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    Mercury classic 50 fuel issues

    1989 classic 50, 45 hp mercury, 4 cyl. 2 carbs. The problem is that the motor starts right up and idles smooth, runs good, but will not go over 2400 rpm while in gear. While trying to solve a possible fuel issue i tried spraying sea foam in the carbs while the motor was idling. According to...
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    1989 Mercury 45 hp (Classic 50) spark issue

    1989 45 hp Mercury 4 cylinder has spark on the bottom 2 cylinders only. I have viewed numerous posts regarding trouble shooting, but none that cover my set up. I have the red stator with the adapter. The wires coming from the stator are 2 yellow and a green/white, white green. The green/ white...
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    Mercury 100

    What year is this motor? Serial number 08301479 Thanks
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    Looking at 2001 - 90 hp Mrcury

    I am considering purchasing a 16' boat with a 2001 - 90 hp mercury outboard. The owner states that the compression is 129, 129, 35. He also states that the boat starts right up, idles fine but runs ruff when given throttle. My question, does this sound like serious damage (ie. cracked block)...
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    Securing prop

    I recently purchased a prop for my 3.0 mercruiser. I have noticed that the old prop had a washer with locking tabs to fold onto the old hub. The new prop does not have a hub or any place for the locking tabs to fold onto. How is this type of prop secured? Thanks
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    Oil coming from exhaust

    I recently purchased a 2001 Glastron 175 SX with a 3.0 Mercruiser. Trying to get it started in the drive way, the engine will start and run for a few seconds at a time. Among other issues, I am concerned about the black oil splatter and oil dripping from the exhaust. I am only running the engine...
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    Submerged mercruiser

    I recently purchased a 2001 boat with a 3.0 liter mercruiser engine and outdrive. I was told by the previous owner that the boat filled with rain water while on the trailer and the plug was still in the boat. The water line is half way up the engine. I was told the engine could be turned by hand...
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    2002 Sea Doo manual

    I am looking for a repair/ shop manual for a 2002 Sea Doo Sportster LT. I can find manuals for other years and other models but not the one I am looking for. Thanks for any help.
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    Performance question for 115 hp OMC turbojet

    Anyone know of a source for a "stuffer" prop for a 115 hp OMC turbojet? It is mounted in front of the main impeller and helps push water into the impeller. Thanks
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    WOT RPMs

    I have a 14' jet boat with a 115 hp OMC turbojet. What should the WOT RPMs be? Mine seems low at 4800-4900.
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    Serial Number

    Looking for the identification for this serial #. I know it's a Johnson 115 HP. E115TLC1M J0002815 Thanks
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    115 hp Johnson V4

    I am setting the timing on a 115 hp Johnson V4, can someone tell me which is the #1 cylinder. Thanks
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    Trailer brakes seized

    I have a dual axle trailer to tow my 18' boat. The trailer is a year 2000 with front tire surge breaks. The trailer has been sitting outside unused for the past 1-1/2 years. The front tires will not turn. I think the brakes are rusted to the wheels. Any suggestions on how to free them up.<br...
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    OMC Turbojet

    I am looking for parts to an OMC Turbojet. Mainly looking for parts to the impeller and jet drive. I understand the motor is 115 hp omc, the motor is running fine.<br />Thanks
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    OMC Turbojet

    I am looking for parts to an OMC Turbojet. Mainly looking for parts to the impeller and jet drive. I understand the motor is 115 hp omc, the motor is running fine.<br />Thanks
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    Lower shift cable

    I have a 1986 Stingray with a 120 Mercruiser. I am having problems shifting. The problem is with the lower shift cable. Before I attempt to change the lower shift cable I wanted to make sure that is the problem. I have removed the lower unit and the stern drive unit. I am to a point where I can...
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    Carb. gaskets, poor performance

    Does anyone know where I can buy carb gaskets. I need the gaskets only, I've rebuilt the carb with a kit but would like to take the carb back apart as I am still having problems. The gaskets are deteriorating as I take the carb apart. 1985 Mercarb, 2 barrel. Engine starts great, idles great...
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    Choke adjustment

    What is the proper way to test and adjust an electronic choke. I have a 1985 3.0 liter mercruiser with a 2 barrel mercarb. I know there are three screws on the front of the electonic choke, if these screws are loosened, the face can be turned to open or close the choke. Thanks for your help.
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    Evinrude year

    Can anyone tell me what year this Evinrude motor is? Model # E8RLCIC Serial # E0002066<br />Thanks
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    checking ignition coil

    What is the correct way to check an ignition coil? I have a volt meter but not sure which wires to connect to. <br />Thanks
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