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    Kicker Mount Suggestions

    I have a 21 foot I/O with swim platform and would like to mount an outboard to get me home if the I/O fails. I would like to know what is the best way to approach this, thanks.
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    My missing part

    I am missing something on my 83 Mercruiser. Underneath the lower unit, just under where the trim hoses screw in I am missing something. There are two bolts and I can see something corroded away that they held on. Now there is a hole that lets water into the bilge. I think it may be something...
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    Prop repair

    Where is the best place to send a prop for repair? Any sugestions?
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    Thermostat gasket confusion

    I have a 1983 merc 228. I bought a new thermostat and gasket set and one gasket is normal (2 bolt holes and a hole in the center for water.) The second gasket is solid with the exception of the bolt holes. I have checked my manuals I can't find any reference to this. Has any one used this?
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    Trim cylinder swap

    Does anyone know if the trim cylinders from a 79 merc (I or MR) can be installed on a 84 Alpha? The 79's are a little different, they are a smaller diameter but otherwise appear to compatable.
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    Can't be done Alignment!

    This is not my first alignment, just my worst. I am attempting shaft alignment on 350 w/ alpha 1 (1983 / 84) I can get perfect alignment when I have tension on the hoist, then I tighten the mounts and loosen the hoist and the alignment tool is stuck in the coupler. It seems that the back of...
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    305 to 350???

    Hello, I have a 83 Century 228HP (chevy 305) with a cracked block. Since I'm replacing the block I thought I might put in a 350 but I don't know if the Thunderbolt Ignition and carb will interchange. (or other potential problems) Would like to hear advise on this. Thanks
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    Fuel Pump Line

    I am converting my 4.3 v6 4bbl to an electric fuel pump and there is a clear line that runs from the old fuel pump to the carb. Does anyone know what this is? Can I just plug it?
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    mercruiser 4.3 flywheel

    I am converting my 1986 4.3 2 piece crank seal to a 1989 1 piece (block was cracked and I purchased newer motor) I now need a 14" flywheel with a 3" bolt pattern but I am only finding them for the 5.0 v8. I think these are the same but am wondering if anyone knows for sure. Also are ther...
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