Rob

Thanks Simon but mine is the 4 cylinder 4 carb version, pre EFI so I am not sure there is a diagnostic port - if you think differently then that would be great !! Duncan, Thanks for the advice - I think I will check the cables, as you said it's an easy on the drive test. Maybe a stripped down kit \ weight test drive with a lightweight driver is in order! PJ - when are you back up and running????? Thanks again Rob

Cheers Dave - I have used the calculator and found a really good Yamaha document which shows various Yam engines on a huge array of boats, giving top speed, revs, and prop size. All in all, it looks like the prop is correct so I am thinking that maybe it is a simple as the cables have streched and need adjustment - I have not touched them in 2 years! And when running at 5100 my throttle is as far forward as it will go so maybe I will look at that before spending

Thumbs up Martin, you wife must be getting sick of the sight of you!!!

Dave - yes my prop is that small! 13" props are found on the High Thrust version of my motor. I think a 12" will fit though. Duncan - thanks for the info - I think I will try and smaller pitch. I can get a 10 7/8" x 11 or 12" x 10.5 - would there be much of a difference between these two? Thanks again for the advice. Yes Trev you have hijacked my thread but a I am fighting back!!! Rob

Hey chaps, For those who dont know I have a 15.5ft open light weight (300kg hull) with a 50hp 4 stroke Yamaha circa 2003\2004. I am having problems hitting my max revs \ power. The Yam is supposed to run at 5500 for max power (50hp@5500rpm), but I can only get it to run at 5000rpm, occasionally 5100rpm (Load = me with 35 litres of fuel, few fishing bits, 15kgs of anchors). This will get me to 28knots and that is fast enough for me!! But am I missing out on running at the max power point of 5500rpm? Am I missing out on potential fuel consumption? When running fast I do find if I play with the trim I hear the exhaust \ prop coimg out the water, feels like the prop is loosing grip, not sure if this is correct? I do run a pair of 40lb smar tabs and have set them to a low setting, should I go lower on the smart tabs? I can rev the engine out of gear to 6000rpm no probs (6000 is max revs). Can anyone help? Do I need a slightly smaller or bigger pitched prop? Current prop = 10 1/2" x 13" pitch Thanks Rob

Nice one Paul, ya beat me to it - just!!!

If the engines are OK and this is preventative maintenance then freshwater with flush muffs will be ok. If you have gunked up pathways which is not corrosion but is salt then salt-X is the answer - please see a post I did on this product a couple of years ago: http://www.pbsbac.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=6812 Hope this helps. Rob

Derek, Speak to Ski Marine in Charminster. They stock the Hustler Prop system - you buy the core for your engine and then every prop in the range fits. More expensive at first (not by much) but then to replace the outer (bit with blades attached) in only

Jim, This is about a Predator 165!!!!!!!!

31st would be good for me but could just do the 17th is possible-ish! Rob

Nor the gaffing of a small shark!! Idiot!

Happy Birthday Mike. Rob

Happy Birthday Dan. Remember ABC - Accelerator, Brake, Clutch (But not in that order, never understood why my instructor used that saying!!!) R

Charlie, Jimbo won't be able to get discount as he has not seen the light and joined the club by the look of his status! Go on - you know you want to!!!!

Enjoy Dean, Have a good one. Rob

Happy Birthday Mark.

Charlie A's Navman does that and it is friking annoying!!!

Welcome Colin & Bobi, You have come to the right place to meet like minded people. Any questions asked will no doubt come back with several answers and points of view. Rob

I threw an ugly stick overboard once, wasn't mine though!!!! Damn line got caught round the tip ring and the flick I was doing turned in to a flop, with the weight snatching the ro dout of my hands! One day I will return to Dartmouth and catch it back!!! Rob

I will be out but just blowing away cobwebs and burning up some fuel!!! No rods onboard at all Rob

Those who have not used their boats in a while.....(and dont winteise as still use them) Just a reminder - I have just done the following: Checked the oil fillercap for condensation Checked oil level Run the O\B up for 30 mins and get it nice and warm Connected to solar panel to the battery to ensure it is topped up Moved steering to ensure not ceased Spin the wheels of the trailer - moves the grease around and prevent flat spots on tyres Check Tyre pressues (inc. spare and jockey) Check Gearbox oil level Ensure fuel breather closed so not to allow damp to get in Empty any bilge water No doubt there are things I have not listed - if this jogs your memory please add a post to the bottom of this list. Rob

Great!

You could always prep and freeze some!!

I saw it in use on a laptop on HMS Southampton - mind you they don't broadcast a signal!!! Only useful if the vessel you are interested in has it's details filled out and up to date. Rob

I have that key and it works just dandy thanks!!! \\\\|||||\\\\\||||||