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    Little help Identifying this drive?

    No serial number on drive, I am replaceing shift cable and am not sure what serial group this drive falls under. HIN labels boat as a '79.
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    If you want the truth about Ethanol?

    Here is Mercury's view on ethanol. Hopefully this will clarify some of confusion. http://www.screencast.com/users/jeffersondodson561/folders/Default/media/2f7ec4ec-6a6c-4650-a705-9596153188b3 Look for: MYTHS OF ETHANOL.pdf or Unable to embed this content type. Download this media. - 1.31MB...
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    Yamaha f115 2003 water or gas in oil

    Re: Yamaha f115 2003 water or gas in oil Probably is the oil pump. You will need to pull the PH. Good idea to take it to a reputable shop. I would change the oil and let the engine run on the flushette out of the water. This will eliminate any exterior water intrusion. If you have water in...
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    Yamaha's View and History on Gasoline....

    This is why Yamaha created Ringfree A.K.A. Quickleen...
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    Question about Quick Start?

    When you set idle timing on engines equipped with QS do you have to ground out the temp switch telling the CDI engine is warmed up? Thanks.
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    Yamaha S250TXRX (1999 OX66 250) using 2x oil it should be...

    Re: Yamaha S250TXRX (1999 OX66 250) using 2x oil it should be... Disreguard the above was looking at S200X..., what I meant to say was if you divide the total pump output by six you should have 5.7-7.9 cc and the chart directs you to pump ID number 65L00 which according to your pics, you have...
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    Yamaha S250TXRX (1999 OX66 250) using 2x oil it should be...

    Re: Yamaha S250TXRX (1999 OX66 250) using 2x oil it should be... Ok just verified, your service manual tests all six lines, if you divide by six like individual oil injection you will get the 3.1-3.7 oil pump volume as in the 01 tech guide. So check if your oil pump id mark and make sure is...
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    Starting Problem with 40 hp 4 stroke EFI

    Re: Starting Problem with 40 hp 4 stroke EFI Here is a picture of the VST it is "K". I was in the Coast Guard for 6 years and have excellent VA benefits now, smartest decision I ever made. I was stationed on the Outer Banks NC at Oregon Inlet. Try draining the VST and see what comes out try...
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    1999 9.9 mercury hard starting

    Re: 1999 9.9 mercury hard starting Here is a chart of the 9.9 correct spark plug application.
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    merc no start, spark on left side cylinders no spark on right side of motor any help?

    Re: merc no start, spark on left side cylinders no spark on right side of motor any h What is your serial number? Does this engine have CDM's? If this is the one with CDM's, sounds like one of them is shorted to ground through the Emergency stop circuit.
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    Torque specs

    Re: Torque specs This is from the 04 rigging guide, it gives the best picture of bolt, washer, nut placement and torque specs. Make sure you put plenty of sealent on, I always used Lifecaulk. You know you have done a good job when your covered in the crap!
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    1997 Merc 75 HP - Oil Consumption High

    Re: 1997 Merc 75 HP - Oil Consumption High If the link rod becomes broken or unattached it will retract to the full WOT position of 50:1 ratio. As for the syncronization refer to attached:
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    03 225 optimax cutting out intermittently

    Re: 03 225 optimax cutting out intermittently The CPS is #21 and main power relay is #12
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    200hp VMAX EFI-- no start

    Re: 200hp VMAX EFI-- no start Have you checked this connector for proper connection? click on the image and press ctrl & the + button to make bigger. (ctrl & -) to make smaller.
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    200hp VMAX EFI-- no start

    Re: 200hp VMAX EFI-- no start Look over these items too.
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    200hp VMAX EFI-- no start

    Re: 200hp VMAX EFI-- no start This is the best I can do, do to size limitations.
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    225 Running Hot !!! FIXED!!!

    Re: 225 Running Hot !!! FIXED!!! The correct tstat opening is around 145 degrees. I may be mistaken but doesn't the gearcase with the bullet holes ram pick up use the volumetric impeller, I remember you shouldn't swap the alpha centrifical impeller for mercruiser volumetric not sure same for...
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    Testing for Alcohol in fuel?

    Just though I would check in with the people who are checking the fuel for alcohol content. Funny story (not so funny then, but have to laugh now), upon reading all of the service bulletins about alcohol from Mercury Marine I began testing the alcohol with their procedure. To those familiar...
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    F225 surges and misses over 4000 rpm

    Re: F225 surges and misses over 4000 rpm QUOTE=rodbolt;3001522] and there are 3 tech bullitens that potentially affect an F200/225 in 2003.
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    Motor wont turn off

    Re: Motor wont turn off Check for possible corrosion at the white wire at the harness connector at the engine, if clear check for continuity from the white wire to the remote control on the boat side, key switch. This diagram might help.
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