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    Replaced 3 way (nav/off/anchor) 6 pin switch on 93 tracker pro 17

    OK, I am blind. The new switch lights up in both positions like it is supposed to, was just hard to see with the sun up. I think you may be correct in that they are supposed to all light up in the anchor position. Maybe somebody that owns or has owned an old tracker will stumble upon this and...
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    Replaced 3 way (nav/off/anchor) 6 pin switch on 93 tracker pro 17

    Before I replaced the switch, the lights only turned on for each switch when it was in the on position. Forgot to mention with the new switch the light turns on in navigation mode, but does not light in anchor mode. It's as if the juice meant to power the switch goes to the bilage switch...
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    Replaced 3 way (nav/off/anchor) 6 pin switch on 93 tracker pro 17

    the original switch had a broken prong. Wired up exactly the way it was 1-6 and it works except when in anchor position the led lights on the bilage and livewell switches turn on. The pumps don't turn on just the led lights on the switches. No issues at all when in the navigation (nav and...
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    1973 Mercury 500 control box (key ignition, choke, shift-interrupter, tach connector) wiring questions

    For anyone else doing this: Credit John White from JustAnswerBoat: "Switch Terminal Translation B = Battery I = Ignition S = Start M = Magneto C = Choke Wire Color To Switch Terminal Red - Connect to B terminal White - Connect to I terminal (may be more than 1 wire) Yellow - Connect to...
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    1973 Mercury 500 control box (key ignition, choke, shift-interrupter, tach connector) wiring questions

    Just did a test run and it worked perfect. Time to solder it all together. The new switch is a bit longer but it does just barley fit. Thanks again for your help!
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    Reflooring boat for the 3rd time, still looking for a working combo of wood/glue for longevity.

    Thanks for the suggestion, I will look into it. Do I coat the entire board or just the top surface and edges? Thanks, Aaron
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    Reflooring boat for the 3rd time, still looking for a working combo of wood/glue for longevity.

    Good suggestion, didn't know they made stuff like this. I will look into it. Thanks, Aaron
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    Reflooring boat for the 3rd time, still looking for a working combo of wood/glue for longevity.

    "...exterior, water-based, marine grade glue (Henry's if I remember correctly)."
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    Reflooring boat for the 3rd time, still looking for a working combo of wood/glue for longevity.

    Old bass tracker. Stored outside, always covered when not in use with the drainplug pulled and front elevated in case of cover failure. Stored covered in a shed for 4 years of the last build. Used pressure treated plywood that was sealed with two coats of Thompsons. Been 10 years and the...
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    Reflooring boat for the 3rd time, still looking for a working combo of wood/glue for longevity.

    First time I purchased expensive 3/4" Marine-grade plywood. It rotted in < 4 years. Second time I used 3/4" treated plywood and an exterior, water-based, marine grade glue (Henry's if I remember correctly). The wood lasted, but the glue only held for 2 years. I am ready for round 3 and want...
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    1973 Mercury 500 control box (key ignition, choke, shift-interrupter, tach connector) wiring questions

    Thank you for the help Chris! I am going to get the parts I need ordered and try to get it put together next week. I'll let you know how it goes.
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    1973 Mercury 500 control box (key ignition, choke, shift-interrupter, tach connector) wiring questions

    Here is the diagram of the wiring. https://maxrules.com/oldmercs/Wiring/1966ona/26A.jpg The wire harness connecting to the control box has 7 wires z(black, white, red, yellow, gray, brown, and a color I can only describe as peach or salmon- I am guessing the "tan" on in the diagram?) The...
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    Help removing propeller shaft bearing housing that is pressed into the carriage.

    The prop shaft roller/needle bearings fell out during a re-installation, after replacing the prop shaft seals. I was able to locate all but 1... So now I will have to replace the prop shaft bearing. I will have to pull the newly installed seals to get to the bearing housing. My question is does...
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    1973 Mercury 500 50 HP Thunderbolt Ignition model # 3482627 Spark Advance/Throttle ?s

    My brother just replaced the plugs, wires, rebuilt the Carbs and fuel pump because the motor would not keep it's prime and would die at idle and low speed. This did not fix the problem completely. I found a couple of air leakes around the fuel pump and fixed them myself. Now the motor will...
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