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    1984 Mercury 90 hp inline 6 lower unit noise.

    Twice this year I have heard a noise coming from the lower unit of the motor while running at about 1200 RPM. The second time was today and there were 3 or 4 "clunks". I assume something is slipping in the lower unit. What is the usual cause and cost to repair? I checked the magnet on the...
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    Powerhead gasket leak

    Has anyone had any success fixing a leak by adding sealers to their gas?
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    Inline 6 1984 90 water pressure

    What is the normal water pressure? I have an excellent tell tale stream and the impeller was replaced last week. The water pressure guage barely moves. It used to 3-4 #s at WOT.
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    Inline 6 gasket replacement

    Is $450 to 500 a fair price to replace: Power Head gasket Water jacket gasket Two additional gaskets in the area of the power head gasket The owner showed me where the power head gasket is blown out on the port side. Shop labor is $60/ hr
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    Inline 6 Gasket Replacement

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    Lower unit lube replacement

    The manual states to fill until fluid comes out of the vent hole and then remove ~ 1 oz. to allow for expansion. My mechanic doesn't recommend removing 1 oz. of fluid because he believes filling to the top helps keep water out. Any recommendations?
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    Best method to clean a stainless prop

    White vinegar soaking over night works great, but I would like to be able to clean it with out removing it. Toilet bowl cleaner and a kitchen pad works fairly well, but requires a lot of scrubbing.
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    Service Manuals for older motors

    This is a from an older post. It also includes manuals for other small engines. http://search.ebscohost.com/ Username: marshall Password: public Small Engine Repair Reference Center Marine/Boat Motors
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    Cold start procedure for an 84 inline 6 90 hp Mercury

    I've seen several recommendations. I understand how the enricher valve works. One recommendation was to push the throttle lever all of the way forward, turn the switch on, activate the enricher valve for about 6 seconds and keep it activated while engaging the starter. Sometimes that procedure...
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    Wayne "Clams" Canino

    Does anyone know if he is still in business? He hasn't responded to my recent email. Thanks.
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    Boat Deck Repair Options

    Does anyone have any thoughts on these options? 1. Pulled up carpet to identify bad areas. 2. Spent about a full week DRYING all wet areas. Don't be impatient with this step, TAKE YOUR TIME AND BE THOROUGH. To use the following products, the wood MUST be dry. 3. Use Engine Starter spray with...
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