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  1. Larry Williams

    New member here, wanted to say Hi

    Welcome to the group! You can get lots of good information and help here...
  2. Larry Williams

    New to me 1996 nitro 170 Rick clunn edition

    Welcome Jody! Good to hear of these older models still in use! Any issues with it that you know about yet?
  3. Larry Williams

    Dead battery

    TNMarty, did you find a resolution to the battery issue?
  4. Larry Williams

    Howdy from Grover NC

    Enjoy the new rig!
  5. Larry Williams

    Hey there, what's everyone doing these days?

    It's super hot down here in the bayou country! 78 degree early mornings and bumping 100 in the mid afternoon. With the 80-90% humidity it's pretty uncomfortable....
  6. Larry Williams

    Trailer Bearing Recall

    I'll catch flak for this but-- if it were me, I would just take a few minutes, outside or in the garage, and inspect the hub nut tightness and grease- adjusting if necessary. According to the letter, should be an easy inspection and fix for a do-it-yourselfer.
  7. Larry Williams

    New Tracker 175Txw

    Welcome! Enjoy the new boat..
  8. Larry Williams

    Transducer placement on a 1997 nitro 700lx

    Unless you need to use this will running at plaining speeds, you will do well to place the transducer off that third step. Here it will stay clear of any obstructions (damage). That second level will only give you a slight advantage when underway with the big motor. Those transducers/cables...
  9. Larry Williams

    Transducer placement on a 1997 nitro 700lx

    Remember not to place it far enough out that it will interfer with your tie down straps..
  10. Larry Williams

    Transducer placement on a 1997 nitro 700lx

    I'm thinking that you will not have enough clearance between the engine lower unit and the transducer (transducer will set back off the step some) in the center- I see a line off center on the starboard side (right) that will place the transducer away from the lower unit while operating the...
  11. Larry Williams

    Transducer placement on a 1997 nitro 700lx

    I can't put anything off the bottom of the hull- it would get ripped off. I use the second step with no problem but you won't have a reading as you introduce air at the second step, under the transducer, coming up to speed.
  12. Larry Williams

    Dead battery

    Yeah, not likely that the disconnect is faulty but it's wise to check the simple stuff first. Good luck with that issue. Just keep in mind that Mercury seems to have an issue with alternators. Mechanics here have said that is the only issue they encounter regulary with the late model four...
  13. Larry Williams

    Dead battery

    If the alternator is faulty, it will likey produce some heat that you can detect when the engine is completely cold.
  14. Larry Williams

    Dead battery

    the alternator has an electronic circuit that will discharge the battery if faulty. Alternator will still produce a charge to the battery when the engine is running but consumes battery power any time enging is not running even with power off. If you are using a engine battery disconnect...
  15. Larry Williams

    Dead battery

    It is very likely that your alternator is bad. I've had this happen to me twice and it's a know issue. (one of the few and the only problems i've ever had) The Alternator will discharge the battery with the key and power off. YOu mentioned turning off a battery circute. If you are fully...
  16. Larry Williams

    Top floating lures

    Try one of the Pompadours! I'll bet they will love it.
  17. Larry Williams

    2012 nitro z7 jack plate and prop

    Yeah, I'm sorry that may have happended to you. It's possible that the previous owner may not have even realized the problem. There are plenty of folks boating that are not interested in speed. If you start out with that issue it might never be suspect. After reading a little more about it...
  18. Larry Williams

    2012 nitro z7 jack plate and prop

    There are 2012 year models that have the hull "hook" deformation. The hull may not be flat (hooked) causing extra drag at speed. You will need a credible fiberglass repair shop to evaluate the issue and how sever it is. It's not an easy or inexpensive fix if this is the problem. What you...
  19. Larry Williams

    Top floating lures

    My personal best bass came in 1993, on the original Zara Spook, black with bone stripes. It weighed in at 10.55. That's a memory that you don't forget. Caney Lake, south of Monroe, La., produced a large number of the record bass in Louisiana back in the early 90's. I was lucky enough to be...
  20. Larry Williams

    Top floating lures

    This Heddon bait, is a classic for sure!
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