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Old 09-06-2010, 02:28 PM   #1

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Speedo topping out at 30, I was running with my borther in law the other day and we were doing at least 35-40, any suggestions?
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    Sounds like some crud is likely blocking the speedo intake line near the opening on the outdrive. Take a small piece of wire & clean out the opening but you may have to disconnect the line at the speedo end & blow it out with a small air compressor.
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    Old 09-06-2010, 06:40 PM   #3

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    I appreciate the info, I will give this a try later this afternoon
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