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MisChief15

I did not consult with Lenco about the location [of the trim tabs]. The location was chosen mainly so that it doesn't interfere with trailer [bunks] on both sides.

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The propeller is the Yamaha Reliance SDS 14 1/4 x 17 (part number 68F-45972-20-00). When I brought my boat to the shop, I did mention [that I wanted the engine to be mounted in the two-holes-up position] but the technician said [mounting the engine at two-holes up] would be too high. With this outbo...

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Re the current engine and its boat speed: Using your stated performance with the present 115-HP engine as producing 38-MPH speed, I can infer the total hull weight was only 2,580-lbs (using 180 as the hull coefficient). Changing to 150-HP and adding maybe 120-lbs for the bigger engine gives 2,700-l...

MisChief15

Thank you very much Jim your you calculator and analysis.

MisChief15

Thanks Jim, A1. The gear ratio of the F150XCA engine is 2:1 A2. The recommended optimum engine speed range at full throttle for the F150XCA engine is 5500-6000 A3: My calculated estimate of total boat weight for normal operation: 3,100 lb to 3,450 lb Dryhull (1700) + Motor+Control + small kicker(485...

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Thanks Phil, I think I will ask the shop try the Yamaha Reliance 14-1/4 x 17 first and see how it goes.

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[Moved to PERFORMANCE for discussion. All topics asking for advice about propeller selection are in PERFORMANCE, not in THE GAM.--Moderator] After reading a lot of re-power topics on this site for the Outrage 17 II with lot of useful information from Jimh, Phil, and others, I decided to re-power my ...

MisChief15

FNO--thank you. I really do NOT want to drill holes in my [OUTRAGE 17 II] boat. I may use 1-inch [thick] KING StarBoard to mount the trim tabs. I may adhere the KING StarBoard using [3M5200 adhesive-sealant] to the transom, and mount the trim tabs [to the KING StarBoard in some undescribed manner]. ...

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I am trying to sell my Mischief, but there are no takers—yet. I think it's buyer market now.

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Q1: what size trim tab is "good" for an OUTRAGE 17 II? Q2: is a trim tab size of 9-inch x 9-inches "okay" for an OUTRAGE 17 II? Q3: is a trim tab size of 9-inch x 12-inch "okay" for an OUTRAGE 17 II? Any recommendation on trim tab size or any recommendation on trim tab ...

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At static trim, this can be overcome by adding weight in the bow to try to raise the stern, but this approach is only useful when the boat will not be underway. You would never intentionally add weight to the bow when the boat was being operated. Also the added weight will also reduce acceleration ...

MisChief15

Thank you very much Jim for explaining how the fuel in different system works. Yes strainer not "trainer." The "silencer" is the fuel-air inlet manifold. The only part I need now is the Yamaha in-line fuel filter part # 6C5-24251-01-00 Also on my boat, there is a fuel-water separ...

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Recently I bought a used 1998 Outrage 17 II powered by a 2005 Mercury 115 FOURSTROKE (with a Yamaha power head) said to have 260-hours run time. On my first use of the boat, the engine ran roughly and seemed to lose power. SUMMARY The poor engine running with a 2005 Mercury 115-HP FOURSTROKE was due...

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Wanted-to-buy: a previously-owned bow shelter from any OUTRAGE 17, OUTRAGE 18, or OUTRAGE 19, or from any similar model that could be adapted to an OUTRAGE 17 II hull.
CONTACT: hskbvn@gmail.com

MisChief15

So far, I like the " shorten the tongue beam". I am worried that it will add more tongue weight, but like Jim said, all the 3 axle weight need to be checked first.

MisChief15

Thanks Jim,
The trailer is constructed with most aluminum, but the tongue beam, and the winch post are steel.

The axle is mounted by 2 bolts on the outside of frame on each side, so i guess the axle can be moved but new holes for the bolts will be needed.

MisChief15

Thank you so much Jim and Palomino. Below are more illustrations intended to show readers the way the axle is attached to the frame and other information about the trailer. Fig 5. [Removed because it was a terrible illustration.] https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53766916574_38cda51a33_c.jpg Fig 6...

MisChief15

My recently purchased 1998 OUTRAGE 17 boat when on its trailer barely fits in my driveway, as can be seen in Figures 1 and 2 below. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53763008357_76d0d48331_c.jpg Fig. 1 I need to reduce the overall length of the boat and trailer. Q1: if I modified the trailer to ha...

MisChief15

Thank you very much Jim for your insight of engine series, i feel somewhat more confident about this outboard :)

MisChief15

I just bought a boat that is powered by a 2004 Mercury 115-HP four-stroke-power-cycle, electrically-operated fuel induction, saltwater-series engine with about 300-hours running time. I have never had a Mercury before. The seller has shown me receipts for service in the prior 12-months for oil [chan...

