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rainbow slick?

by Pro V1 , Posted to Fishing Buddy on 10/02/2009 10:02 PM | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Pro V1

Joined: 12/28/2001
Location: ND
The last few times out on the water I've noticed a small rainbow slick in the water behind my boat.  At first I thought is was from excess gas that spills out when i fill my boat up but after to day I'm not so sure?  I thought it could possible be a cracked line but then a buddy mentioned it could be the lower unit seal?  Any of you experts out there have any ideas?

"Guns cause crime like fly's cause garbage"
Re: rainbow slick?
by Geothermal on 10/02/2009 10:28 PM | Reply #1 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Geothermal
Joined: 07/14/2009
Location: ND
Pro V1 Said:
 a buddy mentioned it could be the lower unit seal?  Any of you experts out there have any ideas?

I am no expert but I agree with your buddy.   The new, tough fishing line is also tough on seals.  Mine did the exact same thing, I noticed the film and went in to check it out. There was fireline around my prop and my seal was leaking.
Re: rainbow slick?
by Pro V1 on 10/02/2009 10:35 PM | Reply #2 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Pro V1
Joined: 12/28/2001
Location: ND
thanx geo.

"Guns cause crime like fly's cause garbage"
Re: rainbow slick?
by luveyes on 10/03/2009 00:20 AM | Reply #3 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
luveyes
Joined: 08/16/2004
Location: ND
Lower unit seal.  Same prob this summer for me.  About 300 bones and a pressure check you'll be as good as new.

YES, I am that foolish!
Re: rainbow slick?
by pigsticker on 10/03/2009 01:07 AM | Reply #4 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
pigsticker
Joined: 05/04/2005
Location: ND
If your having problems with your lower unit seal leaking then maybe you should lay off oily foods. haha  (sorry, couldn't resist!)


This is my BOOMSTICK!!!

Re: rainbow slick?
by waste'in time on 10/03/2009 06:18 AM | Reply #5 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
waste'in time
Joined: 03/10/2009
Location: nd

check your lower unit lube.  if it is milky change your seal and fluid right away.  if it is still full and clean could be dripping  fuel.  if it is the lower unit, do not use it until it is fixed as those babies are expensive to fix once damaged.
 
Re: rainbow slick?
by Allen on 10/03/2009 08:43 AM | Reply #6 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Allen
Joined: 01/09/2002
Location: ND
I was having the same problem this spring.  Some idiot didn't put on (or at least tighten) the oil cap off the old 4-stroke and she was throwing oil up into the engine cowling which eventually ended up in the water.

Put the cap on, scrubbed the motor and haven't seen it since.

Also punished my mechanic by making him drink Busch Lite one evening.
“Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on or by imbeciles who really mean it.” ~ Mark Twain
Re: rainbow slick?
by Geothermal on 10/03/2009 12:39 PM | Reply #7 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
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Joined: 07/14/2009
Location: ND
Allen Said:


Also punished my mechanic by making him drink Busch Lite one evening.
Ha ha,   That will just make him want to not check other stuff on your motor so you keep coming back to him.   Free beer is your problem.       Try making him drink wisky  and see if that helps.
Re: rainbow slick?
by spikeshooter101 on 10/06/2009 6:32 PM | Reply #8 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
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Joined: 10/05/2009
Location: n.
could be your fuel line connector leaking
Re: rainbow slick?
by guns4ever on 10/06/2009 6:43 PM | Reply #9 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
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Joined: 01/29/2009
Location: ND
It could be any of the above.  But I'd sure clean it all up and run it to check all the little leaks that could happen before I tore into the lower.  You shouldn't spill that much fuel when filling it so I'd check the fuel line connection at the motor first as already mentioned.  If you're spilling that much fuel, stop it, fuel is expensive and not good for the fish.
"Lifes tough pilgrim, and it's even tougher if you're stupid"  --John Wayne
Re: rainbow slick?
by spikeshooter101 on 10/06/2009 6:50 PM | Reply #10 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
spikeshooter101
Joined: 10/05/2009
Location: n.
You could buy a Ranger
Re: rainbow slick?
by guns4ever on 10/06/2009 6:53 PM | Reply #11 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
guns4ever
Joined: 01/29/2009
Location: ND
spikeshooter101 Said:
You could buy a Ranger

