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    Starter Not Getting fire on 80 hp Merc

    I have a 1988 80hp Merc. When I turn the key all I get is the dreaded sound of a click. Battery is fine. So I moved to the starter and had it rebuilt, still just a click on key turn. Unhooked starter hot wire and hit key again and get the same click. Where do I look now, and what do I look for...
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    Slow to Plane 80 hp Merc after new switch box installed

    I recently had a new switch box installed and now it seems that it takes longer for my 255 Sprint 16' to plane out.Is there any reason or logic for this?
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    Switch Box Failure

    Is there anything in particular that can contribute to switch box failure?
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    1988 80hp merc. #1 cylinder not getting fire Ser# ob310527

    1988 80hp merc. #1 cylinder not getting fire other 2 cylinders seem to be getting fire.Boat will not pick up to full speed on most occassions.Coil is good.Plugs are good.Wires are good.Could I have a stator or power pack problem?If so how can I test?Thanks for any suggestions.
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    80hp Merc Bogging Down

    I own an 1988 255 Sprint with an 1988 80hp mercury motor.I can be pegged out going down the river then all of the sudden the boat will bogg down to about 5-10mph full throttle.I pull the plugs, clean them off and she runs like a top.Usually,it will run fine the rest of the day.I've also had this...
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    80hp Merc Fuel System Problems..I think

    I own an 1988 255 Sprint with an 1988 80hp mercury motor.I can be pegged out going down the river then all of the sudden the boat drops down to about 5-10mph full throttle.I pull the plugs, clean them off and she runs like a top.Usually,the rest of the day.I've also had this problem straight off...
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    94 Nitro w/ 94 150GT Johnson

    I am in the market for a Bass Boat.I have found an 18ft '94 Nitro w/ a '94 150GT Johnson motor.Any opinions of this Hull and Motor would be appreciated.Also,what should this boat cost given it is in good condition.
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    Bent Shift Rod

    How do I go about replacing a bent shift rod on a 6hp Johnson Motor?Old rod is already out.
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