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    Tachometer goes backwards

    I recently tried to install a Teleflex tachometer on 1991 Mercury 60HP. Per Tach instructions I connected Gray wire from engine harness to send input, and connected ground and power. Tach seems to read correctly up until around 4000 RPM after which it DECREASES as the engine further speeds up...
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    Reparing dent in Aluminum keel

    I hit a submerged rock with my 1991 17 ft. aluminum Spectrum, and I'm looking for advice on how to repair. Going about 20 MPH, I hit a rock outcropping about 10 inches below water. I hit square on the keel just below the water line at the bow. An area about 2 ft. long is mashed in probably...
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    evinrude 15hp loose bolts

    The two bolts that hold the steering bracket onto the pivot tube have come loose, and I can't get a wrench in there well enough to tighten them securely. Do I have to remove the powerhead to be able to get at these with a socket wrench? Is there another way to get at these bolts?
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    Evinrude 15 - loose engine mount

    I just bought a used 1990 15HP Evinrude which is in pretty good shape, however I just noticed one thing: The upper connection between the motor mount and the steering mechanism appears to have noticable mechanical play. I can see two bolts which appear to be loose, however they are tucked...
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    Approximate year of blue Evinrude?

    I'm considering a used 15HP Evinrude, and I forgot to jot down the Model No. when I looked at it. Can I tell the approximate year by the color? This one appears to be no more than 10 years old or so, and both the cowling and bottom of the motor are a medium blue color. I can't recall ever...
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