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    2008 Yamaha 150 carb ECU

    I have a 2008 Yamaha Carburetor VMAX 150. What exactly does the ECU control on these engines? On my 1996 Yamaha 85, I notice that it doesn't electronically raise the idle for a few seconds after start up like this 150 does. So the ECU must have something to do with that. Does it take...
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    Yamaha 2 stroke timing questions

    I have a 2007 VMAX 150 and a 1996 C85. Both run really well but the 150 never starts up as quick as the 85. Everything is in great working order in both. Clean carbs, plugs, fuel, timing has been checked both with a light and by manufacturer markings. Today, I noticed the 85hp is idle timed at...
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    2008 VMAX carbed 2 stroke to NMEA 2000

    I have a new Garmin 54cv. Looking to maybe stream the limited amount of info available from the digital gauge to the NMEA 2000 Garmin 54cv. I don't think the engine has the command link gauge. Anyway possible to feed some of the info this gauge sees to the Garmin? I figure it's a long shot but...
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    Garmin 54cv fuel flow sensor compatability

    Looking to add a NMEA 2000 fuel flow sensor to a Garmin 54cv. Is there a better option than using Garmin's GFS 10 sensor? It will only read at minimum 2 gph I'm understanding. Are Lowrance NMEA 2000 sensor's compatible? Also, if this is the only NMEA 2000 sensor on the unit, will you need to use...
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    200 Etec powerhead on 1996 200 midsection?

    Hello fellas, I have an opportunity to buy a good running 2003 200HP Etec powerhead with a bad lower unit and midsection. My neighbor has a 1996 ocean pro 200 with one cylinder with no compression that he has replaced. Is it at all possible and worthwhile to put a 2003 ETEC 200 powerhead on top...
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    1975 Evinrude 25 shaft extension availability?

    Hello all I'm currently in somewhat of a bind and could use some guidance. Anyone know where I might be able to find a long shaft lower unit for a 1975 OMC 25? I have a Lowe 1467 and the transom is just a little too high for my old motor. I've looked locally around New Orleans in one of the...
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    3 cylinder 25 vs 2 cylinder 25 Fuel Consumption

    Looking to upgrade to a newer 25HP. The motor I'm shopping is a 2005 Suzuki triple 25. I want to make sure I can go far on my 6 gallon gas can without taking up more room in my boat. I'm not looking to save gas for money reasons, just want to get good range out of my rig. Does a triple burn...
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    1999 Johnson 25HP reputation?

    I have an opportunity to buy a 1999 Johnson 25hp. I would replace my 1975 Evinrude which runs great by the way, with a newer more efficient engine that makes more power. They are asking $800 obo and it appears to be in good condition. What do you guys think?
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    1989 Evinrude 90HP V4, Turn key and nothing happens

    Hello all, launched the boat today just to do some trailer work. Installed some LED lights and all was well until I tried to crank the ole boat up after. After a few dragging turns of the starter, I figured either the battery was dead or the battery terminal was acting up. So I played with the...
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    5800 RPM'S but HOW???

    Hello all, I have a 1989 Evinrude 90 on a 16 ft. Skeeter SD-80. I keep reading how I should be turning 5800 RPM'S with this motor wide open with an average load but cannot get close to that number. A little info on the motor, it has a new CDI power pack, new coils, 120 psi in all 4 cylinders...
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    Lower Unit Oil Leaking From This Hole...

    My lower unit oil is seeping from this hole located on the port side of the lower unit. I've noticed gear oil seeping from this hole when the engine sits up for about 2 weeks or so. I also notice the lower unit slowly accumulates water in the oil and I suspect it is entering from this hole. I do...
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    Identify this head...please!

    Hello all, my 1975 Evinrude 25HP currently has this head on it with part number 318393 stamped on it. The head is gray in color. The original head was part number 318392, but was destroyed when the motor grenaded last year. Out of curiosity, I now wonder what motor this head, I currently have on...
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    25 HP Differences, Need Somebody with Experience

    I have a 1975 Evinrude 25 HP Tiller which I have rebuilt recently, everything is new on this motor, including the prop. The motor is mounted on a 14ft Allweld Flat (Jon Boat for Northerners!). The boat does about 26 MPH wide open with one person and a light load. Motor runs flawless I must say...
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    High Idle after new CDI Power pack installed

    Hello again everybody. Well, you may remember I posted a while back concerning a problem with one cylinder dropping fire after about 20 minutes of running time consistently. After some trouble shooting I determined changing the power pack was necessary. My motor is a 1989 90HP Evinrude...
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    Replacement Power Pack Brand

    I've come to the conclusion my 89 90HP Evinrude crossflow needs a new power pack. The OMC PN# is 584028. My question is what brand power pack(OMC, CDI, Sierra, etc.) is the best replacement as for quality and life expectancy is concerned? Are there any improvements in part design with somebody...
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