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I have a 1976 Ebko Marquis 1650 model #21407 with a mercruiser 140hp 3.0L motor (Engine Serial #: 4514635, stern drive serial #: 4533512). Bought it winterized and it had not run for almost 2 years. Replaced starter and spark plugs immediately, as well as cleaned up points and checked all lines...
Just bought a 1977 Ebko Marquis 1650. As of two years ago it was running smooth (according to previous owner that is). Once it was winterized for that season, it has sat until I bought it just a week ago. The boat itself is in surprisingly great shape (cosmetically) - but my issues lie with the...