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Thanks guys. I'm a bit confused I guess (nothing new there). My engine, which I intend to replace, us a Merc 125 ELPTO. My understanding is that it is a 20" shaft length. Is that correct? When I...

I can't seem to get a fix on what the ideal outboard shaft length is for a 171. Is it 20 or 25?

Thanks billedbetter. Can you verbally walk me through removing the fuel tank? A little guiding often saves a lot of pain and suffering on any journey.

Part 2 of my question. Has anyone accessed the live-well drain valve on a 171? There is a panel held on by 4 screws (one on each corner) that is forward of the fuel cell and has two circuit...

I did get a pic of the board. I managed to manipulate it to the point where it would come out aft of the fuel cell. I still can't figure out what it's for but the transducer is not installed on it....

I'll try for a pic but it may be impossible as most of the plywood is beneath the fuel cell and only the slightest bit of the assembly is visible aft of the fuel cell.

Let me start over. Some of what I posted doesn't make sense when I re-read it.

I have a "new to me" Anniversary year 171 that has a water temp sensor mounted by one of the two previous owners....

I have a "new to me" Anniversary year 171 that has a water temp sensor mounted by one of the two previous owners. The gauge is no longer in the boat.

This boat is also equipped with a flasher...

Thanks for the info folks. I'm thinking it's likely a defective ground too. Any insight into the problems with this trailer if it's a Dry Dock brand? What do I need to be aware of and watch out...

I just bought a 2000 Champion 171. Just a couple of questions to get me started. The trailer appears to be a high-end product that is made with a single axle box beam construction and has what...