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    1987 trim/tilt pump

    I'm 'rebuilding' my freebie 35HP mercury outboard (1987). So far, I've managed to get the lower unit off and will replace the impeller.<br /><br />I also know that it turns over fine and sparks are strong on the plugs.<br /><br />I tested the trim/tilt..hear the solenoid just fine...but the...
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    1987 35HP Merc - Lower Unit Trouble

    I've done the search of other threads on stuck lower units on the board and have tried almost everything there. So far, I haven't been able to remove my lower unit. I believe the crankshaft is married/oxidized at the spline and is cause of this grief.<br /><br />My question is: Is it possible...
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    35HP Mercury - Swivel Bracket Advice Needed

    After getting my 35HP mercury on a stand, today I went about having a closer look at it.<br /><br />Two things I noticed:<br />a) Someone tried to pry the lower end loose and it appears they didn't succeed (They never bothered putting the nuts back on the bolts, so it just hangs there w/a 1/4"...
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    35HP Mercury - Diagnostic Help

    I'm about done mounting my OB engine that I got for free on my stand. Now, I noticed that the bolts holding on the lower unit had been removed.<br /><br />Apparently the previous owner had taken it to a marine mechanic who told him that it would cost a fortune. <br /><br />All I know is that...
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    Need to build outboard motor stand: Any plans, pics, suggestions?

    Well, I'm about to build an outboard motor stand. Anyone have any good suggestions on an easy, uncomplicated, and above all, cheap approach to this?<br /><br />Any pics, plans, etc. will be appreciated! :p
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