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    '86 DT-85 rectifier testing procedure ??

    Does anyone have the ohm values to test a rectifier for a 1986 Dt-85 ?? Also the ohm values for the optional replacement regulator/rectifier ?? I bought a used one from Ebay 2 years ago and I would like to test it before installing it. Honestly, I'm not even sure if it is the correct one. The...
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    2002 250 OX66 - any known problems??

    My friend just found one of these. The owner claims only 132 hours. Are there any known problems with these? Anything to look for when checking it out other than compression test?? Unfortunately it can't be sea trialed because it's off the boat. The price is $6995, is that a good price ...
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    Need Windshield-'87 16'CC

    I have a 1987 SportCraft 16' center console. Prior to my ownership, the previous owner took off the windshield to use the boat for fly fishing. As luck would have it, he lost it over the years and now I need one. I have a $1500 Lowrance GPS/plotter that I don't want to expose to water intrusion...
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    Will '84 DT-85 T/T fit '86 DT-85 ???

    I checked the part numbers out at Browns Point and they seem to be different although a lot of the individual parts are the same. They also look identical. The only different part numbers are the housings and pistons, the rest looks the same. Does anyone know if they are interchangeable ...
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    How to test a DT-115 Suzuki reg/rectifier???

    I have a chance to pick up a supposedly good, used one for cheap money, "working when engine dismantled" rectifier. I can't find my repair manual to see if there's any way to test one with a meter. Does anyone know what readings I might get?? Would it be the usual continuity one way and not...
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    Tip on removing trim/tilt cylinder caps

    I have a leaking trim cylinder and need to remove the caps to replace the seals on them. I can't seem to find a spanner to fit. Obviously I can't use heat either. The caps seem really tight. Does anyone have any tips/tricks for getting the cylinders apart ???? By the way, Happy Thanksgiving to...
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    Boat loads crooked on all-roller trailer

    I have a 16' SportCraft CC and an EZ Loader trailer that did not come with the boat. I adjusted the trailer to fit the boat, but we are having a problem. Every time we load, the boat loads off to one side. The only problem that I can find is that the 4 roller sets in the back are a bit stiff to...
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    DT-85 running out of fuel problem

    This problem continues to plague me. I've eliminated everything from the system that I can. Right now I'm running off a 6 gal portable tank to help troubleshoot the problem. So far, I've rebuilt all the carbs, rebuilt the fuel pump, eliminated the Suzuki fuel line connector by replacing with a...
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    Sportcraft 16' Fisherman CC fuel tank capacity ??

    I bought one of these this past summer and it had been sitting for 4 years. So I didn't want to use the old fuel. I just found a place that would take it today, so we pumped it all out. The tank was full, so full that it would come out the vent if you blow into the fuel filler opening. The...
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    DT-85 trim/tilt service manual discrepancies

    I have a 1986 DT-85, at least by the serial numbers. However I've found discrepancies in my Clymer service manual. It shows the '85-'86 DT85 to only have two cylinders on the manifold. It states with this set up to fill the reservoir with it all the way down. My manifold has a center tilt...
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    DT-85 , how many rpms @ WOT ???

    I'm having trouble getting on plane so I just dropped down from a 13 1/4x19 prop to a 13 1/4x17 pitch. I just installed a new tach but haven't had the boat out yet. Does anyone know what the max rpms should be at WOT ??? I just want to make sure that I don't over rev the boat. The motor is a...
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    Crank seal -how common ????

    I'm looking at a 1988 Suzuki 85 horse engine. The owner claims that the crank seal is gone because of an intermittent rough idling and rough running problem. Just how common is this on these motors??? I've been around 2 strokes for a lot of years and have yet to see this problem. He claims...
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    Tell me about Mariner outboards

    What are their strengths and weaknesses?? How repairable are they?? I like to work on outboards but admit to knowing absolutely nothing about Mariners.I think that someone told me once that they were old Yamaha technology. Is that true ?? Anyways, I have a line on one that has low compression...
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    1989 85 hp Force for parts-value ??

    I just bought it and unfortunately found that some moron had run it after the water pump failed. It's stuck, but looks to have little use other than the seizure. The lower is good, carbs, electronics, ignition, engine cowl and lower housing, all very good. I would like to sell it in one piece. I...
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    One problem or two ???

    History: Boat and engine sat over 4 years 1986 DT-85 Upon purchase, so far I have rebuilt the fuel pump, replaced fuel pump o-ring and fuel pump block o-ring. Removed and rebuilt all 3 carbs, readjusted the choke solenoid for full pull, checked float levels. Checked compression: 130 lbs +/- 5...
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    How many "poles" on DT-85 alternator

    Looking at the parts breakdown, it looks like a 10 pole. I just called the dealer and they said 12. Which is it ?? I need to buy a tach for the motor and need this info.
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    Still no joy !!!

    Ok, here's what I've done so far to fix a stalling problem going into gear on my 1986 DT-85 that sat for 4 years. I rebuilt the fuel pump, rebuilt the carbs, and checked the oil pump timing.Cleaned out the oil tank and replaced the oil with Pennzoil Premium Plus Synthetic blend . I set the...
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    Water temp sender on DT-85 ???

    I would like to install a water temp gauge on my DT-85. Is there any place on these motors where I could install a sender or do I need to custom fabricate a mount into the thermostat cover ???
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    SUzuki trim cylinder DT-85, where to get spanner ??

    Where can I get a spanner to replace the seal in the trim cylinder ??? Is there something else that I can use ??? The upper seal is leaking pretty badly. Thanks.
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    1986 DT-85 stalling when going into gear

    Let me give some history on this boat/engine. I just bought it , it's been sitting for over 4 years. The seller told me that it needed carb work since he couldn't start it. today, I found out why. The choke on the bottom carb was frozen solid. After some judicious spraying of Kroil and Deep...
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