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I recarpeted my 198 recently and went back with straps on the rear deck. Easy to switch out, no holes in the lids, and simple. They may not look as clean, but they really aren't that noticeable in...

Following your post as I am also looking for a trailer for my 198. I contacted EZ Loader in Arkansas and they will make a 198 trailer without having your boat present. It would be identical to the...

I had the same exact issue with my 2008 HPDI a few years ago. Fresh rebuild with about 25 hours and it wouldn't idle without throttle. TPS was reading fine, so I had to take it to a shop. They...

I also run a 225 HPDI on a 2008 198. I have a worked 25p Yamaha T1 prop. I also run 67-69mph at 5500-5600 rpms with a moderate load and have excellent hole shot. I do have a gorilla hull, so I...

I run 89 in mine and have no issues. Yamaha manuals will tell you to run a minimum of 89 octane. I also run ring free and stabil with every fill up. I do only put 10 gallons in at a time and...

I had a similar issue. My HPDI would start fine in the driveway, wouldn't start at the ramp. If I applied throttle, it would start, but I had to stay on it to keep it running. I ended up taking it...

My '08 VZ225TLR has the same temperament. In weather under 60 degrees, I back in halfway until the lower is submerged, start the engine and monitor temp, then when it is at normal operating temp, I...

I've had a similar issue before. I would check fuel delivery first since it is likely the "pump" from the throttle delivered just enough to spark and ignite the engine. Fuel bulb, low pressure fuel...

These motors will run just as good as any, however, maintenance is a MUST, not a strong suggestion. Maintenance is much more involved on Yamahas, but more maintenance means there should, in theory,...

I had this same exact issue last year with my 2008 225 HPDI Vmax. I changed low pressure fuel pumps, changed fuel in the tank, spark plugs, primer bulb, etc. Never could figure it out myself. I...

Has he tried adjusting the prop to pad? I am NOT an expert, nor do I know very much about setup, however, it sounds to me like he needs to drop the prop (increase ptp) to get more prop in the water...

I put the 3/4" insert in mine and it worked well. I did have to sand it just a bit and I tapped it in with a rubber mallet. My only complaint is the 3/4" pins seem to wobble in the mounts. New...

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ISO of a Garmin gpsmap 1222 or similar unit to run livescope. I would give preference to a 1242/1222 or echomap 122/126 unit, but would consider other 12" models depending on price. Touch or button...

I've placed a few orders with them. They are hit and miss. I had some simple "in stock" filters take 3 weeks to make it to me, but I assumed it was due to shipping related issues. I also had low...

I use DOMO online. There may be cheaper options out there, but in my opinion, the option to have it delivered to my doorstep outweighs the dollar or two per gallon in savings. I have shopped around...

I'm curious about this, too. I did install the 3/4" post adapter and the new posts I put in still wobble. The adapter required me to sand ever so slightly and I had to tap it in with a rubber...

I would recommend putting some of the perforated foam kitchen drawer liner in it. Cheap and easy. You can find it at most kitchen stores or box stores. It is closed cell so it won't absorb...

I just purchased two from boatersland.com. Item number was ATSSP-14000. I had to sand the OD just a bit to make them fit since the OEM pedestals are actually 1.75", but it was an easy task. I just...

I just had the same thing happen to me this weekend. Alarm went off, power was cut, and I noticed the engine mounted tank was right at the bottom line. I did notice the alarm would go off when I...

New updates. Shop called last week right as they were preparing to ship my injectors off for cleaning and said they thought they found the problem. When I replaced the low pressure fuel pumps, I...

For anyone still following, my boat is still in the shop, but they are making progress. During a lake test last week, they ran the engine with a timing light and the computer hooked up. No codes...

Boat and motor finally went to the shop last week. They ran diagnostics and everything checked out squeaky clean. While running in the shop, they noticed my idle issue, but they expect it to be worse...

All filters have arrived and I plan on replacing them this weekend. I also plan on checking TPS voltage and performing a link and sync procedure if the filters don't solve my issue. I ordered a...

Note: I checked compression and everything checked out, so even though plugs were oily after idling, I don't suspect any powerhead or piston issues.