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I did run into another issue, a previous gear case repair had been done on this and it looked fine but when i pressurized the case, air was coming out tiny pin-holes you can’t even see. I am going to clean it and apply marine epoxy. I did have a couple questions though.
I will be running accessories – radio, gps speedo, led lights. probably 100 watts at the most at once. Should I get a deep cycle battery? I don’t think starting a 35 hp would need much cranking amps. I will be adding a solar panel for trickle charging.
The prop shaft and prop hub are keyed but I do not have a key. The parts diagram does not show one either. I assume it’s ok to run without one? The pin is sufficient?
I ended up painting the Javelin gold and touching up the white.