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    torque specs for mercriuser...?

    Thanks in advance for your responses. I have a mercruiser(model MCM165) 165hp in-line 4 cyl.(224 CID). #116345 was stamped on the engine. It came off of a 1988 Renken. I 'm wondering what the torque values are for the head, cam shafts, etc... Any help would be greatly appreciated. We're...
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    Can a Tachometer be put on ANY engine?

    Mine is a 1988 40 hp johnson and I'm just curious...meaning I'm really just looking for one more possible way to spend money on the boat! ;) Thanks in advance ya'll- Lewis
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    Is my 8' VHF antenna a Lightning Rod

    I have an end-fed 8' VHF antenna on my 15 motorboat. The manual says, "No internal or external ground is required." What about lightning? Am I safe without it grounded in some fashion? Thanks -Lewis
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    How do I adhere a rear-view mirror to a Plexiglass windshield?

    I have a 1968 Starcraft with either a plexiglass or lexan windshield, I'm not sure which? Is there a special type of adhesive for plastic? I wanna install the rear-view for towing skiers and such. -Thanks -Lewis
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    Putting Cuddy cruiser wiper motor in my 1968 Starcraft

    Do I need anything besides an in-line fuse near the battery and a dash switch? The wiper motor is 12v as is my boat battery. -Thanks --lewis
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    1988 Johnson 40 hp VRO (What is the best possible spark plug?)

    I recently learned that JOhnson recommends the use of Champion's "QL" type spark plugs for use on all VRO models. Is this info up-to-date? Is there a superior replacement. I know they do a great deal of testing to determine the best spark plug but the specification chart I read is only...
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    1988 40hp Johnson VRO(what part is this???)

    Can anyone help me identify this part? I pulled my carbs and VRO for cleaning. While I was in the engine I pulled my High Jet Lines(?)(the very thin ones) off to run a thin wire down them for any obstructions. I accidentally broke the tiny plastic nozzle(not on the carb side...on the other...
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    1988 40 h.p Johnson V.R.O (Victim of Bad Gas?)

    Hello All! This is my first post, but not my first motor. I recently purchased an 88' 40h.p V.R.O on a 17' 1968 Starcraft boat. The gentlemen I bought it from said that he was getting rid of it because it would periodically bog down. Not being a very mechanically inclined individual, he had...
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