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    How big (small) of motor should I get?

    I have a small 16ft Fiberglass runabout. It curently has an 80hp Merc. I'm thinking of going smaller. I don't need or want to ski of pull tubes... just cruise around with less noise and better fuel economy... how small can I go? 40? 50?
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    I'm a dumb arse!

    Help... In my excitement to get the boat in the water I accidently hooked up the battery backwards (reverse polarity) on my 1971 Merc 800 (80HP 4 cyl). Now I have no spark!... what do you think I blew out?
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    What is a "poppet'/"relief valve"

    Whatis a "poppet'/"relief valve"... does it have something to do with cooling?
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    71 Merc 800 cooling question (from newbe)

    I never noticed the water spitting/spraying out of a port just below the powerhead and to the rear before. I know it dosen't when I have the flushing hose on... only when in the water. Is this normal? I've seen posts regarding "relief valves/ports" is that what it is? If so, what is it's...
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