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    LU holes - normal or not (pics)

    Got the boat out on Saturday. What a beautiful day. First time out since impeller change. The engine ran great and water cirulated well.<br /><br />While putting the boat away, I noticed three small holes in the lower unit that I haven't noticed before. I'm hoping they are just drain holes...
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    Another success thanks to you!

    I successfully replaced my impeller and associated parts last night. I was mostly worried about the shaft being seized, but it came off no problems at all. You just never know if the last owner performed regular service or not.<br /><br />My old impeller didn't look that bad:<br /><br /> <br...
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    Impeller p/n and last minute advice

    I am going to drop the lower unit tonight in preparation for replacing the impeller or entire water pump kit, depending on how things look in there. I have done quite a bit of reading on here and have a repair manual. I am praying that the lower unit isn't rusted to the shaft.<br /><br />Can...
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    where to get rubber to cover guide-ons

    I recently bought a boat and the trailer has very nice guides that stick up about 2 feet above the trailer making it easy to see when loading the boat. <br /><br /> <br /><br />As you can see, however, these guides are made of about 2 inch angle iron. So, the first time my boat touched one of...
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    24v trolling motor hookup help

    I have done a complete search and have found some info relating to this, but not really what I am looking for.<br /><br />I bought a boat that has a MinnKota foot controlled 12/24 trolling motor. It has 3 wires coming from it. I currently am only using two of them, red and black, to go to my...
  6. J

    What is the plate with holes that covers the carbs on Merc 850? ...and more

    Man, I have had allot of questions. You haven't let me down yet. I love web forums.<br /><br />Upon inspection of my recent purchase I have found the following:<br /><br />1) There are about 4 studs that come out of the top of the motor that appear to be for holding on a cover over the...
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    Best method for cleaning outside of motor

    I am new to the outboard ownership world. I did a search and didn't find any info on this. <br /><br />After removing the cowling to inspect the engine, I see years of oil and junk on the outside of the engine. What is the best way to thoroughly clean it up? I have used engine degreasers on...
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    Not your typical "what year" question (pic)

    I was told this motor was a 1976 when I bought it. Even the motor title says it is. However, from what I've learned on this board (thanks to everyone here) from the serial number charts and color schemes, I think this motor is more likely a 1975. What do you think? (see s/n in sig)<br /><br />
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    Advice Please - Light switch turns on bilge sometimes.

    I bought my boat a few months back. The old 5 slot fuse block had loose contacts and sometimes I had to jiggle it to get the bilge, aerator, or lights to come on. So, I replaced it. The new fuse block I bought didn't have an area designed to connect all the ground wires to like the old one...
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    Help ID Boat (pic)

    I bought this recently. I know it is a 1975 16ft. Astroglass bass boat, but does anyone know if there is a model name? Also, the identification tag is gone so does anyone know what the specs are, such as max. weight and horsepower or is there a generic formula to calculate these? <br /><br...
  11. J

    Mercury 850 looses power after warm

    I ran the outboard on the used boat I bought for the first time this past weekend. See signature for specs. After getting it started it idled good and ran great for the first 15 minutes. I could go from idle to WOT with no hesitation and no problem. Then, it got to where it would idle fine...
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