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    Can't remove the lower unit on a Johnson 9.9

    I drained the gear oil, removed the six bolts, and the lower unit dropped down maybe an 1/8th of an inch, and that was it. Wiggle, pull, it did not come out. What am I missing? While at this, where do you find the model number on the Johnson 9.9? I've looked and can't find anything but...
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    88 Capri 1952CK

    Bought the 88 Capri 1952CK not too long ago and have not had many opportunities to enjoy it. Why, it needs repairs. Thus far I am winning the game, it does run and I have had it in the water. Learned of more problems that day and in about a week, all those problems will have been repaired...
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    Outdrive will not go up or down

    88 Bayliner, 5.0 engine, checked the fuses, all OK. Checked the connectors, all good. Only get the clicking of the relays when I try to raise it up or down. Had this problem before, disconnected the battery to work on it, found nothing wrong, hooked the battery back up and it worked. Tried...
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    I hope someone has an answer for this weird one.

    A bit ago we took the boat out, Bayliner 19', with OMC 230 hp V8. The outdrive went down fine once we launched. It ran fine going out, on the way back the motor started surging and I guessed it had water in the fuel. So we limped back to the ramp and put the boat back on the trailer. I...
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    5.0 will not turn over

    I just bought the boat, even drove it and it ran fine. After doing a good cleaning, (hull and passenger area) we took it out and launched it, only it would not start. The sound was as though the battery was low. It did start to turn over, but just seemed to run out of juice. I could hear a...
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    Re-Building a 3.0 140 hp

    I know there is nothing major wrong with this engine as it does run, but only on three cylinders. So I'm assuming I'll be pulling the head and going from there. So, for those who have re-built the 3.0, is there anything you would have done different; mill the head, port and polish the head...
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    Replacment motor choice?

    I have a 1984 Mercruiser 3.0, 140 hp, that I think will be cheaper to replace than repair. What engine, with more horsepower, is the better fit for the 3.0? Replacement of drive could be included in this change as it looks pretty worn. Thanks John
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    Mercruiser 4.0 problems

    I finally got it to run with a new coil, points, etc., but once running I learned that there is water leaking from under the manifolds and cylinder #3 has low compression, like less than 50. With that, any clue as to what I will find when I get it apart? I'd like to be armed with the needed...
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    No Spark, and I've been through your procedures several times, same result.

    Mercruiser 140, older model, 1984. I cannot get any spark. I checked the voltage on the + side and it is 10 volts. Removed all the wires from the coil and tested for continuity and resistance, all is right as it should be. Replaced the coil, still no spark. Every check you have listed I...
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