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    Slow speed in reverse:

    I have a 1985 Cobalt 5.7 litre with an OMC 800 outdrive. It goes into reverse fine but stays at idle/will not give aditional power to back off the trailer or hasten a forward stop. Any ideas would be appreciated. Rich
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    Tilt drive bushing replacement:

    I recently replaced the tilt drive seals on my 85 OMC 800 stern drive only to find a great deal of play around the shaft. Can I replace the bushing without harming my new seals? Thanks! Rich
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    OMC 800 Lower Unit seals and impeller:

    If I replace the seals in the lower unit should I replace the water pump impeller at the same time? Rich
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    Humminbird Depth Finder:

    My Humminbird in dash depth finder will revert to a depth indication of "11 ft" when running regardless of the depth. I clear it and it reads accurately for several minutes then it reverts again. Has anyone else experienced this problem and is there a fix? Thanks! Rich
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    Garmin/Mapsource US Recreational Lakes

    Is anyone familiar with this Mapsource software addition to the GPS? I live in Central US and am interested in the utility of US Central Recreational Lakes for on lake navigation,depth charting, marinias, ramps and fishing hot spots. Thanks! Rich
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    Garmin/Mapsource US Recreational Lakes

    Is anyone familiar with this Mapsource software addition to the GPS? I live in Central US and am interested in the utility of US Central Recreational Lakes for on lake navigation,depth charting, marinias, ramps and fishing hot spots. Thanks! Rich
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    Garmin/ Mapsource US Recreational Lakes

    Is anyone familiar with this Mapsource software addition to the GPS? I live in Central US and am interested in the utility of US Central Recreational Lakes for on lake navigation,depth charting, marinias, ramps and fishing hot spots. Thanks! Rich
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    OMC Tilt Drive Seal Replacement:

    I have an 85 Cobalt with a 800 outdrive. The seals leak badly and I have ordered a kit. Im not sure what tools I need or how the tilt drive comes apart. I removed the 4 outer screws then found the cover is stuck on the housing and I hesitate to pry or strike it too hard for fear of breaking...
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    OMC Transom Seal Replacement

    I have an 85 Cobalt and I have to remove the transom old seal and install the new. Do I have to remove all or part of the outdrive? Do I have to use a calk or sealer arond the transom hole or outdrive? Where can I locate a good description/instructions on doing this job? Thanks! Rich
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    OMC 800 Tilt Drive Lubricant:

    On a 1985 OMC 800 tilt mechanism what lubricant is recommended? I was told by a boat mechanic to use ATF but it leaks out and water leaks in. R
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    Replace Transom Seal/Boot:

    I have a 85 Cobalt with an OMC 800 outdrive. The boot is punctured. How can I replace it without removing the stern drive? Can it be repaired?<br />Thanks! Rich R.
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