| Equipment |
Topic |
Comments |
Motor
1991 Johnson 90 HP carbureted two-stroke
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Status: |
OK |
| In a nutshell: |
The Johnson 90 has been a reliable workhorse for over 12 years, although a bit
thirsty compared to modern DFI 2-strokes and 4-stroke motors |
| Other products tried: |
None |
| What's happened: |
14-MAR-2003: After 10 years, a blown head gasket, repaired at
dealer; 01-JUL-2001: Power trim solenoids replaced. |
| What's planned: |
Possible repower with Evinrude E-Tec in 2005 |
Propeller
Piranha Composite
|
Status: |
OK |
| In a nutshell: |
The Piranha has performed almost exactly like OMC aluminum props of the same
diameter and pitch, with the advantage of interchangable blades. |
| Other products tried: |
OMC Aluminum, ComProp, Michigan Wheel Vortex |
| What's happened: |
Nothing |
| What's planned: |
Stainless steel prop comparison. Prop is performing OK, just
interested in seeing how an SS prop will do. |
Secondary motor mount
Garelick 71074
|
Status: |
OK |
| In a nutshell: |
Works fine, no complaints |
| Other products tried: |
None |
| What's happened: |
Nothing |
| What's planned: |
Nothing |
Electric motor
Motorguide GWT80 Transom mount
|
Status: |
OK, but... |
| In a nutshell: |
A good motor, once the problems noted were corrected. However, we should never
have had to deal with these problems int he first place. |
| Other products tried: |
None |
| What's happened: |
Motor vibrates noticeably at full power... More >>> |
| What's planned: |
Replace the aluminum Machete prop with the nylon version; for
much later - considering a Minn-Kota Riptide bow mount Autopilot/Co-pilot |
Steering Wheel Knob
Edson Powerknob
|
Status: |
OK |
| In a nutshell: |
A useful gadget. Small skiffs can be wet, making holding on to a stainless
wheel with wet hands problematic. The Powerknob takes care of the issue. |
| Other products tried: |
None |
| What's happened: |
The internal retaining bolt nut was the wrong size, and could not
be tightened enough to keep the knob in place (replaced under warranty) |
| What's planned: |
Nothing |
Fuel flow meter
Standard Horizon FF41 (Navman F41)
|
Status: |
OK |
| In a nutshell: |
A useful tool for evaluating performance, and for helping to spot problems
early. However, setup and firmware revisions are critical.
|
| Other products tried: |
None |
| What's happened: |
The FF41 had been erratic from the start...
More >>> |
| What's planned: |
Nothing |