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    Merc 9.8 110 Fuel Leak on Carb

    Hi, My 1970 Mercury 9.8 HP 110 outboard has a major fuel leak on the carb. When I pump the gas tank, the hole above the float housing on the carb shoots gas. This hole must be there for some reason, but I can't imagine that much gas coming out is a good thing. The hole is right above the...
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    Mercury 9.8 110 - How do I adjust the float?

    Hi, I'm not sure how to adjust the float on my 1970 Mercury 9.8 110 outboard. There's two bolts that hold the housing on the carburetor that the float is in. Is there a way to adjust the float without taking the carburetor off? If I have to take it off, how do I adjust it? The float has a...
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    1970 Mercury 9.8 110 starts but wont stay running

    Hi, I have a 1970 Mercury 9.8 110 that I just bought (it had been in a basement for 15+ years and running before). It looks to be in excellent condition. I rebuilt the carb (seals, needle and seat) and put in a new diaphram. Anyway, it starts after the first few pulls (the first time), but...
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