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How is it getting water in the boat? Hull leaking, water splash over the side? Is it taking on water while fishing?

Appreciate the checklist a ton! Give me something item by item. Thank y'all!

Going to look a 2016 Optimax 200 on a Champion 191 boat. I've never owned a motor this new. What are some things to look at and maybe any concerns I should have about this model engine? Engine has...

It's definitely a stouter rig than my old 98 fast strike.

You're the man, thanks.

Bought a 1998 Hydrasport with a 1998 150 fast strike... or so I thought. turns out its just a 150 Fast strike cowl. The Model# is J175 GLEIS. Quick google search comes out to a 91 175. My question...

Update: Turns out the VST was bad. So all new fuel lines, VST gasket kit and she runs like a scalded ape again. Full disclosure, I had a fuel leak from plastic fitting on the bottom left of the fuel...

So how many people run a livescope on a 25 yr old OMC TM?

Thank you! And thank you to every else. Soon as I can get back to it, I'll let you know what I find

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Thank you too! I appreciate the Help.

Thank you

Okay, so I rigged a clear hose up to see any air bubbles. Didn't see any air bubbles while pumping the bulb or idling. Couldn't find my fuel pressure gauge to check psi but the pump is pumping good...

Ah come on now!

Thanks, I'll check that this evening.

Sorry, I meant to quote both of you.

do you recommend using a pre mix pump in the case that my VRO is bad?

I'm beginning to see that. Mine works great, looking for a parts rig just incase.

It's the OMC pump with the oil side capped and disconnected. Makes me wonder now if my mechanic didn't put a used pump on it...

After finally testing it, it's faster than I know how to drive it. 67 GPS when it starts walking. Still pulling pulling strong before the Chine. Plenty for this ole boy.

Anybody have a OMC 24v Trolling motor they want to part with?

I can run the rig as much as I want, jumps on pad out of the hole and runs like a scalded ape. Issue is if I leave it idling in neutral for 10-15 minutes it will bog and die. When it does this, the...

Came across a nice 1998 Stratos 283 with a 175 fast strike. Been parked for several years unused so I know I'll be rebuilding carbs, replacing fuel lines and water pump etc. Previous owner says its a...

any pointers before I tear into these carbs? I've rebuilt tons of automotive carbs but never an outboard. Looks like it would be best to remove and reinstall one at a time?

10/4, thank you!