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Old 04-28-2020, 07:13 PM   #41
grandbanksbayfield
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City: St. Clair Shores, MI
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Originally Posted by Pete Meisinger View Post
I think I can start my Albin from above although I have never tried it. Same for the kill button, never used it.

Here is why. For starting, I like to hear the starter motor and the engine for a few seconds. Sometimes I will even stick my head into the engine compartment but if everything sounds good I generally don't bother. Besides, generally I was just down there checking the oil. It also gives me the opportunity to walk to the back on my way upstairs to check for water discharge.

For shut down, I generally let the boat idle down while I do the dock lines and fenders. A quick "listen" to the engine and then I kill it.

pete
Yes, this is the old way. The way of a person really in charge of the boat does it.
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