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    Merc 225 rpm's fluctuating at cruise

    I have a 1996 225hp (carb) engine that the rpms are fluctuating +/- 100-200 rpms between 3800 and 4200 rpms. Above 4200 rpms or below 3800 rpm's engine runs smooth. The engine is also leaking a good amount of unburned oil/gas out of the drain holes at the foot once the engine is shut down. Plugs...
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    Oil leak or unburned fuel ?

    My 1996 Mercury 225hp Carb 2 stroke has recently begun leaking a thick oil (blackish/brown) from the port and starboard drain holes in the driveshaft housing just below the fin on the housing. I have a long shaft so these drain holes are about 4" above where the lower unit attaches to the...
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