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I have a 2000 18' Parker with a 115 hp Yamaha on it. The steering has gotten really loose. Almost to the point where it's not responsive. I had the fluid filled up this past Spring. Could the fluid have already gotten low again? Also, is there a way to tighten the steering by adjusting the...

I took my Dad out on my boat recently and he seemed to think I was having to over steer the boat to keep it straight. He pointed out to me on the base of the steering wheel where some type of fluid is put in and I assume it's similar to power steering fluid. He said if I got a mechanic to put...

Dale, I tried your starting sequence last night when I got home from work and I still had to really crank on her to get her started. Once started, I cut it off and restarted it several times and it worked just fine. When I push the key in, I hear a clicking noise that happens immediately (i.e...

The engine is a 2000 model Yamaha 2 Stroke 115 HP. It does look like there is a choke knob on the front of the engine (towards the transom) but I have never used that to start the engine. I will definitely try Dale's starting sequence and see how it works. I will also listen carefully when...

I just recently had my carbs rebuilt (I have a 2 stroke 115 Yamaha) and the engine runs great now while idiling or at low speeds. However, I have a terrible time getting the engine started now. I feel like I have to crank, crank & crank some more to get it started. I prime the buld until its...

jpg1969, How exactly do you fix the clogged filter in the VST tank? Just curious b/c I am having similar problems.

Can anyone give me a little guidance on how to spray the sea foam in my carbs? I've located the carbs in the engine but not exactly sure how/where to spray the sea foam in the carb. I'm by no means a mechanic and I don't want to just start taking apart the carb seeing how I don't know what...

Dale, I appreciate your help greatly. I think you are right about it not being the spun prop. The engine has the acceleration problem every so often, not every time I accelerate. I have never cleaned the carbs and just bought the boat used. It may have sat around for a while without being...

I have a 115 HP Yahama 2 stroke on the back of my 18' Parker. Every now and then when I accelerate all the way, the engine sounds like it is bogging down and not running at full speed to the point where the boat will not come up on plane. I just remembered that the day this started happening I...

Do you guys put regular or premium gas in your boats?? I've always put premium in mine as that is what my Dad always did. Since the gas prices are ridiculous these days, I was wondering how it would impact my engine if I switched to regular. Any help would be great!!!

I am a proud new owner of a 18' CC Parker. My boat has a leaning post with a circular live well behind it. Unfortunately, the top was missing from the live well when I purchased the boat. I have asked a local marina about a replacement lid and they told me Parker no longer uses that type of...