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    2 bunks vs 4 bunks

    Hello, We recently purchased a brand-new Crownline 19XS. Part of the purchase was a trailer upgrade. The stock trailer was painted, and we upgraded to an aluminum Load Rite trailer. The stock trailer (made by Heritage) has 4 bunks, but the Load Rite trailer we bought has only (2) 4x6 8-foot...
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    Grease on trailer brake pads

    I recently purchased a brand-new Load-Rite trailer equipped with brakes. This is the first trailer I've ever owned with brakes. Recenlty I discovered that one of the grease seals has failed, causing grease to leak out onto the brake components. Is it true that grease on brake pads ruins the...
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    1999 GS 180 O/B: is it worth it to repower it?

    Hello all, ​The outboard (Merc 150 efi 2-stroke) needs about $2100 in repairs (flywheel, stator, something I can't think of + labor) and I'm not going to put that amount of $$ into an 18-year old motor, especially since my boat guy is very sure the magnet that broke off the flywheel sent filings...
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    Replace starter drive gear or entire starter?

    Hello, The starter drive gear on my 1999 150 EFI is starting to wear down to the point where it doesn't always catch the teeth on the flywheel. It doesn't look like a big job to replace the drive gear, but thought I'd check here to see if I should do that or just get complete new starter...
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    how to switch from rollers to bunks

    Hello, I'm facing having to replace rollers on my trailer and am considering switching them for bunks for the following reasons: 1: Fewer moving parts to replace later on 2: Lower cost 3: More even support for the hull. What's the best method for switching? Thanks, John
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    bronze oil injection drive gear??

    Hello, I'm the 2nd owner of a 1999 Mercury 150 efi. The previous owner had a new "Quicksilver Repower" powerhead installed in 2003. After buying the boat, I took it to a Mercury dealer near us to have a new water pump installed, and while it was there I asked them to check the oil injection...
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    1999 150 efi overheat

    Hi all, My 1999 150 efi overheated the other day. In hindsight, it was my own fault--the boat was loaded to capacity and I was teaching my niece how to kneeboard, which means we were going at just the right speed to really work the engine hard, with the boat plowing through the water. I never...
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    steam from exhaust relief

    Hi all, The las 2 times I've run our 99 150 efii there has been steam coming from the exhaust relief at idle. I checked all the plugs and they look good, no steam coming from cylinders. The last 2 times running it has been near 100% humidity, so I'm wondering if that's the cause of the steam. It...
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    what happens after dropping 2 sizes in pitch?

    This may be a dumb question, but are there any symptoms (other than running at higher rpms) that a motor will show after switching to a lower pitch prop? I just switched from a prop that BARELY got my motor (99 Merc 150 efi) to the low end of the WOT range, to a prop that allows it to reach the...
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    1999 Merc 150 EFI prop size

    Hello, In searching for a second (spare) prop for my outboard, I've become overloaded with info and would really appreciate some guidance: Glastron GS180 (18 ft.) 1999 Merc. 150 EFI Current prop is a Michigan stainless 13" diameter x 21" pitch. This prop was on the boat when I bought it. With...
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    winterizing '78 9.9

    Hi, I'm winterizing my 9.9 Evinrude; does anyone know how to access the carburetor so I can drain the fuel from it? Thanks John
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    what does the anti-siphon valve do?

    Hi, I just spoke to a guy at Larson tech support who told me the anti-siphon valve prevents someone form inserting a hose in my gas tank and siphoning out my gasoline. Is this correct? Thanks, John
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    non-outboard 2-cycle oil was used--any damage??

    Hi, I loaned my 1978 9.9 Evinrude to my brother for his vacation; it turns out he used Quaker State 2-cycle oil, non-TCW-3; the label specifies it's for air-cooled engines in chain saws, weed eaters etc. but doesn't mention outboards. Will using this oil cause damage? I haven't used the motor...
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    Winter storage: fuel tank full or empty??

    Hello, This is our first time with a built-in gas tank and I'm wondering what is the best way to store it for our long Maine winter: full, empty, or in between?? Thanks, John
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    1999 150 EFI Intermittent Stalling

    Hello, Today our '99 Merc 150 EFI developed an intermittent stalling problem, both traveling at idle and up to about 3000 rpm. It would stall, but then would start right up again on the 1st turn of the key. It also takes about 3 turns of the key to start when warmed up, then it idles...
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