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I recently acquired another motor for $150. It is a 1978 Mercury 4.5 HP. When I received it the fuel pump (which appears to be a replacement) did not have the vacuum pulse line connected from the block to the pump. Also the vacuum pump itself had been shoved down onto the back of the kill...
In the instructions to tune-up my motor I am following it says, "You should also be able to touch the cylinder head and crankcase with your fingers and not get burnt." This is not the case for me. I just replaced the impeller and cleaned out the water passages throughout the entire motor and I...
I am new to the forum and outboards in general. I have always wanted to learn more about engines and also was looking for a cheap way to have fun with the wife and kids on the Weeki Wachee River near my home. I found a 9ft Seaworthy inflatable for $100 and a 1958 Johnson Seahorse 5 1/2 HP...
