If that requires a flush stern mount to register on 2d while on plane, it's impractical on a lake like Toledo Bend, with a lot of stumps and standing timber.
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If that requires a flush stern mount to register on 2d while on plane, it's impractical on a lake like Toledo Bend, with a lot of stumps and standing timber.
My Gen 2 HDS uses a glassed-in puck-type transducer for 2D, and a separate downscan/sidescan transducer mounted on the setback plate. Is it correct that the Elite FS only has one transducer port? ...
Yes. That's correct. I have not been using full throttle during my holeshot, because I never had to do that with my 200 HPDI. It jumped right out of the hole and I could plane at 3,000 rpms...
The holeshot is certainly better with the vent holes plugged, but it still seems to lag coming out, and I have to rev it to 4,000 rpms to get it on top. It's not an easy or smooth holeshot. I did...
Thank you for such a prompt and helpful reply.
Thank you. I lowered the jackplate about 3/4" when I had the problem with the holeshot. 2500 suggested that I move it back to its original position.
Please offer your opinion on raising or lowering...
Thank you for the reminder. I do not have some of the information requested; however, I'll supply what I have. The engine is new, a 2021 Mercury 200 Pro XS, Serial # 3B011971. The prop is a...
Please educate me. Raising the jackplate will help with holeshot? I would have thought the opposite.
Today was the first time out after plugging the holes in the prop. It made a noticeable improvement, but still doesn't pop out of the hole like the Yamaha did, and revs up considerably more to get...
Thanks for the suggestions, and please continue. The jackplate was unchanged from where it was with the Yamaha, and that motor performed great. It was just past time to retire it. After the first...
The prop is a 3 blade, 22" PowerTech.
Thank you.
Thank you.
I am trying to get more information about the prop. I've conceded that I should have asked more questions. There was never a reason for me to question the prop on the Yamaha. It performed so well...
I just repowered my 2005 Skeeter 200 TZX. I retired the 200 HPDI with 1,000 hours in favor of a new Mercury 200 Pro XS, 4 stroke. Holeshot was never a problem with the HPDI, nor was top-end...
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I recently re-powered my 2005 Skeeter 200 TZX with a new Mercury 200 Pro XS. It's a great motor, but blows out on takeoff, and doesn't settle out until it finally gets on top at about...
Thanks for the referral, and for confirming that there's a problem.
Thank you.
Which motor has the edge on dependability?
What are the issues with the Merc? I have virtually identical prices offered.
I'm in the market for a new outboard. Please share your thoughts on the choice between a 200 SHO and a 200 Pro XS.
Thanks. I've run outboards for 60 years--Evinrude/Johnson, Mercury, now Yamaha. This Yamaha has been a great motor for 15 years. Nearing 1,000 hours, and the only problem with the power head has...
My lower unit froze up yesterday. There are just a few vendors of new or refurbished lower units, that come up online. Personal experience? Recommendations?
My puck type transducer is going out. It has a blue plug a 7 pin connector. I've been given a similar blue plug transducer, but it has 3 pins. The transducer will be mounted inside the boat, with...
Thanks for your replies. I guess there’s a reason why all the Gulf Coast fishermen use Yamahas. 2,000 hours is now my goal :-)