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    1974 Merc 65hp - timing belt help

    I noticed a few cracks in my timing belt. I already have a new belt, and have both an aftermarket manual and a shop manual. I think I understand the procedure pretty well, but I am curious about tools. Can I use any type of universal puller that I might find at an auto parts store, or do I...
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    1974 Mercury 65hp - water from spark plugs

    I finally reassembled everything after my tune-up with some help from the forums, put on the muffs, and started her up. It was the easiest start ever and sounded good. It was spitting water better than ever, but immediately noticed water coming from the spark plugs. I shut it down, checked...
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    1974 Mercury 650 - tune-up question

    I've searched the forums and can't really find what I need. I am doing a minor tune-up on my 65hp mercury (serial#4048369, 3-cyl). I popped off the distributor cap and found that it had a bit too much grease and it's all over the inside of the inside of the cap. Is this a problem? Can I and...
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    1974 mercury 65hp newbie owner

    Hi all. I bought an old boat this past summer and have quickly learned that this also means I have become a mechanic this past summer. While I am somewhat mechanically inclined, this is a whole new arena to me. I am having several problems that I would like to work through, but I thought I...
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