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    Spoke to the Ranger dealer a couple of days ago. ...

    Spoke to the Ranger dealer a couple of days ago. Get this - I inquired about what face plate the factory uses if you order the boat with a 7" and found out that it is completely difference from the...
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    What settings did you change? It appears that...

    What settings did you change? It appears that you have the sensitivity set too high and the surface clutter setting is too high. Start by resetting everything to the factory defaults. Lowrance,...
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    Carlos, someone else also told me the same thing...

    Carlos, someone else also told me the same thing this morning. I think I will try using aluminum plate.
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    Thank you bassbama. You have saved me a lot of...

    Thank you bassbama. You have saved me a lot of grief.
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    Bassbama, Thanks for the valuable info. You did...

    Bassbama,
    Thanks for the valuable info. You did a great job on the replacement panel! I think I may try reinforcing it with bondo. Did yours crack in the middle section or out past the recess...
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    Z118 - Lowrance Elite 7

    Does anyone know if a Lowrance Elite 7 will fit in the recess of the bow panel of a 2011 Z118? The panel recess appears to measure 9.25" and the template from Lowrance lists the max width at 9.26"...
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    2011 with a merc XS Pro and a Bob's 8" jack plate...

    2011 with a merc XS Pro and a Bob's 8" jack plate set 3 3/8" below the pad - 61 mph max with passenger, tackle for both and 1/2 tank of fuel. Your mph will vary based upon air temp, elevation above...
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    Contact Ranger and ask to speak to their...

    Contact Ranger and ask to speak to their performance personnel. They will be able to tell you what the setting below the pad the center line of the prop should be.
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    The jerkbait special is a beautifully made rod...

    The jerkbait special is a beautifully made rod with every attention to detail. The helix construction results in a tip section that is just a too stiff for fishing jerkbaits but that's just my...
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    Gary Dobyns himself uses a 704CB and a 705CB. ...

    Gary Dobyns himself uses a 704CB and a 705CB. Hands down Dobyns and Shimano have the best warrantees in the industry.
  11. Sticky: Here are a few items that are not normally...

    Here are a few items that are not normally considered, mentioned by insurance agents and not part of a standard marine policy: Full replacement - in the event that the boat is a total loss the...
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    Speedo issue

    I have a 2011 Z-118 with a 150 Merc Optimax Pro. The speedo is a split gauge (speedo and fuel). The speedo registers 20mph when I energize the ignition switch and won't re-zero. I've had the gauge...
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    Couldn't get any feedback so I went ahead and...

    Couldn't get any feedback so I went ahead and sprung for the rod. I had a chance to test it on the water and was pleasantly surprised. Casting accuracy is outstanding as is sensitivity. I put it...
  14. +1 on the Dobyns 765

    +1 on the Dobyns 765
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    Dobyns hands down!

    Dobyns hands down!
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    Loomis GLX 823S SYR

    Is anyone using one of these shaky head rods? I know these are very sensitive. How do you like the tip action? Would it be a good choice for texas rigs (upto 5/8oz) since it has heavy backbone...
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    The thermostats and poppets checked out o.k. The...

    The thermostats and poppets checked out o.k. The pressure at idle is still around 1.6 - 2.0psi. After installation of the scoops, pressure at WOT and full tilt increased from 13.5 to 17. Since I...
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    Thanks Don,
    Actually you were the one that suggested the inlet kit to help solve my high speed low pressure issue. I agree the factory hardware would work but I just am not a fan of self tapper...
  19. Installing Merc High Speed / Low Water lower unit scoops (Water inlet kit #17280A)

    I recently installed the subject scoop kit to improve high speed water pressure on my 2011 Pro XS 150. First test after install indicated that at 5400 rpm pressure increased from 14.5 to 17 psi so...
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    Sticky: Boat: 2011 Z118 Motor: 2011 Pro XS 150 ...

    Boat: 2011 Z118
    Motor: 2011 Pro XS 150
    Jackplate: 8" Bobs Versa Jac (currently non hydraulic)
    Prop: Mercury Tempest Plus 23
    Set up: C/L prop is 3 3/8" below the pad
    Best speed to date with 440#...
  21. Has anyone tried the 2013 St. Croix LegendXtreme

    What's your thoughts on sensitivity and the new handle? General overall thoughts and comments?
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    Yup, same thing happened to my 2011 Pro XS. Your...

    Yup, same thing happened to my 2011 Pro XS. Your exactly correct. The replacement reservoirs have been redesigned. Rangerhgm should have seen a fault on his Smartcraft that said low engine oil.
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    Need help with NEMA 2000 hook-up

    I would like to hook-up my Humminbird 788ci HD DI Combo unit to my Smartcraft to be able to utilize the engine monitor screen on the Humminbird. I believe the Smartcraft is a SC1000 but I'm not...
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    Don - Need more help please

    After the water pump was replaced I noted the following readings from the smart craft - @ idle 540 rpm - pressure 1.7 - temp 158, @1000 rpm - pressure 4.8 - temp 161, @2500 rpm - pressure 6.1 - temp...
  25. 2011 Optimax XS Pro causing RF problems

    Recently both the front and rear locator shut off at with the motor at about 4000 rpm. The console Humminbird screen went from navigation mode to a frozen screen with just multiple vertical...
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