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    Mercruiser Timing Advance Problem

    (Thanks everyone that helped me solve the no spark problem in my previous thread.):):):) 1977 Merc 351 Windsor, 233hp, 2bbl, points ign, mechanical advance, inboard single screw. Initial problem: Not reaching max rpm range at WOT. Maxing at 3,400, then starts to stutter and lose power...
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    Mercruiser no spark - UPDATE 8/28/09 SOLVED

    1977 Merc 351 windsor 233hp, pertronix elec ignitor II ign, flamethrower coil, 2bbl No spark at distributor, motor just cranks. I'm following Don S.'s flowchart on ignitions, but am stuck on step 3. 1) connected voltmeter from positive coil post to ground with inition key turned on and got...
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    Power loss, missing, coughing at high rpms

    I've done a lot of work on the engine and boat side this season, with help from some threads on the forum. 1977 Mercruiser 351 233hp, 2 bbl, elec ign, raw water. I now have one remaining problem whenever it gets above 3,500rpms. It should be able to WOT to 4,500 rpms, but when I throttle...
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    recommendation for replacement carburetor carb

    I have a 2 bbl carb on a Ford Mercruiser 351 windsor 233hp, w/ elec choke and mechanical advance. Does anyone who knows about carbs have a specific suggestion on a replacement, including model and where to buy it. I've been looking around the web and it seems like one can be had for under...
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    Still sputtering at WOT

    I have a Trojan F-25, inboard Merc 351W 233hp 2bbl with correct prop and clean hull. The boat will not get to about 3500 rpms. It's rated for 4,200. When I push it above 3500rpms at WOT it starts sputtering. I've been going through the systems to find the solution. So far I've done as...
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    Maintaining mechanical fuel pump

    I'm going through the fuel system from the pump backwards to the tank, checking for leaks, checking fittings, vacuum from the pump, etc. The manual suggests, during fuel system maintenance, to take the mechanical fuel pump apart to inspect and clean, and to replace failing parts as needed...
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    wireless router running on 12 volt

    Hi, Is there a wireless router that runs from DC 12-volt? I have a PORT NETWORDS client bridge antenna that I use to pick up the internet, which is DC 12 volt. I'd like to put the bridge into a wireless router so I can have internet access from anywhere on the boat, and so guests w/ laptops...
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    Anyone have a "right hand" Merc 351 Windsor 233? Firing Order.

    I can't figure out the firing order for the "right hand" - counter rotation - Mercruiser 351 Windsor. Anyone know. It's seems that the firing order in the Iboat online manual contradicts or doesn't include the specific right hand order. Thanks, WW
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    How to set the distributor?

    Hi, I have a single inboard Mercruiser 351 233hp 2bbl on a 25 foot Trojan Cabin. I'm putting in a new distributor w/ elec ignition and manual spring advance (no vacuum). It comes with three sets of springs and three different advance limiters. The first spring set advances pretty quick, 24...
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    Broken spring weights in distributor

    I'm curious as to an opinion on loss of power caused by broken spring weights. I've had a problem getting up to top rpms and have been checking one thing at a time trying to solve this. This past weekend I was installing a Pertronix electronic ignition, and when I pulled the plate off the...
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    Mosquitos on Chesapeake Bay?

    We're going to boat around the Northern Chesapeake for a week, starting this Sunday 7/28 - cruising down from Philadelphia, thru the C&D canal. In terms of anchoring in the Bay, how are the Mosquitos out there? Also, any general tips on achorages or things to do would be appreciated. Thanks, WW
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    Help with operating Kenyon alcohol electric stove

    I picked up a 1999 model Kenyon single burner alcohol electric stove. It is pressurized with a pump. There is a knob on the rear trim that I can't identify. It can be pulled up. When up, it raises a metal pencil shaped rod underneath the trim that seems to actuate something electronic. Does...
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