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The Yamaha VMAX HPDI has been out of commission so it has been a while since I have been on the water. The last trip out, I noticed the engine running real rough at idle, but at higher RPMs it wasn't noticeable so I didn't think it was anything major. After several unsuccessful attempts to diagnose the problem (replaced fuel/water separator, inspected the fuel filter, inspected the spark plugs and checked the resistance of the spark plug caps and ignition coils to make sure they were in specification), I decided to take it to the dealer. Compression test revealed a DEAD CYLINDER - it just sounds expensive. Thanks to the good folks at Mt. Houston Marine for providing Yamaha photos, diagnostic data and my service records and Yamaha for providing me a brand new powerhead even though my extended warranty expired eight months ago - saving me in excess of $5K.
Now for the fishing report. With the passing of the first significant front, I transitioned to my fall pattern - working the marsh drains in search of flat fish. Even though shrimp were visible along the grass line, I had a hard time locating flounder. I only caught one 16" flounder, but I did catch a limit of reds to 22" (six total slot reds) and two trout to 17.5". Sure was good being back on the water.
JQ
Now for the fishing report. With the passing of the first significant front, I transitioned to my fall pattern - working the marsh drains in search of flat fish. Even though shrimp were visible along the grass line, I had a hard time locating flounder. I only caught one 16" flounder, but I did catch a limit of reds to 22" (six total slot reds) and two trout to 17.5". Sure was good being back on the water.
JQ
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