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Hi guys,
I've got an '81 18ft Beachcraft with a 200hp black max outboard. I just bought the boat and went for the maiden voyage the other day. Thankfully the motor ran well. However I noticed the steering was very stiff. I also noticed the boat sat level in the water when stationary however...
Hi guys,
bought my first boat and have a question. I've got a 1981 18ft Beachcraft with a mid '80's (I'm guessing) 200hp Mercury black max outboard. I know I have to mix fuel and oil 50:1. Am I ok to use regular 87 to fill it up with? Do I just dump the oil in with the fuel or is there a...
