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  1. ronjon444

    6.2L MPI Horizon Bravo 3 slow to get to WOT

    2006 6.2L MPI Horizon Bravo 3 slow to get to WOT. Goes to 3500 RPM then lags getting to WOT. Any ideas appreciated
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    Sacraficial Anodes

    I noticed in a previous thread...That is why it is important to assure they are in direct (continuity ) connection to the metal to which they are attached.This can be tested using a simple ohm meter reading between the zinc plate and case of motor. Question: What would the recommended ohm...
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    Sacraficial Anodes not deteriorating

    I have a 1981 SeaRay - Merc 260. I have noticed the outdrive & housing have started getting white corrosion on the edges and corners. My sacraficial anodes look like new and are not deteriorating. Do I have a grounding problem? The boat operates fine. Any recomendations appreciated. Tx...
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    Need source for replacement merc 260

    May have to replace my 1981 merc 260 motor. Any recommendations on a good rebuilder source, in the midwest, would be appreciated. Ron Jon
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    Hard starting 1981 Merc 260

    My 1981 Merc 260 (carburated) has a very difficult time starting when cold. Takes alot of cranking. Once it starts I have to run it a minute at at 1000 RPM to keep it running then it runs fine. Suggestions?
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    Fake Teak Wood

    I have seen a new deck replacement that is not actual Teak material. Does anyone know where this can be purchased? Thanks Ron Jon
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    Drains plugged

    I have a 1981 Sea Ray Amberjack. There are 2 storage areas in the floor that get water in them and the drains (90 degrees) do not drain. Need help with the best ways to clear these out. Probably clogged with leaves. Had to vacuum out the water this fall. TX, RonJon
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    1981 Merc 260 5.7L RPM Range

    Can anyone provide me the RPM Range to WOT for a 1981 SeaRay 350 with a merc 260. I max out at 4200-4300 RPM. Shoud I be getting more RPMs from this motor and lower unit?
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    1981 Merc 260 Stalls shifting from fwd to reverse

    My 1981 Merc 260 is stalling when I shift from Nuetral to Reverse, it shifts and runs fine from Neutral to Forward. It has gotten progressiveley worse through the end of the season. Any suggestions?
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    Cleaning Boat Cover Underside Cloth

    I have a vinyl cover that has slight mildew and stains on the cloth underside. Any good cleaning methods that will not damage the cover?
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    Tilt / Trim goes up and won't come down

    I have a 1981 SeaRay with mercruiser 260 Sterndrive. The tilt trim will bring the drive up but it won't come down from the full up position. If I step on the drive while someone holds the DOWN trim button it will move down. Any suggestions??
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    rpm's low

    I have a 1981 Sea Ray 24.5' with a Merc 260. Last time out, I trolled for quite a while and when I went to full throttle my rpm's would not get up to the normal 4200-4400 range. They stayed down around 3600 rpm's. Any suggestions where to look?
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    Merc 260 Lower Unit Vibration at low rpm's

    I have a Merc 260. At RPM's lower than 800 it sounds like the lower unit has slight rattle and vibration. What could be the cause and diagnosis ideas.
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    Runs rough at idle

    I recently purchased a 1981 Sea Ray 25' with a 260 Merc. The motor runs good above 900-1000 rpms. The motor and lower unit labors and vibrates but does not stall when I run at idle RPM's. The problem is I cannot go as slow when fishing as I would like. I have changed the fuel filter, spark...
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    Windsheild Installation

    I just reinstalled the winsheild on my boat. 1981 Sea Ray 24'. There are holes in the windsheild frame where the screws secure to the hull. I need to plug them and be able to remove them for service. Any recomendations?
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    Hydraulic Fluid Leak on outdrive

    I have a 1981 25' Sea Ray with a Merc 260. When I raise the outdrive I noticed a couple of drops of hydraulic fluid on the ground. It does not leak when lowering the outdrive and when left up overnight it will settle 1/2 way down. I see a spot where the braided line fitting on the port side...
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    Bilge Pump runs but doesn't pump

    I have a 24' SeaRay and the aft bilge pump does not pump water. I can hear it running. It is not plugged that I can tell, I have manually picked around the base. Any suggestions?
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    Exhaust Manifold Leaks

    Just bought a 1981 Mercruiser 260 I/O. It has developed a crack in the exhaust manifold. The previous owner did attempt to repair it with JB weld. I am in need of a replacement manifold and also for recomendations to a place to purchase.
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    Setting Dwell and Timing

    I just bought a 24' SeaRay with a 260 Merc. I understand there are special instructions to setting timing and dwell. Also, how often should this be done as I intend to change plugs, wires, cap, rotor, and condensor each spring starting now. Any input appreciated.
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    Trim Position Indicator does not work

    I have a 24' SeaRay with a Merccruiser 260. My lower unit trim position indicator does not work and we cannot see the lower unit with the swim platform in the way. What is the best way to dignose this problem, (indicator or sending unit). <br /><br />ronjon444
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