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Sounds like electronic interference with the radio and engine. This happens and often to stop this, the antenna and powers wires are shielded.

Hi Sean,You should double check your wiring. I looked online for wiring diagrams for your radio but couldn't find one, however they're not unlike automotive radios. Assuming you have checked and installed the fuses in the wiring harness already, continue reading. otherwise - check them now.The thing that comes to mind is the (3) power wires (two +12VDC and one -12VDC) that these radios often require. One power wire is connected to a constant power (+12VDC) source that maintains both the radio station memories and a clock if equipped. The second power wire is optionally connected to a switched (+12VDC) power source such as a dash mounted toggle switch or the ignition key. This wire can be connected directly to the battery as instead with the first wire, but you will need to power on / off the radio by its power switch as opposed to relying on the ignition key or dash mounted toggle switch.Many marine applications are in fiberglass surrounds. You must make sure that the third power wire (-12VDC) is connected to something metal that is connected to or, directly to the (-) post of the battery. All three wires need to be connected to operate as expected. Hopefully, one of these wires is not connected properly and you'll have your radio working in a very short time. Good luck!

Hello there:
i would contact the manufacture or the users manual of the radio for help.
if not do a google search for the radio and enter the make and model number and u will be able to get most of the information u will need there ok.
best regards mike

Never buy a trailer with the same capacity as the weight of your boat! This can be very dangerous! Instead, make sure the trailer's capacity is at least twice that of the weight of the boat, all your gear, and the boat's motor.

Small yachts, also known as Silboats or Cabin Cruisers are 20-40 feet. There are of course larger Yachts that can get to over 100 feet, also known as Mega Yachts.

I would clean the fuel filters and empty the water retainer filter then do some testing.

Question edited for clarity. Question moved to Boating. Hello Anonymous Harriet :>D You will have two or possibly 3 batteries. Usually a large car type starting battery for starting the engine. Then two Deep Cycle Gel Batteries, one for the marine electronics, fish finder etc, and another that powers the front bow mounted Trolling motor. You will find them in the deck lockers. Open them, release any tie downs, undo the cables and lift them out for Winter storage. I keep mine in my garage and I put them on a battery minder for 24 hours once a month. I have the Battery Tender Junior, and I put them on a 6 amp car charger before the season starts. https://www.google.com/search?q=Battery+Tender https://www.google.com/search?q=2017+tracker+175+remove+battery The information you gave is is merely the year of manufacture, the maker and the length. They all have model numbers. That would be the key to searching for a manual online. https://www.jdpower.com/boats/2017/tracker-marine/pro-guide-v-175-wt__/32067137/specs and https://www.bbcboards.net/showthread.php?t=969900 ..

Question edited for clarity. Question moved from Cars and Trucks to Boating. They don't list Manuals, but they should link you to one in their archive.

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check water flow pump fail -corrosion--debris blockage---check fluids--gear oil etc

Commonly caused by clogged air filter. Also suspect buildup in exhaust mixing elbow. Smoke will build up carbon deposits over time and clog them. What color is the smoke? unburnt fuel will smoke and cause heat. Could be a fuel pump or dirty/bad injector not atomizing fuel correctly. If smoke is steam.... If there isn't proper flow or there is air in raw water system, the air hits heat exchanger and immediately turns to steam. Will result in overheating.

It's electronic fuel injection so it needs power to run. Mercury is usually a yellow wire from stator that goes to a voltage regulator that charges battery when running. Good luck!!

def check fuel filters and air filters. Is it smoking when powered up? If so, what color is smoke?

check continuity on float switch to assure it's working. do you have it wired like this?