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  1. Justinde

    Selling some Gauges- where do I post?

    Hi Guys My Force 125 came with some brand new OMC gauges. A trim gauge p/n 0174679 and a tacho/sys check p/n 0177107. Both are unopened in the box. Where should I post the ad? Also, is it better to ebay the items? Happy to send o/seas if buyer pays. I have no idea what they are worth, but they...
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    Compression & Spark Results 1988 Force 125hp

    HI All I did a compression test today ( 125 not revving past about 3800rpm) and the results are as follows- top to bottom: 1: 120 p.s.i 2: 120 p.s.i 3: 130 p.s.i 4: 120 p.s.i Spark is excellent on all plugs. I did notice something with the throttle, however. When the boat was stopped, in...
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    Bit slow Down Under

    Hi All I don't know if its because Oprah was here:confused::confused::confused: but I am YET to get my xmas present on the water! Anyhow, the Engine is a 125HP Force, and I noticed the prvious owner has installed an aftermarket fuel filter. Its a big one too. Would this be starving the engine...
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    Gearbox noise when idling

    Hi All I have still yet to do a compression test/spark test, however, my 125 force revving to about 3800 rpm maybe something different before I start testing. I started my boat today on the earmuffs, and could hear a 'grinding' noise from the lower case. Even though the gearbox was overhauled...
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    Merry christmas to me!

    Hi All I just picked up my boat. Force custom bowrider 17ft. Was just looking through the goodies and extras, and found a Clymer full colour shop manual for Chrysler/Force 3.5-140hp- 1966-1988. Gold. Now I dont need to buy one! Can't wait for a drive. Also, again, I'll let you all know the '...
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    Is there anything you wouldn't attempt?

    Hi All When I pick up my boat on Tuesday, I will post the compression results and spark results ( not revving past 3800rpm), however, every mechanic I talk to just tries to sell me a new motor. My engine has had the gearbox done, powerhead done, ignition done, waterpump done, new pistons...
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    My new force

    HI all I am yet to pick up my new boat, but it has a 125hp Force in a circa 1988 model ( can confirm later), but I took it for a drive and wide open throttle was 3500 rpm and an indicated 35mph. The boat is a 17ft force custom bowrider. The seller has recent reciepts for pretty much a complete...
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