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    1979 Evinrude 55hp choke/ starting issue

    Ok, first off thanks to everyone that has replied and assisted with my previous problems this board has taught me much.<br />I have a 1979 55hp evinrude on the back of my party barge, have re-built the carbs and done basic maintenance. My first problem is that my choke spring is shot and I...
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    1979 Evinrude 55hp throttle issue?

    Engine will idle great and rev to full power when 'warm up' is lifted. The problem occurs when engaged in gear. She will run up to about 25% power perfectly but if I increase the throttle she'll sputter and die (if I don't back off). I thought the problem lay in the carbs so I rebuilt them with...
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    strange electronics noise?

    after starting my 95 Bass Tracker I hear a strange noise from under the dash. All my gages seem to work correctly but the noise continues unless I turn the key slightly off (turning off juice to gages in the process). Any ideas?
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    manual trim release on Merc 60hp

    Can anyone tell me where the manual (screw I think) release is usually located for the trim/tilt? I'm trying to add fluid and need the motor to be in the up position (again, I think). Actually if anyone has any simple instructions on this procedure it'd be appreciated. I can hear the trim motor...
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    spray carb cleaner

    how effective is spray carb cleaner at getting rid of varnish and other gunk?
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    carb problem?

    79'Johnson 55hp not running at full capacity:<br />This engine (for party barge) had not been run for two years when I started working with it. I can get it to start and to idle (fairly well). It runs well in reverse and revs up nicely when warm up lever is engaged. It will run forward but when...
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    95 Mercury 60hp Trim/Tilt problem

    I have a 95' Bass Tracker with a 60hp Merc. When attempting to use the Trim I hear the trim function running but the motor will not lift. Any advice on bleeding the lines or how to add fluid/which fluid would be appreciated.
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