
Anyway, thanks again for all the information... Oh yeah, it's still too scary to go WOT on Carlyle Lake. Too many boats and freakin' huge waves from the wind and traffic. Maybe one of these days I'll get up the nerve (I'll give everyone advanced warning).
SgtThump
Anyway, thanks again for all the information... Oh yeah, it's still too scary to go WOT on Carlyle Lake. Too many boats and freakin' huge waves from the wind and traffic. Maybe one of these days I'll get up the nerve (I'll give everyone advanced warning).
SgtThump