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    1996 VP 5.7L TBI Base timing value.

    Hi, I need to check my base timing on my 5.7L TBI - ECM 1 - Delco EST ignition system (distributor and coil). - I have a scan tool to plug into Data Link to get base timing mode. The question I have is : From the base timing procedure, it says, go to 1000 RPM, select base timing mode and adjust...
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    GM350 TBI hesitates when accelerating fast...

    Gm350 TBI engine. Idles fine, if I apply throttle gently, no issues. However if I try to do a hole shot, motor hesitates, misfires or backfires (can't tell) then accelerates normally. Also while at 4400 Rpm if I go to neutral rapidly, no misfire or backfire. Works fine. The only issue is Hole...
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    VST question for 5.7L TBI....

    Hi, I got this motor transplanted to our boat. It has a fresh water cooling system. Towards the rear of motor is the VST. Out of the VST is a small barb which, if I am not mistaken, should be connected to the thermostat housing. the motor came with no connection to the barb. Could someone tell...
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    Transplanted a 5.7L TBI, shift plate question....

    Hi, New to Mercruiser I/O here. It is a 1997 Mirage with a transplanted 5.7L TBI. I have pictures of ECM, Coil and distributor. The motor is matted with an Alpha 1 Gen2 Merc drive, I need to wire the Interrupt switch on the shift plate... I am at a complete loss.. Did a lot of reading but , as...
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    Yamaha 130HP 2 strokes shaking 800 to 1000 rpm

    Hi! I have this 1990 130HP Yamaha 2 strokes 130ETXD. Symptoms: Idle set at 750rpm, gives me 600/650 when in gear (smooth idle). I advance the throttle slowly and between 800 to 1000/1100 rpm the motor shakes enough to shake the whole boat. Passed 1200rpm, runs great. Cold or hot no difference...
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    Need help with Steering Arm Link 1995 Yamaha 150

    Hi, I need to replace the steering Arm Link on my 1995 150TXRT. Anyone would know the part number by any chance? Thank you 1
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    1990 Yamaha 130HP trim/tilt question...

    1990 130 HP 2 strokes Yamaha v4 ETXD Symptoms: When motor is running at or above 4000 RPM it doesn't maintain trim. Trim goes back to zero very slowly but surely. What I can tell you for sure: Tilt and trim sound normal , No grinding noises In static mode, Tilt and Trim hold motor in what...
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    1988 Force 50HP cavitating symptoms.....Operator induced....

    This is embarrassing but thought that someone might need the info, one day.... :) Ok, this friend of mine got this boat with a Force 50HP on it. Initially, we had some issues with one cylinder not firing properly. Turned out to be a misconnected wire from the trigger to pack. We changed the...
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    1988 Force 50 HP weird issue. Running on only one cylinder but....

    Hello, I have an issue with a 1988 Force 50HP (single carb). It runs on 1 cyl only. Unable to get WOT rpm. The weird thing is the following: Motor starts fine. If I unplug Bottom cyl (#2) plug, the motor quits. This would tend to show that Top Cyl (#1) isn't firing. However if I unplug #2...
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    1990 Yamaha 130 2 strokes surging at high RPM.... Video

    It is 1 1990 Yamaha 130 ETXD. I have had trouble for the past few weeks now. Starts ok, idle fine, when going into high rpm (5500 or so) after a minute or so it starts surging/missing.(video) If I throttle back (4000 rpm), it runs ok. Now if at 4000 rpm for long time, it starts acting up. If I...
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    1990 yamaha 130hp bogging down... need help with ignition troubleshoot....

    Hi, This is a 1990 130ETXD. I have the yamaha service manual. -Starts ok -Idle fine (for long period of time. -Tach gauge stable at 700 RPM at idle When giving it WOT, revs normally to about 5100 to 5300 rpm then goes down to 4500rpm at wot. What I have done so far: Rebuilt carbs (3 times...
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    Force 125HP Prop shaft anode question.

    Hi, The prop shaft anode on my 86 125HP is shot and seems to be an obsolete part. I am using my boat exclusively in fresh water. Can I remove the anode all together? If so what should I install the 2 screws to cover the 2 holes or does it matter? Thank you. Frederic
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    Quite a bit of steam on Force 125HP

    Hi, Went to lake today, outside temp was 47F, cloudy day. Noticed that the motor was steaming quite a bit. It ran great but wondering if it is that unusual!?!. Noticeable at idle and can't see anything while cruising but could be hard to detect. I checked the spark plugs and could see any...
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    Propeller pitch calculator.

    Hi, My prop has no pitch marking, just a number stamped 06744!!! Well, I found this very cool website on the net which includes a calculator , templates and an instruction video to measure the pitch of a propeller. I just wanted to pass it along and sorry if this has already been covered...
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    86 Force 125HP propeller question

    Here is the prop mounted on the engine: I got this 15 inch pitch prop advertise for force engine but it looks very different Rear view: Front view: Am i missing something or is this prop for a different motor? Thanks
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    1964 Mercry 65HP, internal wiring harness question.

    Hi, I have this internal 6 pins internal harness that needs to be replaced. The wires are all in very bad shape. Does anyone know if I can get a new (newer) one somewhere or can they taken apart and be re-wired? I browse the net without any luck so far. 1964 Mercury mod 651, 65HP. Thank you.
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    Thermostat replacement on 86 Force 125

    Hi, Don't know when that thermostat had been replaced last (if ever) but it must have been many many moons ago. I had the help of my neighbor and took us a while to remove the top 2 screws using an impact driver. We couldn't get the 2 bottom screws off, lots of corrosion on the heads and we had...
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    Throttles and gear cables for Bayliner, help.

    Hi, I have a 1987 Bayliner Capri with a 1987 125HP Force engine. I am going to have to replace the control cables as well as the Throttle/Gear box. Need help with finding out what type of cable I need and what type of Throttle/gear box would work with my setup. Thank you Frederic
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    First outing of 2016, Force 125hp.

    https://youtu.be/pTtTpM1_oG0 Wanted to thank everyone here for helping me fixing this 1987 125HP Force motor last year. First run of 2016 today. Very happy!! Thanks again. Frederic
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    Why would 2 new coils go bad in 1 hour!!!!????!!!!

    I just changed the 4 coils with the new updated version, . After 1 hr on the water I lost #3 coil followed by #2 coil. What would fry a coil so quickly? or is bad luck? Thank you. PS: also new stator, new trigger and new pacs. All CDI products.
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