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    Metallic fuel line...?

    I ran across an interesting idea the other day. Just wondering why it is not implemented in recreational boats. On my work boat we are REQUIRED by the Coast Guard to use metallic line versus hose ( of any kind ) for runs longer than 30". We use 1/2" copper tubing for all our fuel feed, vent and...
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    Thermostat Cooling Mod question... again =)

    How do you guys remove the hard plastic sleeve that seats the new style thermostat. Its a bugger to get out. I dont want to have to remove the cylinder head to have to get this sleeve out. There has to be an easier way.
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    Pistons: Cast VS. Forged

    I Found a cool read about the differences in pistons. Thought I would Share. The Author is Mike Nixon. Which is better, the cast piston or the forged piston? This argument doesn't come up as often as it used to. During the 1970s it was a frequently debated topic: The answer used to be simple...
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    key switch trouble shooting.....

    Re: key switch trouble shooting..... This is what you should be looking at. If you have no continuity between "A" & "B" with the key in the run position, then my guess is the switch "could" be bad. Its easy to find out. Jump the 2 wires and check for spark. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RUN THE MOTOR...
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    Thermostat Cooling Mod question

    1992 Evinrude crankcase All else 1996 200 I have decided to follow the advice of many here to dump the existing bypass cover and springs, and use the 1989 70hp covers and springs. I have all the parts. Upon installation, I notice that new softer spring does not engage the thermostat like the...
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    Post a picture of your boat/whip...what do you take out...

    Re: Post a picture of your boat/whip...what do you take out... 1996 Wellcraft 218CCF (225hp "Wolf in Sheeps Clothing")
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    Adding an inspection cover to my plastic tank... tips please

    I have a 1996 Wellcraft 218CCF. The fuel tank is not accessible except for a small cover under the console. The Fuel level sender, fuel vent and fuel feed all come out of this small hole. What is odd is that this is at the front of the tank. I Pulled the integral bait tank/seat combo, and...
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    Erratic timing

    1996 Evinrude Oceanpro 200 I have a weird issue with my motor. I did the Reeves wot timing procedure, and having issues. Starts up just fine, sounds a touch rougher than normal, but not too noticeable. After the Quickstart shuts off the motor will often sputter and die. sometimes with a lean...
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    Thermostat bypass Valves

    1992 200 Evinrude What is the exact purpose of these valves? I have searched but cant find a solid answer. They must be necessary for proper cooling, but I would like to know how they do their job, so I can verify that they are working correctly. Thanks guys, Jason
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    water diverters

    1992 200 Evinrude. Ok, It seems I did not put the water diverters in the cooling passages when I did the rebuild on my motor. The manual did not mention the diverters at all. I just bought a new manual at a screaming deal, and reading through it I see the mention of water diverters. My 1992...
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    Thanks for all the help...

    I have finished the major part of the evinrude 200 powerhead rebuild/crankcaseswap. Waiting on the weather to clear up before i can reinstall on the leg. The build wasn't too bad at all. Getting all the parts together was the real pain. I made a wrist pin tool out of a pair of aluminum crutches...
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    Crankcase swap?

    Hey all. I will keep this brief. is it possible to move all the components from a 1996 200 Evinrude to a 1992 Crank case? It looks as if all the internal stuff is the same, and the Open deck of thew 1992 crankcase seems to cool better. I have noticed a couple of casting differences in the...
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    Volvo Diesel Engine oil drain?

    I have a Volvo AQAD40B straight six diesel in a Blackman that I recently purchased. Iam a pretty good with mechanical things, but I cant seem to find the Plug or fitting to drain the engine oil. Is it one of the motors that you have to pump the old oil out of? Thanks in advance for any insight...
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