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    How to choose an old 2-stroke 150/175 Merc

    I think (think) all the 175HP motors used the larger gearcases. I think the XR4 was the only V6 with the smaller gearcase. The advantage of today's modular props is that one can switch props between engine brands with the purchase of a new hub kit, provided the props share a hub size. I have...
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    Need help finding part number for trim switch J50PLSNF

    Here is one parts list for a control for your motor, Not sure if it is the right one. See part #69 https://www.boats.net/catalog/johnson/rigging-parts-accessories/2001-2004/remote-controls-and-cables-2001-2004/remote-control-binnacle-single-lever-2001-2004 There are other controls listed as...
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    Gas - Oil Mixture on old Evinrudes outboards

    OMC motors before 1964 often had sleeve bearings, versus roller bearings. Sleeve bearings need more lubrication, hence the 24::1 recommendation for all OMC motors before 1964. As for the 100::1 gas/oil mix, the drawback was loss of crankcase rust control, with so little oil in the fuel. I...
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    Throttle control

    That is the cold start lever. To start a carb motor, pull it up, hold the choke button (in your case, push the key in to choke) and crank the motor until she starts. As she warms up, lower the lever. The lever must be all the way down to use the throttle lever to accelerate the motor.
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    Need help finding part number for trim switch J50PLSNF

    Look on the accessories listing for a control like yours, on that year motor, on crowleymarine or equivalent. I had the same issue some years ago, and it was difficult to get the part number, but I eventually found it. Once I had the P/N, the replacement switch was easy to buy.
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    Non-Skid - Economic Options

    24/36 grit will sand aluminum and to a lesser extent tool steel. It rips the snot out of paint, even is mixed with sand.
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    How to choose an old 2-stroke 150/175 Merc

    One more thing. Some of the older 150HPV6 motors have the smaller diameter gearcase. I believe they are D/C by now. You likely want the larger diameter gearcase as I believe them to be more robust. Prop selection is also better as most of the 150HP and larger motors of all brands use it.
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    How to choose an old 2-stroke 150/175 Merc

    First of all, you want a V6 engine. The inline 6 engines are just too old and while a lot lighter, do not have the low end power of the V6. The V6 engines have not changed a lot in mechanical design since introduced and are a proven design. If you buy a motor older than 10 years, your...
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    2003 Optimax 135 HP Warning Buzzer

    Do you have an overheat alarm described in your owners manual?
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    Dash got ripped out!

    The harness from the dashboard to the plug on the engine should be a MerCruiser one. I expect it will be available from MerCruiser or Sierra. The wiring that powers the gauges and other stuff light like nav lights, would be Rinker. You will likely need to make that one up yourself or find a...
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    1989 Mercury outboard lower unit question

    Every Merc that I have seen has a coupler on the upper shift shaft.
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    1993 60 evinrude missing above 3000 rpm once warm

    It could be fuel supply is too little above 3000rpm. Pump the primer bulb as you accelerate and see if it clears up.
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    Building a tackle drawer unit

    You can likely buy the plastic lure holders at a department store. You can also likely find some plastic drawers as well. 1/4" luan plywood can make the horizontal partitions, and 3/8 Luan plywood for the "carcass". Some good spar urethane to seal the plywood and brass, bronze, chrome plated...
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    Boat to store inside garage ?

    The height of the boat on the trailer is also a concern, especially if it has a windshield.
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    Non-Skid - Economic Options

    Gee, paint stores sell special fine sand for that purpose. I would expect grits, being organic, will rot away, after some wear by the feet/shoes. Boat stores will have self-stick anti slip vinyl as well.
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