Misty IV
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I took the side cover off and everything looks fine. I did a continuity check of the switch, and I'm getting continuity at the top and bottom terminals when the switch is in the respective location. Am I looking at a circuit board now? They are the Mag10HS. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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Thanks for the tips, going to take it apart later this eve. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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This morning, all was fine with my Cannon Mag-10 downriggers, as it's been all week. For some reason suddenly, my one unit now will not send the ball down with the motor, the motor isn't engaging. I can free-spool it down and the rigger will lift the weight back up fine, it just won't lower it. If, while the weight is being retrieved and I hit the button down to stop the retrieve, the motor will stop. It seems the switch is working, but the "down" function isn't. Any tips on where I can look before taking it to a repair facility? Thanks! Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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I picked up a pair of new Great Lakes Planers vertical rod holders with the intent of incorporating them into my setup on the boat. My ideas changed and I went another route. I'm selling both of these rod holders and will gladly ship, if needed. Asking $75 for the pair.
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No, boat is on the trailer. Good point, though!! Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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Manual Downrigger Weight Capacity
Misty IV replied to overthelimit's topic in Questions About Trout & Salmon Trolling?
I ran 12lb balls on my manuals and didn't have any issues. I had the Cannon Uni-Trolls and would extend the booms most of the time, but always would watch the tip for excessive bounce, especially in rough seas. As for cable length, I had 200' of cable on each spool which worked fine...most of the time. When I upgraded to my electric Cannons, one of the first things I did was swap to 400' of cable on each spool. In years past, I've had the balls down to almost the 200' mark, but taking into consideration the blowback, I'd have needed more than the 200' to reach 200'. The 400' cables are relatively inexpensive, too. -
Cannon vs Big Jon
Misty IV replied to ben schroo's topic in Questions About Trout & Salmon Trolling?
I can't comment on the Mag-5s, but I love my Mag-10s. Only difference is the 10s have the extendable booms. I've always used Cannons, but been on boats with Scotty's and Big Jon's. They all seem to do the job fine. I, like you, had the manuals, and just plain got tired of cranking them up, especially when the ball was 100+ feet down. The electrics make your fishing time so much more enjoyable. Good luck in your decision! -
That's what I was afraid of. I took pictures of the old one still on the engine to try and match up, but the composite and steel cover pumps look identical in pictures I've seen, which makes me wonder what is it about the different covers that dictates a different pump. Thanks for the reply, pap!
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I ran a 6hp Johnson 2-stroke on my old 18' Starcraft center console and it worked great. Had the EZ-Steer system attached and steered from the console.
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The boat is currently down due to a bad starter. While I was taking the old starter off last week to bring home, I noticed the water circulating pump on the front of the engine was leaking. So, when I go up next weekend to install the new starter, I plan on doing the circulating pump, also. Problem is, they list (2) different pumps depending if the engine has a composite or stamped steel timing cover. I don't know which it has and won't until I see it for myself. Is there a breakdown list of which years used the composite and which used the steel? Engine is a MerCruiser 4.3L, 2bbl with the Thunderbolt ignition and rated 190hp. The original engine was a 2000 model year, however, the previous owner "forgot" to winterize the engine prior to the 2004-05 winter and the block cracked. It received a replacement engine from Jasper in 2005 and I bought the boat a few months later. Any help is appreciated!
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The Johnson 9.9 with the white prop is which outboard in the info section? You have (2) Johnsons pictured, but only (1) is the info section. Interested in the white prop model Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app -
The talk of running the transmission lines underwater started back in 2012, I believe, when it became public knowledge there was "hush-hush" talk about putting a wind farm in Lake Ontario. Think about that transmission line's path (get a map of the lake, if it helps) to Nine Mile. See where the line would be in relation to the rivers? Because of the electromagnetic force sent out by the transmission lines, it would be basically repelling the fish away, rendering the fishing industry non-existent in the eastern basin of the lake. A friend of the family who lives in Oswego has been following this all very closely since the wind farm proposal first appeared and he's been keeping me in the loop, filling me in on what I didn't find out on my own. He is very "in" with local and county representatives and often has information before it hits the newspapers. He is following this section of the forum, as well. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app -
I ended up going with the Rotella T 15W-40. I was able to get the 5qt jug and a new Purolator oil filter for $18. I did happen to see the 25W-40 MerCruiser oil at another marine store at $42 for a jug. I think I'll be just fine with the Rotella. Thanks to everyone for the help and advice. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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Wow, lots of great info. My warranty is long gone. Jasper gave a year and the engine was replaced in 2005. It currently has just shy of 300hrs on it and I've always used the MerCruiser 25W-40. I typically change oil and filter in the fall. Oil pressure has always been fantastic, even at idle and trolling for hours at 650rpm. I don't know what type of camshaft is in the engine or what was standard 10 years ago. If I use the diesel oil, will I be hurting anything if the extra zinc isn't needed for the cam? Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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You're right. Their oil comes from a name brand refinery. I had just never heard of Sierra other than as a replacement part company, so got a little leery with an oil I know nothing about. I run Pennzoil in my car and truck and Purolator filters. Purolator also on the boat. Guess I'll give the Sierra a try. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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I just went to the Mercury Marine website and the only 25W-40 oil they show is a synthetic blend for outboard 4-strokes, nothing for an inboard or stern drive. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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West Marine is where I've always gotten the Mercury/MerCruiser oil before, but my store doesn't have it anymore, only the Sierra 25W-40. I've heard the horror stories about Fram, as well, and I steer clear of them. I run Purolator in my car and truck, too. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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I don't want to start an oil debate here, just asking for options. My 2000 4.3L MerCruiser (replaced in 2005 with a rebuilt Jasper long block due to previous owner not winterizing properly) "requires" the 25W-40 oil from Quicksilver. I can no longer get it at my marine store and need options. I found a 25W-40 from Sierra Marine, but I know nothing about their oils. I'm familiar with their line of marine parts. Can I safely get away with a 15W-40 from a well known oil company, like Pennzoil, Rotella, Valvoline, etc.? Is there anything special about the marine 4.3 engines that requires a special oil? I've been using Purolator oil filters on the boat since I bought it in 2005 and haven't had any issues there. Input? Thanks!! Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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From onshore in Port Ontario, the winds are howling out of the west with 2-3 footers crashing on the shoreline. I hope things calm down overnight. Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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I paid $2800 for my 221 Islander a few years ago. Top, side and front windows, rear drop curtain Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app -
mexico bay/ninemile
Misty IV replied to freespirit1's topic in New York Fishing Reports - Lake Ontario (South Shore)
Thanks, Rich! Sent from my XT1060 using Lake Ontario United mobile app -
bug relief
Misty IV replied to john1947's topic in New York Fishing Reports - Lake Ontario (South Shore)
I've had decent success laying out a few scented dryer sheets in the helm area. Guess the scent repels the flies and little pesky bugs. Only drawback is when you walk out into the back of the boat, you're met by the flying critters, but they're non-existent when I walk back into the helm area. I've been using this tactic for a few years now and never fails.