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    Wires meling in Mariner 20

    My 1987 Mariner 20 hp had been arcing and sparking near the wiring harness in the engine. I checked for bad wires and replaced any that were suspect, including the battery cables. When I turned on the key, the wires still got really hot. I replaced the solenoid with a new factory part and now...
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    Mariner 20 electrical problem/fire

    I have a 1987 Mariner 20 HP outboard. Yesterday, when we were running across the lake I heard a "clicking" sound coming from under the cowl. Later, I decided it was something arcing because, at the doc, I pulled the cowl and when I tried to start the engine there was a huge spark and even a...
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