Faq And Reviews – About Trolling Motor Repair
James asks…
were can i get my minkota foot control trolling motor fixed close to zanesville ohio?
were can i get my minkota foot control trolling motor fixed close to zanesville ohio i had a friend give me this trolling motor an it dont wrok looking to get it repaired any help?
Staff – Customer Service answers:
Boat things
156 nicole drive
westerville, OH 43081
614-895-2628
NE of Columbus
Mark asks…
mercury trolling motor problem?
hi i just bought a mercury 45 thrust trolling motor.but it has a problem with it.this is what he wrote–It runs very quiet and smoothly when hooked up to a battery but will not shut off or change speed .
It has a 42 inch long shaft and comes with a folding mount – and it has a telescoping handle . anyone mite know what to look for are what mite need to be repaired are replaced?
Staff – Customer Service answers:
Your speed control is bad.Check out these PDF files.
Http://sites.mercurymarine.com/portal/page?_pageid=125,63228&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTAL
George asks…
How should I repay my brother for the damage to his outboard motor?
On a family trip this weekend, I wanted to be the cool uncle and I let my brother’s kid drive a small gheenu (modified motorized canoe) from the back of the boat even though I knew he was only allowed to operate it from the electric trolling motor on the front. Of course the gods of irony were watching, and water started coming in the front of the boat because the trolling motor was still down. When I leaned over to pull the motor out of the water, more water rushed in and the boat sank. The kid was fine, I gave him a life jacket immediately and saved most of what was in the boat. We only lost one fishing rod. However when we raised and bailed out the boat, the rear outboard engine (Yamaha, 6hp) wouldn’t start. Having my big brother’s respect is very important to me and I won’t feel right until I’ve done something to fix this. I do have some money, but I don’t know the proper way to do it. I think buying him a whole new engine would be tacky, but I want to give him money not only for the repair but for the devaluation of the engine. Also I’d like to get it fixed without having to bother him too much. Whats the most respectful way of getting this done and easing both our minds? Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated.
Staff – Customer Service answers:
It’s most important ot get the engine running again ASAP. A shop will charge you a couple hundred, or you can do most of it yourself. WD-40 sprayed everywhere is first. Drain water out of cylinders and fuel system, then “pickle” fill engine with oil. I use Marvel mystery oil. Pour it in carbs, and hand turn engine over. Put in spark plug holes. Use compressed air to blow water from under flywheel.
Most service manuals have a “sunk motor procedure. I’ve had them up and running the same afternoon, or at most the next day.
The thing you can’t do ids let them sit for a few days before addressing the water issues.
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