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    Looking for 83 70 hp Evinrude power tnt unit

    Need some help finding a power tilt and trim unit for 1983 70 hp Evinrude or suitable substitute. I thought I had one but the unit was bad. I have a bad back and manually lifting this motor is a b*tch. Thanks for any assistance.......Paul
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    1983 70 HP Evinrude power tilt/trim diagram

    I have a 83 70 hp Evinrude that does not have a power tnt. I am considering changing over to a power tnt off a 87 Johnson 115. Will the tnt off the 115 work on the 83 70 hp? Also, where can I find a diagram of the hydraulic actuator unit? Curious as how the valves inside the actuator work...
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    5.7 Mercruiser Starter Help

    I need to know which wires hook up to the starter on a 1997 5.7 Mercruiser starter. I am helping a friend change the starter. He was supposed to write down the wiring pattern when he removed the original starter and he misplaced his notes. My Clymer manual has the wiring diagram but doesn't...
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    Burned electrode and no compression

    Engine: 1997 5.7 Mercruiser Problem: Number 2 plug has electrode burned off and no compression on that cylinder. Engine overheated. Question: I am helping a friend with his boat and we found the above problem. What would cause loss of compression and burned plug electrode? Would a stuck valve...
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    Shift Interrupter Switch Testing

    1989 Mercruiser 5.7 with Alpha One stern drive. I recently replaced the lower shift cable and am having trouble with hard shifting from forward/reverse to neutral. I am fairly sure the problem is the shift interrupter switch. My question is how do I test the shift switch and where can I find an...
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    Swim Platform Ladder?

    I have a 23' Wellcraft Eclipse with a swim platform. I would like to install a foldup/stowaway boarding ladder on my swim platform. What is the best way to mount ladder to platform so it won't be in the way.
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    1989 Wellcraft Eclipse Specs

    I recently purchased a 1989 Wellcraft Eclipse 233. The owner doesn't have an owners manual and I am looking for info on this boat. Specifically: Fuel Tank Capacity and Weight. Also looking for an owner's manual. Thanks in advance for any info you can share. Paul..
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    1999 50 hp Merc 4 stroke running rough

    Above 2200 rpm motor runs fantastic. As soon as throttle below 2200 it runs like crap. I have changed plugs, rebuilt fuel pump, changed fuel filter and fuel supply line. Tried another fuel tank (fresh fuel) in case of water. Still runs like crap below 2200 rpm. Have not touched the carbs. Any...
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    1988 175 hp Johnson Water Flow Diagram

    I am having a heating problem with the right bank of cylinders on my 175 Johnson. I have changed T-stats and pressure releif fittings and pulled water jacket cover plates to check for blockage and everything is clean. I am having a little problem finding a schematic/diagram that shows the...
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    Johnson Head Temp

    I recently replaced the water impellor and thermostats on my 1988 175 hp Johnson. I checked the head temp with a laser thermometer. All three heads on the left bank were running 135 degrees; the right cylinders were reading, from top to bottom, 145, 165, and 178 degrees. Can anyone tell me what...
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    Oil/Fuel Mixture tester

    Is there some type of tester to check the fuel/oil mixture ratio sort of like a hydrometer used to check batteries?
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    Aftermarket TNT for 70 Evinrude

    I have a 1983 70 hp Rude that doesn't have electric TNT. I have some back problems and it is literally a pain raising the motor manually while on the boat. Has anyone ever installed an aftermarket TNT on an OMC outboard and if so where would be a good place to start looking for one?
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    POLI GLOW Glass Finish

    Anyone use the Poli Glow fiberglass hull finish and if so what were the results? I have a black hull 20' Chaparral that has some oxidation that needs some work. I have tried other marine polishes to bring the shine back but they don't seem to work. Any advise is appreciated. Paul..
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    5 hp Briggs & Stratton Outboard Info

    Anyone own or ever use one of the small B&S air cooled outboard engines? I can get a 5hp 2005 model at a really good price and was looking for info or comments on its reliability.
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    Are Suzukis dependable engines

    Thinking of buying a 1988 200 hp Suzuki for a really good price. I have owned many Johnson/Evinrudes and Mercs but never a Zuke and don't know of anyone who owns one to ask. Are the Zukes dependable engines?
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