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For-sale: 1989 MISCHIEF 15 with red gel coat for $10,001 in the San Francisco Bay area of California. CONTACT: [ No direct means of contact provided. Posts to MARKETPLACE must provide a means of direct contact that does not rely on the website to act as an intermediary to the communication.] I will ...

MisChief15

Thank Phil, will take your advice and not to rush things.

[New topic moved to its own thread for discussion.]

MisChief15

Thank you very much Jim and Phil. I am getting a 1998 Outrage 17 II this Saturday. This 1998 OUTRAGE 17 II comes with Sunbrella Bimini with boot, a Sunbrella mooring cover, a Sunbrella console cover including cooler seat forward and seating area. I may add a forward shelter. I contacted the Wm. J. M...

MisChief15

Thank you so much Jim. Your explanation in the first paragraph in the Q4 answer (above) clears any concerns I had before.

I feel much better now looking for an OUTRAGE 18.

MisChief15

I am considering buying one of two boats: a 1984 [OUTRAGE] 18 or a 1998 OUTRAGE 17 II.

Q1: if everything were equal, which boat would you buy?

Q2: which boat will ride better in rough conditions?

[Moderator's note: separated from another topic on a completely different set of questions.]

MisChief15

I am concerned [about buying a particular OUTRAGE 18 because] I see some water in the fuel tank area. Q1: on an OUTRAGE 18 is appearance of water in the fuel tank area normal? Q2: how is the appearance of water in fuel tank areas dealt with? Q3; if water appears in the fuel tank area, how much water...

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[Please start a new thread in the PERFORMANCE forum to solicit advice on adding performance enhancing accessories to the boat. THE GAM forum is not for discussion of how to improve the performance of Boston Whaler boats. Also, please use the thread you have already started in REPAIRS and MODIFICATIO...

MisChief15

Capewhaler—thank you for the information. The aluminum fuel tank measures 36 x 17 x 7-inches = 4032 cubic-inches, which is about 17.5 gallons capacity, and thus about 106-lbs of gasoline. In the bow area two batteries totaling about 100-lbs are now there. An added trolling motor is about 50-lbs. An ...

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I have tried to [modify my MISCHIEF 15 to be suitable for angling for halibut in San Francisco Bay]. So far, I've: 1. fixed abrasion of the keel using the West System K-105 repair kit. (have not yet painted it red) 2. Changed engine oil, oil filter, and lower gear case lubricant on the Yamaha 60 HP ...

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: Fig. 5. An aluminum fuel tank.; IMG_5578.jpg (185.37 KiB) Viewed 11145 times

The fuel tank on my MISCHIEF is aluminum.

Q7: was an aluminum fuel tank an OEM option?

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Painting the aluminum fuel tank red would be nice.

MisChief15

Thank you so much Jim for your safety reminder.

Q6: does J-B Weld Steel Reinforced Epoxy work [for repair of] keel rash?

MisChief15

ANOTHER MODIFICATION TO BE DONE I need to transfer my Minn Kota Riptide bow mount trolling motor (24V, 80lb thrust) [and a very high capacity lithium battery pack once used in a TESLA automobile] from my kayak to the Mischief, and I will drill four holes to mount the quick-release plate. MAY DECIDE ...

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jimh—you have eyes that can see through the history of this boat. Spot-on assessments on the colors. I was surprised, but didn't question on the beautiful, glossy, red color on the hull— it looks like a Ferrari that one of my friend has. Q4: when people re-paint their boats, is that a good thing or ...

MisChief15

[The wearing-off of the gel coat] maybe due to beaching, or normal wear. See illustrations below.

: Fig. 2. Hull bottom showing numerous layers of different colors.; 2a.jpg (45.67 KiB) Viewed 11259 times

: Fig. 3. Keel rash at the bow.; keelRashBow.jpg (22.98 KiB) Viewed 11259 times

MisChief15

Thank you very much Butch, and Jim. Yes. I know the MISCHIEF is geared toward water sports, and it might be little small for the San Franciso Bay, but [I] intend to go out there only on calm days. Moreover, I've been in the bay with an AIRE Super Lynx Inflatable kayak, and with Hobie PA 14 around th...

MisChief15

ABOUT MY NEW BOAT Today I bought a MISCHIEF 15 with a Yamaha F60 engine. I am really happy about this boat--it's in beautiful shape. I am cleaning the boat now. The gel coat condition above the water line is very good and has a shine. The gel coat below the water line is starting to come off. The hu...

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