![](https://www.lakeontariounited.com/fishing-hunting/uploads/set_resources_2/84c1e40ea0e759e3f1505eb1788ddf3c_pattern.png)
![](https://www.lakeontariounited.com/fishing-hunting/uploads/set_resources_2/84c1e40ea0e759e3f1505eb1788ddf3c_default_photo.png)
LongLine
Professional-
Posts
3,888 -
Joined
-
Last visited
Content Type
Profiles
Forums
Events
Gallery
Store
Everything posted by LongLine
-
On my compression gauge there's a knurled ring up by the gauge to release pressure. If that's not fully engaged, (closed) readings will be very misleading. If still low, squirt a few drops of oil in the cylinder and test again. (If still low, I'd go to an auto parts store & see if I could rent a gauge for a couple hours) By hard to start, do you mean engine didn't want to turn over or do you mean it took a long time cranking to start? I.e did you have to lay on the starter for a long time? A couple years ago, when I was out in Big-O and engine stalled on me. Dumb me...I cranked & cranked.. After about 10 minutes of rest & panicked swearing, it started but died again. I hobbled back to launch on kicker. I was dumb cuz all that cranking really weakened my starter. Testing it and I had to replace it. Starter shouldn't take more than 3 or 4 seconds at most to get it going. Checked carbs & pump, recharged battery. Ran fine in driveway for about 5 minutes & I was happy. Took to launch, it started fine but when I put it in gear & backing out, it died and wouldn't start. After a lot of swearing, I asked for help in the forum on "Iboats.com. " (where I learned that there were a lot of 3 bangers still going strong.) Anyways, a suggestion was to check the automatic choke solenoid. Sure, as beans, the O-ring inside it was shot and the spring was fouled. This solenoid allows a lot of fuel into the engine, and it was flooding out. (E-10 gas *!**!!) Runs like a top now. Make sure you TEST, TEST, TEST & retest components before replacing them. Parts can get very expensive!
-
DOUBLE CHECK that compression!!!!! That's very very low! Older 3 bangers should be around 90 psi. Any engine below 70 is going to run like sh[t. You sure your gauge is working properly? Hopefully the gauge you're using is a "screw-in" not a hand-held one. A bad coil can take out/deteriorate the power pack. That's why I replaced all 3 coils. Coils can be expensive, but I bought mine from "Marineengine.com". I'd suggest you buy a cheap multimeter (ohm meter) and test all 3 coils and the power pack before you put any more money into it. Again, Harbour Freight has them cheap (No I don't work for HF....some of their stuff is worthless but their multimeter is more than enough for what you need) You can google the specs and test procedures for your engine. Those 3 bangers are almost indestructible and there's a lot of info and videos out there. As for hard to "turn over". pull all the plugs out and wrap a rope around the flywheel. PULL! (As you didn't hear any noises, it could be that you just wore your battery down trying to start it)
-
You can buy an inline spark tester at Harbor Freight for like $5 and test in your driveway. (disconnect all plugs so it doesn't start) Tester should illuminate the same for all 3 plugs. I had a similar condition on my "3 banger" (Less the VRO) a few years ago. i.e top plug very wet after idling. I found that I had a weak coil. I replaced all 3 coils and performance improved dramatically.
-
-
City Of Rochester Marine Boat Launch
LongLine replied to REEL EXCITED's topic in Open Lake Discussion
-
City Of Rochester Marine Boat Launch
LongLine replied to REEL EXCITED's topic in Open Lake Discussion
-
On your riggers, what type of fishing line, pound test and type of release do you use for salmon on Lake Ontario? (I've use Pline, 15Lb with Black's releases)
-
-
Fuel system condition on 1985 Sea Nymph 195 restoration
LongLine replied to lrg355's topic in This Old Boat
-
Fuel system condition on 1985 Sea Nymph 195 restoration
LongLine replied to lrg355's topic in This Old Boat
-
Fuel system condition on 1985 Sea Nymph 195 restoration
LongLine replied to lrg355's topic in This Old Boat
-
Fuel system condition on 1985 Sea Nymph 195 restoration
LongLine replied to lrg355's topic in This Old Boat
Never heard of any "paper" used in a tank. Suspect more than likely a chemical residue/sludge that's hardened up over time. Ethanol gas will definitely do exactly that to old rubber hoses. I had a gas line leak under my floor boards years ago when that happened to fuel line. I replaced everything with ethanol resistant rubber & rerouted line above floor boards. Also, if you have an older engine, check all of its fuel lines and o-rings. (especially any "automatic choke solenoids.") -
Make sure the wire is not traveling up to the edge of the pulley and riding between the edge of the pulley and its housing. When you let wire out on a rigger with coated cable, the rigger should be pointed towards the rear of the boat....NOT at an angle to the boat. This will keep the wire centered in the bottom of the pulley. Invest in a good swivel base if you want to run probe rigger at an angle to the boat.
