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    Runs rough when tilted

    I have twin 1997 Yamaha T50 4-strokes. When I tilt the starboard engine up, and then later return it to the running position, is runs rough for several minutes and smokes more than usual.<br />The port engine doesn’t exhibit this problem. <br />Any advice would be appreciated.<br />Thanks
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    White smoke or steam?

    While running my 1997 T50's I see either white smoke, or steam coming from the relief exhaust ports. The engines don't seem to burning oil, and the spark plugs look clean. Could it be steam? Should I be concerned?<br />Is there something I should check?<br />Thank in advance.
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    1997 T50 high thrust

    Just noticed that on my 1997 50 hp High Thrust engines, if I grab the top of the engine, I can move the power head fore and aft about an inch a half.<br />Does this mean the upper bushing is bad or is it normal?
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    Dirty Gear Oil

    I drained the gear oil from my 1997 T50's. Oil was very black with small amount of 'fuzz' on magnetic drain plug. Was planning on running engines for a few hours and then draining and refilling again.<br />Anything else I should check, or worry about?<br />Previous owner probably never changed...
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    Yamaha T50 Shifting Problem

    Yamaha T50 Shifting Problem I have dual 1997 T50 4 strokes with 703 control boxes.<br />Shifting into forward is immediately out of neutral, yet with reverse the control lever is about 15 degrees off of neutral before reverse engages.<br />I checked the lever on the engine and it lines up with...
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