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    Trim/Tilt problem

    Ok, I have dual 165 Mercs from 1977/1978 pre alpha outdrives. The Port trim works just fine but the starboard is now a problem. Here is what it does... Goes down fine. When you try to go up it starts up then stops almost immediately when you push the button. It worked fine last summer...
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    Help, coupler check

    Hello to all. I have the engine out of my boat at the moment. It is a Merc 165 I want to put it in place of a bad one. How do I check to determine if the coupler needs to be replaced before I install the engine? I figured this was the time to check it as it will be easy to replace before I...
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    Help Please Engine Removal

    I have a 1977 Sea Ray 260 with twin Merc 165's. These are Inline 6 Cylinder engines. I need to remove the Starboard one and replace it. I have a running engine to replace it with. I plan to rebuild it once it is out. The problem I have is this. The engine compartment is tight. Is there a...
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    Craigslist not so bad...

    There are a lot of threads on here slamming on Craigslist ads. I thought I would post a good find on Craigslist. I responded to this ad: It's in a 1973 Reinell hard top.21ft I/O.It has a 165 merc engine with new heads last year.Runs great an was well maintained.Got new boat an need to get rid...
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    Marine engine vs. Car engine?

    So I need to replace a 1977 Merc 165. This is a GM 4.1L 250ci I6 engine. What is the difference between the marine and automotive version? I have a line on a used car engine that runs, can I use it or do I need to pay much more for a rebuilt marine engine?
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    77 Merc 165 wont crank

    Re: 77 Merc 165 wont crank So I pulled the drive: And the &$%# engine Still wont crank. Used a scope to see into the cylinders and it is corroded BAD. Engine builder looked at it and theorised that it had "hydroliced" and should just be replaced due to possible internal damage. So...
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    Mounting Swim Platform

    Re: Mounting Swim Platform This is the space I am dealing with. Will try all suggestions to get the best and let you know. Will post picts of project.
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    77 Merc 165 wont crank

    I have a Sea Ray 260DA with twin 165 Mercs. The port engine runs great on earmufs in the driveway. The Starboard is the problem. The last time out the alternator belt broke and the engine died. Guages did not spike for temp on either engine. I limped in on the port engine and pulled the...
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    Show your controls/ dash! Lets see how many styles and setups we can find!

    Re: Show your controls/ dash! Lets see how many styles and setups we can find! I believe its the original and may get an upgrade...
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    Mounting Swim Platform

    OK i bought and refinished a swimplatform for my 1977 Sea Ray 260. I am ready to mount it to the transom but I am concerned about the mounting process. My concerns are primarily about how to drill the mounting holes. How do I make sure that I don't drill into something important? Is there...
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    Post a pic of yours.... classic/vintage or new Sea Ray

    Re: Post a pic of yours.... classic/vintage or new Sea Ray Here is my 1977 260 Sundancer Restoration Project.
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    Vintage 260 Sundancer

    I have a 260 Sundancer. It is either a 1977, if you believer the HIN, or a 1978 if you believe the title. It is equipped with twin Merc 165's. I have had it for a couple of years, prior to that it sat on a boat lot for several years. I am trying to restore it. Here is my issue. I need to...
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