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    Merc 800 Reverse Problem

    Really hoping I can get some help figuring this one out... I've been chasing this problem for a while now. See http://forums.iboats.com/forum/engine-repair-and-maintenance/mercury-mariner-outboards/549720-1978-merc-800-shift-cam and...
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    Tilt Retro Fit Help

    I'm pretty sure I already know the answer to my question, but I want to make sure so I don't miss out on a good opportunity. I have a 1978 model 800 outboard (serial 4832396) that currently had relies on man power to raise and lower. I've been trying to keep an eye out for parts to retro fit...
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    1978 Merc 800 Shift Cam

    So last summer, I was having trouble going into reverse, you can get some details HERE Anyways, I've pulled the lower unit apart, and as WingedWheel suggested, it looks like my shift cam is bad. The rest of the lower unit looks like it has recently been worked on (at least since '78), but the...
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    1984 Chrysler 15hp piston ring

    I have a 1984 montgomery ward /sea king / chrysler 15hp outboard, model VWB 52120 The long of the short is I broke one of the piston rings while working on it, but it probably wouldn't hurt to replace all four while I have it apart. My problem is I'm having trouble making finding the right part...
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    Shifting Problems in Lower unit

    So, long story short, I had a shifting problem, and I've traced it to the lower unit. When I pull the lower unit off, and am working with the small gear that rotates to put it in gear, it is MUCH easier to get it into forward than reverse. Is this something that I can take the unit apart and...
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    9.9 to 15 help

    So I've been thinking about trying the 9.9 to 15 conversion on my '89 9.9SF outboard. So i followed this link from another forum http://www.yamaha-motor.com/outboard/parts/home.aspx and put in the info... Did a bunch of searching through the parts, and came up with one main difference - the...
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    Through Transom Bolts??

    Finally got my outboard all fixed up, and I'm getting ready to install it. I was originally planning on using aluminum bolts, since the bracket on the outboard is aluminum, and that was there is no change of galvanic corrosion... But it seems like SS is used as much or more. Is this namely due...
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    What are these "ports"??

    So I have a '78 800 merc I've been fixing up. After replacing most of the fuel components, I finally have it running, and it seems to be running fairly well, but its doing something I don't think its supposed to. There are two small "ports" on the motor (indicated by the red arrows in the...
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    Shift Shaft/Lower Unit Help

    Long story short, I've taken my 1978 800 Merc and given it an overhaul. I've just finished replacing what needed it in the water pump, and am trying to get my lower unit put back in. The good news: I've managed to "correctly" (ie everything lined/hooked up) about 8 times now. The bad news is...
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    Bracket Help!!!

    I've been a long time looker, and finally decided to join up in hopes that you guys could help me through my boat's "fix up" Long of the short, I have an older Fabuglass Tri-Hull that I'm working on. Right now I'm in the process of replacing my transom as it was toast. So, of course, step one...
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    Bracket Help!!!

    I've been a long time looker, and finally decided to join up in hopes that you guys could help me through my boat's "fix up" Long of the short, I have an older Fabuglass Tri-Hull that I'm working on. Right now I'm in the process of replacing my transom as it was toast. So, of course, step one...
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