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    My latest issues - 1997 Force 120HP plus a new kicker

    Went out fishing 3 weeks ago and both my main motor, the Force and my kicker a new Tohatsu 15HP, crapped out. The Force was the simpler diagnosis. Drained the LU oil and it was both low and milky. I was able to find a replacement Mercury LU locally. Got it at a great price. Vacuum tested...
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    2018 Tohatsu 9.9 Won't Stay Running

    This new motor with about 12 hours on it won't stay running. It acts like it is is running dry of gas. I have always run it dry after taking it out. After it stops I can not pump gas using the bulb. Yes, the tank vent is opened. Any suggestions?
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    1997 Force 120HP LU Lessons Learned (Again)

    I checked the impeller on my 120HP OB. For those not used to re-installing the LU, it can be a pain. 1st lesson learned: Make sure you get the upper shift shaft connected to the lower. I started with the LU in neutral. Any gear will do as long as you know which .For me the easiest way is to...
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    2016 Weldbilt 2070 upgrade

    I had a 1979 Wellcraft Fisherman180 which I let get just too bad to make it worthwhile to rebuild. My fault, I know, but it happens. Just look at all the stories here. ;-) My previous thread agonizing over the original decision...
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    Hows to remove black ?plastic? decorative covering and letters from center console

    I want to repair & reuse my old Wellcraft fiberglass CC, but it has a covering over the top and lettering on the sides. What is the easiest method for removing them to repair and paint?
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    1997 Force 120 Cyl 4 more carbon than others

    Did a compression check today, and noticed plug 4 had more carbon than others. Also plug 2 seemed to have a little moisture on it. I switched the plugs around. Buttoned her back up, and ran it on the muffs for a few minutes. Checked the plugs again, and plug 4 was still more carboned than...
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    Sealing a new floor

    I have two questions re: installing a floor in a new aluminum jon boat. 1. Type of floor? Solid plywood or a traditional plank floor similar to this: http://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_3lWV0VAgN7v_600x450.jpg 2. How best to seal which ever version is selected. Will WOG's sealing formula...
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    My dilemma

    1. I own an old 1979, Wellcraft fisherman 180 with all the typical rot problems, (transom, floor and probably stringers). It is powered by a good, low hours Force 120. 2. I am 72 YO in reasonable good health and only boat when the sons, grandson want to go out, 3-4 times per year. We live...
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    Alpha 1 Gen 1 -- Any tricks to installing lower shift cable in cable jacket?

    Spent 1/2 day trying to get the darned thing inserted. Any ideas how to make this easier?
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    Part number for late 70s tachometer

    I have a 79 Wellcraft 180 which originally came with a Merc 140, but now the tach is getting flaky. I do not want to re-cut the cutout which is the ~2/12" size. Anyone know of replacements or the original part no?
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    ignition plates from 1961 usaeable 1959 Johnson 5.5HP

    I have 2 5.5 HPs, 59 and 61. The 59 is without the ignition plate. Can I remover the 61 plate and mount on the 59? They appear to attached differently. 61 is ~90 degrees off from the 59.
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    Another 1997 Force 120 Reeds problem

    Put the boat into the water and tested WOT and response. Lost several 100 RPMs and was sluggish trying to plane. At the dock idle was erratic with sneezing. Thought maybe was from a combination of old gas, dirty carbs, and old plugs. I idled on muffs for few minutes in the back yard and idle...
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    Mercury Lower Unit crossovers for 1997 120

    Has anyone tried replacing the Force 3 jaw reverse lower unit with a mercury equivalent? Which one? I am planning to replace my my original 9011A85 with a Mercury 9011A26. The only difference I can see is that the mercury has a trim tab anode, while the newer force has the side anodes. Anyone...
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