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by bassboattech
Sun Jul 24, 2011 10:56 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: trolling motor cable
Replies: 7
Views: 3271

RE:trolling motor cable

If you plan on keeping your boat for the next 5-10 years upgrade your trolling motor it will save you lots of headaches and probably save you money in the long run ( no canceled trips, replacing cables you know are an inherent weak link multiple times,better performance and def better batt life ) ju...
by bassboattech
Fri May 06, 2011 4:24 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Don't forget to check bearings
Replies: 32
Views: 10943

RE:Don't forget to check bearings

NOT CONFUSED.....ease of maintenance is not allways better or safer....semis are certainly not safer thats like an oxymoron but i can see why you agree.
by bassboattech
Fri May 06, 2011 3:54 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Don't forget to check bearings
Replies: 32
Views: 10943

RE:Don't forget to check bearings

anyway ck your chit,be safe on the water and fish your arse off. Moto
by bassboattech
Fri May 06, 2011 3:51 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Don't forget to check bearings
Replies: 32
Views: 10943

RE:Don't forget to check bearings

i think your confusing me with some one else. i have no links, and hey if your into torture i dont know if id be posting it on the internet....hehe
by bassboattech
Fri May 06, 2011 2:35 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Don't forget to check bearings
Replies: 32
Views: 10943

RE:Don't forget to check bearings

But they did cheap out your trailer with cheap Chinese made caps of plastic, if i remember correctly semi trailers have a metal cover with alot more bolts. know one plays with there trailer in a parking lot not that i know any way. but oil baths may have to come along before i get them. as long as i...
by bassboattech
Fri May 06, 2011 3:37 am
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Don't forget to check bearings
Replies: 32
Views: 10943

RE:Don't forget to check bearings

Well in my opinion as i work on this stuff day in and day out ill take grease any day over oil bath, we pull our rigs thousands of miles every year i always carry grease for my trim rams,propshaft,bearings. ive seen very so often oil bath caps crack,damaged and leaking if this happens while driving ...
by bassboattech
Sat Apr 30, 2011 11:02 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Prop Size
Replies: 9
Views: 3042

RE:Prop Size

CAJUN i dont think your on the right path 1 because its a 10 foot livingston(heavy fiberglass)2 if you look at the coast guard rating i think your boat is rated for alot more and in the boat industry we never rig anything with less than 25 percent of the rated horse power. classic case of being unde...
by bassboattech
Mon Apr 25, 2011 1:17 am
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Motor opinion
Replies: 13
Views: 5115

RE:Motor opinion

i knew it changed in the mid years wasnt sure if it was in mid 80s,or 70s but you should be fine. just carry extra plugs.
by bassboattech
Sun Apr 24, 2011 1:56 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Motor opinion
Replies: 13
Views: 5115

RE:Motor opinion

ya thats not true.....up until the mid 70s horsepower for boats was rated at the power head now there rated at the prop.....and now ya know the truth....happy easter
by bassboattech
Sun Feb 20, 2011 6:31 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: What gauge wire?
Replies: 38
Views: 11555

RE:What gauge wire?

most would run 4-6 gauge you wouldnt go smaller than what come out of the motor......that just spells trouble.
by bassboattech
Sat Feb 19, 2011 5:46 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Bow Mount Trolling Motor Question
Replies: 11
Views: 7519

RE:Bow Mount Trolling Motor Question

50 inch min-60 inch max, if your in rough water alot go 60inch shaft most bass boats go a max of 50inch shafts, 60 is super long though.
by bassboattech
Fri Feb 18, 2011 8:33 am
Forum: Alpine Lakes - Hikes and Destinations
Topic: Alpine Lakes this time of year?
Replies: 14
Views: 10396

RE:Alpine Lakes this time of year?

Last year at this time i hiked up to the alpine lakes above north bend.....all frozen but went back a few months later and caught the most beautiful dolly varden, be well prepared (snow shoes and a way to stake your tent in the show if your over nighting it.
by bassboattech
Fri Feb 18, 2011 8:14 am
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Upgrading boat
Replies: 14
Views: 6024

RE:Upgrading boat

I personally would stay away from tracker, every one i have known who has had one had the keel crack wide open. no experience with targa. my recommendation would any boat you look at would to have a shop ck it out for you.
by bassboattech
Fri Feb 18, 2011 8:06 am
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Help Finding a trolling motor
Replies: 10
Views: 4270

RE:Help Finding a trolling motor

Give Russ a call at LIMIT OUT PERFORMANCE MARINE 253-863-9973....there a bass pro shops dealer and can get you any thing in there catalogs.
by bassboattech
Wed Jan 05, 2011 10:51 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Use Or Exchange This Water Separator?
Replies: 5
Views: 2849

RE:Use Or Exchange This Water Separator?

As far as corrosion resistance aluminum in not the choice compared to the stainless version and for a few bucks more i would go that route. But then again i would have it mounted inside out of the elements and done to boat building specs (proper fuel line,secured,distance from battery) i don't know ...
by bassboattech
Tue Jan 04, 2011 2:15 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Oh no! Outboard probs!
Replies: 46
Views: 11353

RE:Oh no! Outboard probs!

Were talking normal working lower unit, not one with a bad seal- which they found and fixed(condensation is not normal in a lower unit and would require a repair) not just change gear lube as you suggested)
by bassboattech
Tue Jan 04, 2011 2:06 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Oh no! Outboard probs!
Replies: 46
Views: 11353

RE:Oh no! Outboard probs!

We talking boats or cars (cars have a closed cooling system with anti freeze-if your car has antifreeze in the oil the motors already half done) boat 4 stroke outboard motors have a hard time getting to full temp in some areas and the end result is condensation or water in the oil( fix change your o...
by bassboattech
Tue Jan 04, 2011 1:23 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Oh no! Outboard probs!
Replies: 46
Views: 11353

RE:Oh no! Outboard probs!

4 stroke out boards have been making oil since they came out(for those that do not know what that is- when the motor oil keeps getting increasing its qauntity either from fuel or water with no ill effects. 4 stroke outboards have no roller bearings.
by bassboattech
Tue Jan 04, 2011 1:16 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Oh no! Outboard probs!
Replies: 46
Views: 11353

RE:Oh no! Outboard probs!

Four stoke outboard have an oil sump just like a car with a pump and no reservoir. 20 plus years at chev and never not one have i seen a motor seize from water-lack of oil yes. back to school for you.lol
by bassboattech
Tue Jan 04, 2011 1:14 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Oh no! Outboard probs!
Replies: 46
Views: 11353

RE:Oh no! Outboard probs!

When i worked for Chevrolet as a tech i seen hundreds of cars and trucks come in with anti freeze in the oil this is the number 1 killer of babbit bearing due to the acidic affect on the babbit, plain water in oil is just a crappy lubricant and will result in crank end play and bearing clearances in...