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  1. Kev144

    89 150, stalls, mech just tossing parts at random?

    So basically i had an issue with my motor running at idle after being warmed up but would not idle in gear. It would just stall out. The mechanic looking at it said the switch box was very weak on one side. So he said we may as well replace both. Fine, we did that. So it was supposed to be...
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    What defines a xr4?

    Hey guys May be a dumb question but I was curious to know, how other than looking up the serial number do you tell if an older merc (late 80's) is an Xr4 or what ever or just a normal one? Myself and a few guys i know have late 80s 150-200 mercs and were curious. Thanks
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    Stalls in gear

    Hey guys, not much of an outboard repair guy as we work with I/O's mostly. I have a 88 Blackmax 150 merc. It has the suitcase type cowl. Anywho, it will start up fine and sometimes will idle fine without the fast idle on. As soon as you put it into gear it sputters and then quits. Like its...
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    89 150 black max

    Hey guys. Back in November of 2007 I purchased a 1989 Charger DL with a 89 150 merc. Test rode it and it worked perfectly. So now it is about time to get it in the water for the summer. I just wanted to know what maintenance i should be doing for start of the year/new to me motor. As you...
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    Stiff Stearing

    Hey guys my merc 150 O/B has really stiff stearing. It's not hydralic (spelling) its the older cable stearing. It takes a greater effort to turn that my dads old Evinrude did with the similar cable drive. Any tips to loosen er up? thanks
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    Long shot

    Hey guys, I'm sure I already know the answer but I was just wondering if any one knows at all if I'm able to purchase a new windshield for my 1989 Charger DL. The one now seems to have stress cracks on it and I would like to replace it. Thanks Kev
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    Bought new boat need some advice

    Hey merc guru's. I just bought a 1989 Charger DL with an 89 blackmax merc 150. My question is what should i replace to make sure it runs in top shape next season? It will be winterized fairly soon but I'd love to start by replacing some things before spring. We test rode it and it started...
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    New boat (to me)

    Hey guys. Well I went out sunday and brought home a new to me boat! I just want to say thanks to all that gave me advice, like tasha! Really appreciate the help! Anyways, here's a few pics!
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    "Noob" questions

    Hey, well this week end, i will be going to look at a boat. Now I wont lie, I do not know much about what to look at when looking at a used boat. I have been around boats for a while now but they have all been I/O's and the one I'm looking at is a O/B. Some details: The boat is a 89...
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    Stress cracks?

    Not sure if this is the correct place but here it goes! I'm going to look at a Charger boat (1989 i think). The owner said it's mint shape though has a few stress cracks on the transum. Anything i should be worried about? or is it common on a boat this old? BTW it has a 150hp O/B which it's...
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    1989 150hp merc outboard

    Hey guys, new to the forum but not new to boating. I am somewhat new to these bigger outboards as we always run I/O. My brother is about to buy a 1990 speed boat (not sure on boat brand) but the motor is a 89 150 merc. I was just wondering if any of you merc guru's can tell me everything you...
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