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    When checking compression, do I need to ground the boots? If so, how?

    Hi - I'm new to checking compression. Can I just unplug all boots, remove all plugs, and then go cylinder by cylinder with the pressure gauge? Thanks.
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    If I wanted to sell my '98 Force 90HP -- what is the market like out there?

    Long story short - I bought a Bayliner with a 90HP Force '98. The engine runs great except the idle is kind of finicky and every time I take this out, I just don't have confidence in this motor -- or maybe better put, I don't have confidence (or the time) in myself to get this motor up to 100%...
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    Dies from Idle to Gear - mixture screw-specific adjustment ('98 Force 90HP)

    Putting aside all other adjustments to timing, reed valves, idle screw, etc. - if my motor is SOMETIMES dying from idle to gear, would that usually be an indication of too lean or too rich? If too lean, I want to adjust mixture screws on all three carbs 1/4 out; if too rich, I want to adjust...
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    How do I get a sample from the gas tank to check for water ('98 Force 90HP)?

    I'm assuming there's a bleed valve or something? Thanks, all.
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    Everyone feel comfortable with this setup?

    Instead of muffs, I’m filling up my recycling bin. Looks like the prop is clear. This OK? I can’t see why not.
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    '98 Force 90HP Manual?

    Hi all - I know there's a sticky for boat manuals, and I tried looking through it to find the manual for my motor, but it was super confusing (and my computer wasn't properly running flash). Any help would be appreciated.
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    1998 Bayliner Trophy - Why can’t I just plug the scuppers?

    Water is coming into the boat when there is 4 adults and weight shifts to the back. Everyone’s feet get wet, and if someone has a bag on the deck, it’s an issue. I see no need for these stupid things. I get their function, but I’d rather just plug them and manually bail out the water with a...
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    Wet around enrichment valve where it meets carb bowl?

    1998 Force 90HP Issue I've been having is that the motor runs great, except when I go from throttle to neutral -- 9/10 times it dies. Starts back up fine, but then I shift into gear, go a bit, and then back off into neutral -- dead. I've been going through the carb and timing tutorial I found...
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