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    Help with Quicksilver throttle control

    Hi everyone…I need some help/guidance…am hoping someone knows how to put a Mercury Quicksilver shift handle back together. Some parts “fell out” as I working a shift handle…and now I do not fully understand how the shift throttle rod and pin are placed in the shift handle. The schematic I have...
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    How do i fix Alpha One Gen 1 lower unit leak?

    Hi, I purchased a 1989 Larson used boat (3.0 engine) which is powered by a Mercruiser Alpha One Lower Unit. Lower Unit Serial Number 0C787706 (I believe this is a Alpha One Generation 1 unit) We have had a small lower unit leak from the weep hole since we purchased it. I took the lower unit to...
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    How do i fix Alpha One Gen 1 lower unit leak?

    Hi, I purchased a 1989 Larson used boat (3.0 engine) which is powered by a Mercruiser Alpha One Lower Unit...I believe it is a Gen 1. Lower Unit Serial Number 0C787706 (I believe this is a Alpha One Generation 1 unit) We have had a small lower unit leak from the weep hole since we purchased it...
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    Water pump won't seal...

    HI, I have a 1989 Mercruiser 3.0 Alpha One. I bought the boat/motor used 3 months ago, but have not yet had it in the water. We have notices a very small amount of oily substance leaking from the weep hole on the lower front of the lower unit. I started it on muffs in the driveway. It ran fine...
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    Is there a market for a running 1973 Evinrude 85HP

    Hi, I am a "boating novice"...so would appreciate any guidance on my question. I have a 1973 Evinrude 85 HP motor (Model: 85393M) that runs well, and I believe has decent compression on all cylinders. It does have a cowling cover which I repainted...but do not believe it was the original cover...
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    Lower Unit Leaking - 73 Evinrude 85HP

    Hi I have a 1973 Evinrude 85HP, Model 85393M Last fall, I changed the lower unit oil, fogged the engine, then tilted the motor up (using the transom saver) for indoor winter storage. I just got the boat out of storage, and was doing some prep to get it started this spring. I removed the...
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    Lead free fishing tackle source?

    Does anyone have any recommendations for sources of lead free fishing tackle? I am not a "tree hugger", but am aware of lead poisoning in our Bald Eagle population...most of which eat fish. I would also be interested in your review of how well the lead free fishing tackle works for your type...
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    Failed hull repair...need advice/1981 Ranger 320-V Commanche

    Hi everyone, I have a 1981 Ranger 320-V Comanche that I purchased as my 1st boat a year ago. When we purchased the boat, we noticed a prior hull repair...but it appeared to be solid...and the price for the boat met our expectations...so we took a chance on it. I have observed a small amount of...
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    In-Line Fuel Filter Location

    I have a 1973 Evinrude 85 HP, with two portable six gallon plastic fuel tanks, and 5/16 inch fuel lines. I want to put in an in-line fuel filter (clear disposable)...but would like other's opinion on the best location. (I know I have seen recommendations on this site before, but am unable to...
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    Need to understand live well set up

    Hi, 1981 Ranger 320-V Comanche with a live well. I need some help understanding the proper set up of the plumbing connections to the live well. I have labeled the attached picture with descriptions on the various components of the live well plumbing. My boat sits pretty low in the water, and if...
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    Johnson or Evinrude/85 HP

    Hi Everyone, I purchased a used boat a year ago, and was told it had a 85HP Johnson motor. It had a Johnson remote control, and a cowling with Johnson 85 HP labeling, so I had no reason to question this. I was told a few months ago on this forum that the model number on the transom mount...
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    Livewell Repair Question

    I have a 1981 Ranger 320-V Comanche with a livewell. The livewell drain has been adapted with a metal drain connector - it appears to be a standard "plumbing adaptor/connector" - it looks "similar" to the attached photo. I assume another fiitting is attached to this and extends through the...
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    1973 Evinrude 85 HP - No Spark - One Bank

    Hi everyone, My engine is an Evinrude 85393M. I have owned this motor for a year, and have had intermittent starting issues, as well as spark issues. Last week, I finally started prepping the boat for the summer. I replaced the plugs, fuel filter, cleaned the battery terminals, ensured a...
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    Lower Unit...a "little" water

    I have a 1973 Evinrude 85 HP which I purchased a year ago. Last year, I changed the lower unit lubricant, and after the old lubricant sat for a while in a bottle, the oil and water separated...I had about a quarter cup of water in the old lubricant. The prior owner had not used the plastic...
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    How do I make labels for dashboard switches?

    Hi, I have a dashboard with several flip switches...all of which are not labeled. Temporarily, I am using "masking tape" to identify various lights, radio, live well, etc. These switches are mounted on a fiberglass dashboard. Do any of you have any ideas on how to label these flip switches...
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    Where is the vent in the fuel tank?

    Hi, Everyone on this forum have been very helpful...many thanks. My father-in-law has a 1986 15 HP Seahorse which cold starts fine, but has difficulty on warm re-starts. We were discussing whether the fuel tank vent is open...he has a metal tank like the one pictured, but I do not see a vent...
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    Battery Capacitance Discharge ignition system?

    Hi, I am trying to track down an intermittent spark issue. Can someone tell me if this motor has what is called: Battery Capacitance Discharge ignition system? Motor: 1973 Johnson 85 HP 4 Cylinder Model: 85393M Thanks
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    What brand of trailer is this?

    Hi, I purchased a 1981 Ranger boat last summer, along with this trailer. Does anyone know what brand of trailer this is? Is it a Ranger? I need to order the U-Bolts holding the axle to the frame...as I think I need to move these wheels a bit forward to get some of the weight off the towing...
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    Starting Power - 1973 Johnson 85 HP

    Hi, We can sense the end of winter coming to the Mississippi River in Wisconsin...so it is time to begin thinking about boating. I purchased an older boat with a 1973 Johnson 85 HP motor last year. The motor has been difficult to start, but once started, runs fine. I reviewed many threads last...
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    Johnson 1973 85 HP 4Cyl Cooling/Water Tubes

    Hi, I have been concerned about my engine cooling system. I replaced the water pump, and while the lower unit was off, I attached a water hose to the water tubes which extend down the exhaust housing towards the lower unit. When attaching the water hose to the tube on starboard side, water...
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