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Forum: Engines & props 11 October 2023, 10:27
Replies: 25
Views: 1,642
Posted By billows
I run my Mariner 6hp dry and the bowl still...

I run my Mariner 6hp dry and the bowl still contains a few cc's of fuel which I have now started to drain. I put Startron in the fuel also. Garages in Ireland sell E10 fuel only.
There is a black...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 August 2023, 11:39
Replies: 39
Views: 2,061
Posted By billows
Takes the mystery on how a carb works ...

Takes the mystery on how a carb works
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-kJES0FCIE
Forum: Engines & props 04 June 2023, 10:19
Replies: 2
Views: 414
Posted By billows
E10 fuel

E10 fuel only will be available in Ireland from this month
Anyone experience extra problems as I understand it has been in UK for quite a bit
Forum: Engines & props 14 January 2023, 21:12
Replies: 4
Views: 680
Posted By billows
Mercury 7.5e 25kg 750w (about 1hp) Am I...

Mercury 7.5e 25kg 750w (about 1hp)

Am I missing something?
Forum: Engines & props 16 August 2022, 08:48
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By billows
I saw on the service manual that the minimum...

I saw on the service manual that the minimum compression should be above 35psi with decompression system in place. Out of interest, I tested it, and it read 25psi and 35psi with a few drops of engine...
Forum: Engines & props 07 August 2022, 07:36
Replies: 8
Views: 844
Posted By billows
The first thing I was warned about when buying an...

The first thing I was warned about when buying an outboard was never under any circumstances to get the leg higher than power head
Forum: Engines & props 04 August 2022, 11:16
Replies: 5
Views: 751
Posted By billows
I pump the boat using Itwit electric pump, so...

I pump the boat using Itwit electric pump, so pressure should be near enough.
I tried the first two trim holes, so will try the third. There is no packing.
I guess the wear is just normal abbrasion
Forum: Engines & props 03 August 2022, 09:09
Replies: 5
Views: 751
Posted By billows
Prop wear

My 6hp Mariner on honwave 3.5 on occasion suddenly revs up and loses drive, often when punching into a tide. Engine seems to run fine in a tank. It is probably ventilation, I suppose
I have noticed...
Forum: Engines & props 24 June 2022, 19:57
Replies: 1
Views: 1,883
Posted By billows
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=351gnO3R0Xs&ab_cha...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=351gnO3R0Xs&ab_channel=DangarMarine
This might be helpful
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 30 April 2022, 19:36
Replies: 14
Views: 1,699
Posted By billows
I wonder would those alu ribs corrode like...

I wonder would those alu ribs corrode like aircraft do?
Forum: Engines & props 30 January 2022, 19:00
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By billows
Compression testimg small outboards

As a matter of interest, I bought a cheap compression tester.
The Johnson 3.5hp 2st has 60psi but still starts reliably
The 6hp Mariner 4st starts albeit reluctantly when cold and runs fine
Now I...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 03 January 2022, 16:07
Replies: 11
Views: 1,386
Posted By billows
I have a Honwave 3.5 alu deck with a 6hp Mariner....

I have a Honwave 3.5 alu deck with a 6hp Mariner. The engine is heavy but easily carried. It just about planes at 11 knots with me on board but am reduced to chugging about with two up. If you are...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 November 2021, 09:30
Replies: 13
Views: 1,592
Posted By billows
Make sure the bottom holes will clear the floor...

Make sure the bottom holes will clear the floor positioning rail on the inside when positioning the bracket
Drill one hole and install bolt
Attack leg and check vertical and tighten bolt
Drill...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 October 2021, 12:14
Replies: 39
Views: 4,045
Posted By billows
With transom wheels you will be lifting roughly...

With transom wheels you will be lifting roughly half the boat weight assuming the boat is uniform, which of course it isn't. With two, one can lift the bow and the other push from the rear.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 June 2021, 18:32
Replies: 7
Views: 971
Posted By billows
I find kneeling on a cushion and sitting back on...

I find kneeling on a cushion and sitting back on my haunches with a tiller extension is easier on my bad back
More secure and I believe recommended by the RNLI
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 June 2021, 09:33
Replies: 53
Views: 2,816
Posted By billows
Good advice , don't ask me how I know. Lucky it...

Good advice , don't ask me how I know. Lucky it was only a 6hp
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 17 June 2021, 16:23
Replies: 17
Views: 921
Posted By billows
This from the manual 137777

This from the manual
137777
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 17 June 2021, 15:56
Replies: 255
Views: 20,175
Posted By billows
My 6hp Mariner needs to be forward gear in order...

My 6hp Mariner needs to be forward gear in order to tilt it up.
It won't tilt in neutral or reverse gear. This is per manual as it specifies choosing forward gear before tilting. It always struck...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 14 June 2021, 19:54
Replies: 17
Views: 921
Posted By billows
There are also four stringers of a triangular...

There are also four stringers of a triangular section which fit against the tubes and support the floors
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 14 June 2021, 19:47
Replies: 255
Views: 20,175
Posted By billows
Maybe the bolt on which the engine pivots needs...

Maybe the bolt on which the engine pivots needs to be loosened slightly
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 01 June 2021, 20:58
Replies: 8
Views: 1,714
Posted By billows
Lidl arc welder :lol:

Lidl arc welder :lol:
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 May 2021, 15:53
Replies: 14
Views: 1,377
Posted By billows
Speaking of Honwave quality issues the inflatable...

Speaking of Honwave quality issues the inflatable keel seems to have cracked the forward wooden floor piece on my two year old Honwave 3.5AE
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 May 2021, 21:29
Replies: 34
Views: 4,412
Posted By billows
Mercury 3 5 hp to 5 0 hp upgrade Kit ...

Mercury 3 5 hp to 5 0 hp upgrade Kit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4s2f8bHbKA&ab_channel=FishOnAdventures
Why not a 6hp to 10hp replacement kit
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 03 May 2021, 21:10
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By billows
Probably a Redstart a smaller version of the...

Probably a Redstart a smaller version of the Redcrest
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 March 2021, 11:25
Replies: 13
Views: 842
Posted By billows
How difficult is it to slide the sib on and off a...

How difficult is it to slide the sib on and off a bunked trailer compared to rollers?
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