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    1999 Yamaha 25hp pull cord replace procedure?

    I have the dreaded neutral safety switch issue so while tinkering with that figured I'd replace the frayed pull cord. Strange I cannot find any mentions of this task on the web! Anyway, anyone have any tips on this procedure after the the starter housing is pulled off? Tx!
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    1988 Merc 115 Carb/intake Question

    Hi there - kind of a continuation of an older post where my motor is not idleing and or getting the boat on plane. Not running past 3k RPM when in gear. My question is: I have 3 carbs, do all carbs work together into 1 common intake manifold? Or does each carb individually manage 2 cylinders...
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    Merc. 115 Inline 6 - poorly running ?

    1st time out this year and many issues. I know this is all a long shot but I thought I'd throw it out to see what you all think. 1989 Merc motor. 2.5 or 3 year old gas, full tank with stabile. Motor operated great last fall (October) This spring, in driveway I changed the water pump. Other...
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    Quicksilver tilt switch

    Hey gang - I can't find a part number for this switch. Thoughts? Its off a 1988 Merc 115 straight 6. Its A quicksilver control. The switch just nestles into the top of the throttle arm and a little bezel snaps in on top of it. I need to replace as the switch is sticking/broken. Tx! Garrett
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    Correct Anode Trim Tab?

    The mercury dealer swears that I have the correct part numbered anode on my motor. But doesn't it look too close to the propeller? (yup - correct prop!) What does everyone think?
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    Correct Trim Tab?

    Hey there, ideas on how to select the correct zinc trim tab. (the one that bolts behind the prop on the lower unit. I have a Merc. 115 1989 6 CYL.
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    Merc Lower Unit - Grease Nipple?

    Hi there - my manual doesn't show this grease zirc fitting. Anyone ever seen a grease fitting before in this location? I'd think the gearcase is lubricated with the standard lower unit oil/lube. If you can confirm this is where its supposed to be, can you tell me what grease to use? Many tx!
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    Spark Plub Torq?

    My 'official' Merc manual for my 1988 straight 6cyl 115 HP Merc doesn't tell me how tight to make my plugs! Anyone have this nugget of info! Tx!
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    tilt gauge - not working

    Any thoughts on trouble shooting a non operating tilt gauge? I have an 1988 Merc 115....
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