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Hi, once again I am here asking for advice. I purchased a 305 merc 99/00 on ebay and it turns out that it does not have the ECM on it anymore! Does anyone know first if you can run with out it and second where I can get one without losing my right leg? Used is fine since I know they rarely...
I am installing a 305 into my newly built boat, any thoughts on what to look out for? It is an I/O and the engine is a 2000 mercruiser w/ alpha 1 outdrive. What about engine drive alignment? Do I have to get one of those $100 tools? Thanks!
Hi, I bought a 305 99/00 on ebay and the damn thing doesn't have the pulleys on the front or any of the gear where the out drive attaches. <br /><br />The last part MIGHT be a good thing? I was thinking since it doesn't have the bell housing or the coupler/flywheel, could I use an older Alpha...
I bought an engine on ebay and there were a few parts missing. Namely, the flywheel, starter, bellhousing, connector bering plate thingy for outdrive, front pulleys for serpant belt, alt and pulley, and water pump and pulley and anything else that I am missing for the front of the engine. I...
The engine will turn over then stop (like something fired at the wrong time and stoped the engine cold) then it will continue to turn over and repeat. I noticed wires were loose on the connection between the strator and the power pack. I put them back in and the problem started then. Did I...
Hi, Just got done rebuilding my engine and to my suprise it started!! :) However after a bit of fine tuning (and running fine) I took it down to the ramp for a test run and it was hard to start and then there was a buzz and a crackle. Sounded electric and then I had nothing. No power at...
I have a 150 '88 Evinrude that needs to be bored and sleaved in one cylinder. I am in the process of pulling the head and I can't seem to get it to budge. I have taken off the two bolts in the back and the four in the front and the lower cowling to see if there are any others that need to be...
I know this has been discussed before, but I can't seem to find it in the archives. <br /><br />Why can't I drop an old big block car engine into my boat and maybe upgrade it to a EFI? I know it will rotate in the opposite direction, but can't I just get a counter rotating outdrive? I'll...
I know this has been discussed before, but I can't seem to find it in the archives. <br /><br />Why can't I drop an old big block car engine into my boat and maybe upgrade it to a EFI? I know it will rotate in the opposite direction, but can't I just get a counter rotating outdrive? I'll...
Hi, I'm building a 24' La Paz and I am deciding on what type of engine to put in. I am leaning towards a I/O. What are the benefits and draw backs of the I/O?<br /><br />Thanks!<br />Mike
Hi, I am building a 24' boat and I was wondering what the benefits of a I/O over the outboard. I have heard that they are more efficient and reliable, but I have also heard that this is changing. Obviously size is a drawback. Anything else?<br /><br />Thanks<br />mike
