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    100% synthetic 2 stroke oil

    Are there any known disadvantages to using 100% synthetic 2 stroke oil? (Penzoil 100% synthetic)<br /><br />Thanks
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    Evinrude VRO Experience -anyone else see this?

    1994 Evinrude 225 with VRO. Motor has not been run for several months. Decided to drain fuel tank and replace with fresh gas before starting. Disconnected fuel line at the inline filter (just before fuel pump) and started pumping bulb to drain tank. Instead of gas I got what looked like pure...
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    Mixed gas versus oil injection -best lubrication?

    I am wondering if mixed gas (50:1) does just as good a job lubricating the engine as oil injection (50:1). When mixing oil in the gas, does the gas break down the oil? If so, how long is the mix good? I currently mix gas in tank on my 225 Evinrude. Any help or comments would be great.
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    Question for Dhadley -1995 Evinrude 225hp

    Dhadley, I am looking at purchasing a 1995 Evinrude 225 Vindicator. The motor has 52 total hours on it. Buying it from my next door neighbor. There has never been any repair or maintenance done to the motor. The motor was last used about 18 months ago. I am going to purchase it Saturday...
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    Compression education...please explain!

    For educational purposes can someone please explain compression importance and what it actually means when considering a used motor. I am told that amount of compression is not important....what is important is that all cylinders be close to same psi. For example: You have 2 v6 engines of...
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    1994 Evinrude 120hp "sneezing"

    After reading other posts on this forum I am now concerned about my motor "sneezing". It "sneezes" about 10 times upon initial start up and once it is warmed up the sneezing stops. If I fish for a while and motor cools off it will sneeze a few times upon start up. Can this damage my engine...
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    Gel coat crack in splash well -Skeeter boat

    I am looking at purchasing a 1996 Skeeter ZX180(18 foot)bass boat. I like the boat but there is a crack in the gelcoat inside the splashwell where it meets the transom. Transom feels very solid but I am wondering if water is getting on the wood inside transom that could cause me problems in...
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    Gel coat crack in splash well -Skeeter boat

    I am looking at purchasing a 1996 Skeeter ZX180(18 foot)bass boat. I like the boat but there is a crack in the gelcoat inside the splashwell where it meets the transom. Transom feels very solid but I am wondering if water is getting on the wood inside transom that could cause me problems in...
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    1997 Merc 150 EFI -Compression Test

    Does anyone know what the compression should be on this engine when new? Did compression check and all 6 cylinders are right at 110 psi (+or- 2 psi). Any help or comments would be great!<br /><br />Thanks...Doug
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    How to lift 1994 Evinrude 120?

    I need to lift engine off transom and I cannot find where to attach rope or cable. I have an A-frame and small come-a-long to lift engine. Any suggestions would be great.<br />I am installing jackplate this weekend.<br /><br />Thank You....Doug
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    Exhaust port modification -1994 Evinrude 120hp

    On the website for Bobs Machine Shop there is a product for sale that modifies the above water exhaust port. It is a small aluminum piece with two holes and I think you drill into the upper leg. Does anyone have experience with this product? Results good or bad? If it works do what do you...
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    Trying to remove thru-hull transducer?

    Does anyone have any tips or tricks that might help me remove the transducer from the bottom of my boat (mounted inside boat). Looks like I will have to rip up a chunk of fiberglass to get it out? I have a Humminbird Wide Portrait and I think the transducer is bad. Any help would be greatly...
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    Jackplate on Stratos 270

    Does anyone have any experience with a jackplate on a Stratos 270 (17'9"). Motor is an Evinrude 120hp v-4. I am thinking about installing one next week to maximize efficiency and speed. Does anyone have this setup? Any feedback good or bad? <br />Thanks.....Doug :)
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    Question for 12 footer

    12Ft. In a previous post you mentioned recirculation hose on my 1994 Evinrude 120hp. Is that the hose that connects to the bottom of plastic breather assembly that covers the carbs? If so what is the purpose of this hose? I disconnected the one on my engine and plugged it off. Is this hose...
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    Spark plugs always dripping wet with oil?

    I have a 1994 Evinrude 120hp. Spark plugs are always very wet with oil. VRO is disconnected (mix gas 50:1). Does the wet plugs indicate a problem?
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    Changed props and now water in lower unit??

    I got home from the lake today and decided to check lower unit oil and wouldnt you know...it looked like milk! I just purchased a new prop (used). I wonder if the new prop had something to do with the water in lower unit? I just changed lower unit oil prior to installing new prop. Prop looks...
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    1996 Mercury 150 -question

    I found a 1996 Mercury 150 Ocean series. Motor has about 40 hours on it (looks brand new). Assuming everything checks out on this engine how much is it really worth? I can buy it for $4000 with stainless prop. It is a counter rotating lower unit/prop. It is on an 1987 boat that is worth...
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    Exhaust ports on 1994 Evinrude V-4 120hp

    Does anyone know why water never comes out of the exhaust ports on back of this engine. I have had several other Johnson/Evinrude engines and water would always come out of the exhaust ports when boat is on plane (20 mph+). I have not had any cooling problems with this engine...just wondering...
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    Pennzoil Synthetic Blend 2 Cycle Oil

    Does anyone use this oil. I purchased a gallon yesterday and here is why. On the label of the synthetic blend it states "EXCEEDS THE HIGHEST NMMA REQUIREMENTS". On the label of my normal oil (Evinrude) it states "MEETS OR EXCEEDS NMMA REQUIREMENTS". Price is about the same so I thought I'd...
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    Dallas Boat Show

    I attended the Dallas boat show this weekend. After looking at all the new boats (that I cannot afford) I did notice something. Almost every outboard at the show was either Yamaha or Mercury. I saw very few Johnson or Evinrude engines. I have never owned anything but OMC engines (have had 8...
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