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THE
JET
SET
Recent circumstances got me on the hunt for a 9.9 horsepower outboard motor for my twelve foot jon boat. Because
the boat is small I was concerned that a 4-stroke 9.9 would
be too heavy so I set out to find a 2-stroke.
The second hand economy is very strong these days.
There is a plethora of free classified sites online - KIJIJI,
Craigslist, Letgo, and Varage Sale to name a few. When
using an online tool to search for a motor, it is worth considering all the ways someone might advertise one. For
example, people commonly refer to their engines by the
brand name. They might say "6 HP Mercury" so a search
for outboard or engine would not find this listing. Searching for a few different terms might just reveal an advertisement that few others have seen. There are often many
deals to be had, but be wary of some of the now defunct
brands as parts may be difficult to find. If you are looking
for an older motor it may be best to stick with the best
known manufacturers.
Recently I saw a 1974 Johnson 9.9 hp short shaft outboard
listed for a good price. For its age it looked really nice so I
made arrangements to see it and made the purchase. I liked
how the colour scheme of this vintage of motor matches
my boat's green exterior. If the seller isn't prepared to run
the motor for you, at a minimum you should pull it over to
make sure it has good compression. If you can take the cover
off, try moving the flywheel from side to side (there should
be no movement) and also up and down (there should be a
slight amount of endplay). If it passes these tests then most
likely it can be made to run without too much trouble.
Although it was easy to get my motor running, it is good
practice to do some preventative maintenance. My motor
is 43 years old, so anything that has come in contact with
gasoline for all that time is likely to fail: fuel lines, fuel
pump, and carburetor. Don't forget new spark plugs, an
impeller, and oil for the lower end as well. If your motor
has ignition points they should be checked and adjusted
or replaced. All the parts I needed were in stock at a local
marine store and cost $115 including tax. It only took a
few hours to tune the motor up. Now it's ready for years
of reliable service, for a fraction of the cost of a new one.
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Bradley Schmidt
National Power and Sail Squadron
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Canadian Yachting June 2017
Vantage Point: A “Flare” for Safety
Club Profile: Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club
Pacific Northwest Classic: Southern Straits Race - For the last 49 years, the West Vancouver Yacht Club has proudly hosted the Annual Southern Straits Race. Known for offering challenging conditions, this Pacific Northwest classic is a proud qualifying event for both the VanIsle 360 and Vic-Maui Yacht Race. This year, Canadian Yachting magazine’s Bob Nicoll sailed on one of the 82 boats that competed. By Bob Nicoll
Canadian Boatbuilder Profile: Modernizing Tradition at Rossiter Boats - The history of Rossiter Boats is one that combines passion, fostering of tradition, and an eye towards the future. It all started 40 years ago with 19-year-old George Rossiter repairing the wooden canoe of a fellow cottager on Go Home Bay. Now Rossiter is perhaps Canada’s fastest-growing boatbuilder. By Kate Fincham
Cruising Technology: Staying Connected - Your summer cruise may be a vacation, but a pretty sizeable percentage of boat owners do want to keep in contact, whether for business or family reasons. In the not too distant past it was a big deal to clear your responsibilities and be able to take off for even a few weeks. However, connectivity for the average boater is improving and within the financial reach of most. By Glen Cairns
The Port Hole
Sail Review: Jeanneau 51 Yacht
Power Review: Leader 33
Trailering Part 3: Trailer Maintenance - Towing the Trailer, and Launching and Retrieving the Boat. The third and final article in our three-part series of important and useful information to help our readers travel with their boats on vacations, fishing trips or to regattas. Go safely this summer! By John Gullick
Crossing the Line: Boat or Reality – Take this simple test
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Canadian Yachting June 2017 - Pacific Northwest Classic: Southern Straits Race - For the last 49 years, the West Vancouver Yacht Club has proudly hosted the Annual Southern Straits Race. Known for offering challenging conditions, this Pacific Northwest classic is a proud qualifying event for both the VanIsle 360 and Vic-Maui Yacht Race. This year, Canadian Yachting magazine’s Bob Nicoll sailed on one of the 82 boats that competed. By Bob Nicoll
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Canadian Yachting June 2017 - Canadian Boatbuilder Profile: Modernizing Tradition at Rossiter Boats - The history of Rossiter Boats is one that combines passion, fostering of tradition, and an eye towards the future. It all started 40 years ago with 19-year-old George Rossiter repairing the wooden canoe of a fellow cottager on Go Home Bay. Now Rossiter is perhaps Canada’s fastest-growing boatbuilder. By Kate Fincham
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Canadian Yachting June 2017 - Cruising Technology: Staying Connected - Your summer cruise may be a vacation, but a pretty sizeable percentage of boat owners do want to keep in contact, whether for business or family reasons. In the not too distant past it was a big deal to clear your responsibilities and be able to take off for even a few weeks. However, connectivity for the average boater is improving and within the financial reach of most. By Glen Cairns
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Canadian Yachting June 2017 - Sail Review: Jeanneau 51 Yacht
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Canadian Yachting June 2017 - Trailering Part 3: Trailer Maintenance - Towing the Trailer, and Launching and Retrieving the Boat. The third and final article in our three-part series of important and useful information to help our readers travel with their boats on vacations, fishing trips or to regattas. Go safely this summer! By John Gullick
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Canadian Yachting June 2017 - Crossing the Line: Boat or Reality – Take this simple test
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