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    Testing the charging on a 1983 80 hp??

    How can I test the charging system to make sure It is working the way It should? Is there a way to test with my fluke?<br /> I want to make sure my battery stays full of charge. My starter for some reason is very sensitive and I want no problems.
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    1983 merc 80 hp slight hesitation

    The motor seems to run great, 150 psi in all cylinders, new fuel pump diaphram and primer bulb. After the motor is warmed up when I come to a stop and proceed to take off it just does nothing, I have to rev it up a bit then put it in forward to go. Kinda like its starving. When It does go, there...
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    Rpm gauge (need to know which is the sender wire)

    I found an old rpm gauge on the boat that my motor came from. 1983 80 hp There is no wire harness though. On the back of that gauge there are three posts,<br />1. Batt 2. Ground 3. Sender<br /> I do not know which is the sender from the key, can someone help me out.<br /> Also there is a...
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    1983 80 HP lower unit question!!!!! Help

    I removed the lower unit as the book describes, with the throttle in the foward postion.<br /> Problem is I can not get it to snug back up, It feels like I'm having trouble with the lower shift shaft for it is grooved, I'm thinking maybe I'm not centered with the female connection it goes into...
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    lower unit noise? 1988 85 hp

    I just rebuilt my first outboard, 1988 85 hp. I'm still working on getting a rpm gauge so I can set the carbs, but thats another tale. <br />My question is my something seems loud on the water when i'm moving about 30 mph, I installed some insulation under the cowl, (boy it looks good and shiny...
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    1983 mercury 85 hp!! approximate speed ?

    Just wondering what the top speed might be with a 1983 85 hp on a 17.5 bayliner,<br /> Also would it do harm to troll with this motor?<br /> I'm trying to decide If I should swap with my 85 hp force. <br /><br />Thank you!
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    1977 4hp Need diagram for fuel pump!!

    The motor is hard to start and stalls every couple of minutes so I removed the diaphram, Oh boy. A small spring fell out,and a large spring is kinda hanging around. I have everything, just not sure of the sequence of how it all goes back together. If someone can DRAW me a picture that would be...
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    1977 4 hp Rich and lean question

    I plan on using the motor to troll, If it will push a 17 ft bayliner, we will see. Anyhow question is, on the front there are two sets of adjustments, one for slow speed and high speed.(leaner or richer is the actual control)<br /> Should I just keep all adjustments in the normal setting? which...
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    STARTER OR SOLENOID?? 1988 85 HP

    HERE IS THE PROBLEM!! I WAS TESTING A FRIENDS BATTERY TO SEE IF IT HAD JUICE, SEEMS LIKE IT DID NOT, SO I SWITCHED BACK TO MY GOOD BATTERY, AT THAT POINT EVERYTHING WAS STILL DEAD. I FOUND THAT I HAD TO RESET THE BREAKER, SO I'M CONVINCED I MUST HAVE PUT THE WIRES ON THE WRONG TERMINALS, THAT OR...
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    1983 80 HP lower unit question!!!!!

    When I place the gear shifter in forward all the way I can still move the prop in the forward direction BUT not backwards. Seems like it is not engaging, When I put It in reverse I have to tug a bit then I hear a slight clank then It goes In fine, at this point I can NOT move the prop In any...
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    Year of motor!!!!! UPGRADED FROM FORCE

    Upgraded from force to mercury, Now I'm looking for the year, 80 HP SERIAL #6288084<br /> Also, If anyone can give me tips or advice about this motor that would be great.
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