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    Bennett Trim Tab Switch not working

    I have a Bennett Euro style model Ben ES-2000 controller for my trim tabs. The right switch has lost resistance and does not work. The switch just flops back and forth. What might the problem be? I have checked the wiring, hydraulics etc All good. Is the switch just worn out and...
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    Changing props on our Tohatsu 9.8 Kicker

    I am looking into changing the prop on our 2011 9.8 Tohatsu long shaft. We would be moving to a to a 7 pitch (part # 3B2B645140 3 blades). I am hoping this will provide more thrust and control. My dealer indicates there is a 4 blade available as well for about $30.00 more. The 9.8 Tohatsu is...
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    Four Strong Winds

    Have you ever been leisurely swings on the hook or nestled to a dock and heard these strains float across the water? “ …. I'm going to work on them towboats With my slippery city shoes Lord I swore I would never do that again Through the great fog bound straights Where the cedars stand waitin...
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    Spotted a C Dory east out of Portland Weds March 30, 2022

    Spotted a CDory pulled by a truck with camper, headed east on 84 out of Portland....Headed for fun?
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    mounting Scotty 2500 prawn /crab trap puller on a 22 cruise

    I am buying a Scotty 2500 prawn /crab trap puller and would appreciate pictures and/or mounting information for a 22 cruiser. I currently use Scotty manual down riggers with the slide in mount for 1050 and 1060 down riggers. Thanks in advance
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    EFI on a Kicker?

    Looking to buy a new kicker for my 14 ft Aluminum. I will be getting a Tohatsu ... either a 9.9hp or a 15hp. The dealer says the 15 has EFI. I have never heard of a non battery kicker motor with EFI. Should I be concerned about EFI in a kicker? (I have a 9.9 long shaft Tohatsu as an...
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    What to buy Walker Bay or older Avon?

    I have a decision to make...Buy a new Walkerbay 240 ​PVC with inflatable floor and sun cover for 1000.00​ ​W - 60'' L - just under 8' / 240 cm lbs- 49 cap - 3 hp - 6 ..... OR a 10yrs old Avon Red Crest soft bottom with light plywood floor for 500.00 (good condition) W - 48'' L...
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    Marina with land accomodation near Nanaimo

    We are going to meet up with some non boating friends near Nanaimo in a few weeks. We will be staying in our boat while they will require land accommodation. Does anyone have a marina suggestion? Thanks
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    Strange blue grey spots/mild afte winter storage

    We have our 22 cruiser out of winter storage and are doing the usual spring clean up/ service stuff. We had the boat covered in a large blue tarp and it seemed to come through winter just fine. However I am noticing blue grey spots on one side of the boat, the starboard side. At first I thought...
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    Price of a 2003 9.9 Merc long shaft excellent shape?

    I have come across a 2003, 9.9 Merc long shaft in great shape. Not much use and never in salt water. What is a reasonable price? The fellow wants $1700.00. Are these Mercs made by Tohatsu as the new Mercs? How easy is it to add charging capabilities?
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    Comments on mounting a 9.8 Tohatsu on a 22ft Crusier

    I am planning to mount a 9.8 Tohatsu Long shaft (20") on the transom of our 07 22ft cruiser, next to my 90 Honda (port side). Yes I do have trim tabs. Does any one have this set up? If so are you happy with it? I am looking for pros and cons. Thanks
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