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Im pretty sure the power head is an 09 as it was replaced the spring of 09 but Ill have to make sure. I wasnt aware of the updates so will have those done and vaccum checked. I just had it in the shop for a trim switch issue and had them check everything but nothing was mentioned about updates. As for speed i really dont want to lose any as tournament loaded last weekend i was only getting 72. I thought maybe the new gearcase carried a load better but sounds like it only helps the hole shot.

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It did seem to be more sluggish than usual this weekend! With a load it has always been slow out of the hole but never had to get on the nose like this before. It was only turning 5700 rpm so maybe there is something else going on. I really dont want to give up the speed unless I have to, its just to much fun to drive. I have been wanting to try a 25 but theres no point until it cools off and then I have 26 fury that works well during the winter. Just gonna have to get it to the mechanic! I do carry a big load – me 220, partner 300+, 4 sears platinum group 31 batts, bass pro in the boxes. Thanks for the help

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That place is unbeliveable! I was there in June and we absolutely killed em, found one small spot that we had over 40lbs a day on and next five were over 30 three days in a row!! All on 3/4 to 1 oz football jigs with biggest trailer you could put on. There is nowhere that compares.

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Yeah I know to much stuff!! I can deal with only runiing 72-73 with water in the wells but this thing wouldnt even plane out water or no water with tourney load without someone on the front deck. You would think you could put whatever you wanted in there and at least get on plane. My last boat with a merc opti would jump on plane with 4 people and a load. Its just baffling to me, dont get me wrong i like the motor fine no problems other than holeshot that seems to be getting worse. There has to be something eslse compounding the problem.

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Not sure about Choke but from my experience i would rather have 2 days on Falcon than 4 on any other lake i have been on! Its that good!

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AID makes one. Stop in at Falcon Lake Tackle, i think they have the new ones they just came out with.

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Thanks for the replies, looks like a new Noco. Amazon has the best price. Thanks for help

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There is a small gap between the back of the gas tank and the transom. Water was running between the bottom of the tank and the transom on the floor and then down into the bilge area where it steps down. I could not see from inside where it was coming in the gas tank blocks the view. Puma FTD dual rear tanks passenger side. I suppose that would have been helpful info, LOL.

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09 Puma FTD. What is a pilot tube?

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