-
I'd replace the end pulley and it;s axle. It may not be free spinning or have a groove in it. (Pulley may be hanging up at some part of rotation when under load.)
-
This could be last Stripers season on the Hudson River
LongLine replied to Kaz's topic in Open Lake Discussion
Tritium 1/2 life about 12.5 years. Low Beta emitter. (combines with oxygen to form water, Beta travels about a foot in air) Here's what EPA says about the tritium. Radionuclide Basics: Tritium | US EPA -
Recent NYSERDA feasibility study said not worth it. https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/great-lakes-wind-feasibility-study "Based on the totality of this analysis, this concludes that Great Lakes Wind currently does not offer a unique, critical, or cost-effective contribution toward the achievement of New York State’s Climate Act goals beyond what existing, more cost-competitive programs are currently expected to deliver." "This conclusion is based on a fulsome analysis of the resource development costs, ratepayer impacts, expected State benefits, transmission and interconnection limitations, infrastructure and supply chain constraints, visual impacts, and potential environmental impacts of Great Lakes Wind, as discussed below and throughout the Feasibility Study."
-
The general rules for marine sanctuaries forbid disturbing the sea bottom so I take that to mean windmills are out. Thunder Bay is a marine sanctuary & FAQ says sport fishing in the water column is ok. It further talks about "charter boats" as those boats that take divers out to explore the wrecks not the charter boats trying to catch fish on rod & reel. https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/protect/regulations/ "While each sanctuary has its own unique set of regulations, there are some regulatory prohibitions that are typical for many sanctuaries: Discharging material or other matter into the sanctuary; Disturbance of, construction on or alteration of the seabed; Disturbance of cultural resources; and Exploring for, developing or producing oil, gas or minerals (with a grandfather clause for preexisting operations). In addition, some sanctuaries prohibit other activities, such as the disturbance of marine mammals, seabirds and sea turtles, operation of aircraft in certain zones, use of personal watercraft, mineral mining and anchoring of vessels. " https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/Water-Resources/shipwrecks/frequently-asked-questions "3. How does the presence of a preserve affect the use of the water column above the bottomlands? Preserve status does not curtail other lake use activities, including sport fishing, boating, swimming, and commercial shipping. In many preserves, wrecks are buoyed during the diving season and care must be taken to avoid colliding with them. Of course, the presence of fish nets in a preserve can present a definite hazard to fragile shipwrecks and to divers and the placement of nets near known wreck sites is discouraged." https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/Water-Resources/shipwrecks/frequently-asked-questions "10. What responsibilities do divers and charter boat operators have? The members of these two groups have the greatest effect on shipwrecks. Divers on the wrecks must resist the temptation to pick up artifacts and move them around the site. Handling artifacts may not only lead to breakage, but simply moving the artifacts from where they were originally used or came to rest compromises the ability of an archaeologist or historian to accurately interpret the wreck and the wreck incident. In addition to offering a safe diving experience, charter boat operators must insure that divers from their boats do not remove artifacts from the wrecks illegally. Charter boat operators must moor or anchor their boats in a way that does not damage the wreck or disturb the debris field. They must also share the wreck with other dive groups. Inappropriate or careless mooring can easily damage and will ultimately destroy a fragile wreck."
-
Chinook Salmon Stocking Targets Increased for 2023
LongLine replied to mudflat's topic in Open Lake Discussion
-
Just seeing this sad news. Sorry for your loss.
-
Brian - article says smelt short lived. How's their life span compared to the alewife?