Sure they're invincible, never break down, last forever, don't have to maintain them.  Stupid comment to someone looking for advice IMO. 
"Lifes tough pilgrim, and it's even tougher if you're stupid"  --John Wayne
Re: rainbow slick?
by simmsjs on 10/06/2009 8:20 PM | Reply #12 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
simmsjs
Joined: 01/08/2004
Location: ND
PROV, while your changing everything, you should change your name to Rainbow Slick. LMAO
IT IS BETTER TO ASK FOR FORGIVENESS THAN ASK FOR PERMISSION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Re: rainbow slick?
by luveyes on 10/06/2009 10:16 PM | Reply #13 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
luveyes
Joined: 08/16/2004
Location: ND
He already has an alias........  FLATFISH!!!!!!

YES, I am that foolish!
Re: rainbow slick?
by Allen on 10/06/2009 10:56 PM | Reply #14 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Allen
Joined: 01/09/2002
Location: ND
spikeshooter101 Said:
You could buy a Ranger


I wonder exactly how a glass boat of any type would prevent an oil leak on a motor, either 4-S or 2-S?

Man, if it could do that I may just have to get me a disguise and buy one of them sparkly floaters.
“Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on or by imbeciles who really mean it.” ~ Mark Twain
Re: rainbow slick?
by Pro V1 on 10/06/2009 11:09 PM | Reply #15 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Pro V1
Joined: 12/28/2001
Location: ND
Simmsy & Luv---- F*&^ YOU GUYS!

"Guns cause crime like fly's cause garbage"
Re: rainbow slick?
by simmsjs on 10/07/2009 00:35 AM | Reply #16 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
simmsjs
Joined: 01/08/2004
Location: ND
He's a slick rainbow flatfish! ROFLMFAO!!!
IT IS BETTER TO ASK FOR FORGIVENESS THAN ASK FOR PERMISSION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Re: rainbow slick?
by Horsager on 10/07/2009 06:12 AM | Reply #17 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Horsager
Joined: 08/12/2003
Location: ND
simmsjs Said:
He's a slick rainbow flatfish!

A slimey Trout?  (grin)
..............THIS SPACE FOR RENT..............
Re: rainbow slick?
by Pro V1 on 10/07/2009 11:28 PM | Reply #18 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
Pro V1
Joined: 12/28/2001
Location: ND
I think simmsy is still pissed he didn't get to keep that net that Todd Riley gave him?   ;-)

"Guns cause crime like fly's cause garbage"
Re: rainbow slick?
by simmsjs on 10/08/2009 00:22 AM | Reply #19 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
simmsjs
Joined: 01/08/2004
Location: ND
Thats OK, I have a new net. I suppose I could have given it to you? I noticed you didn't have one in your boat. I suppose you have to catch fish first?
IT IS BETTER TO ASK FOR FORGIVENESS THAN ASK FOR PERMISSION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Re: rainbow slick?
by simmsjs on 10/08/2009 00:30 AM | Reply #20 | "Quote" | "Quick Reply" |
simmsjs
Joined: 01/08/2004
Location: ND
Hey fellas, there is only 100 spots left for the Mobridge icefishing tourney in January. Better get yours in. This tournament is awesome and is cut off at 400. I have fished this thing twice and have always had a great time. My pard and I took second in big fish last year. They are giving away over $90k in cash and prizes. Luv, Rainbow flat fish, get in it.
IT IS BETTER TO ASK FOR FORGIVENESS THAN ASK FOR PERMISSION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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