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    1995 merc 4.3 alpha 1 outdrive fluid leaking

    I have outdrive fluid leaking out of the water intakes. I noticed a very slow drip while the boat was parked in the driveway. Dropped the fluid and it does not appear to be milky. when i lowered the drive the rate of leakage did increase. I am guessing I have a bad seal but does anyone know...
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    1995 Stingray Alpha 1 Play in steering

    Boat is new (to me). Haven't driven it yet but noticed there is a bit of play in the outdrive in that it can be moved side to side and inch or two and the steering wheel is not moving. Is this normal or should i be concerned?
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    Aluminum vs. Stainless

    I have a 1995 Stingray 609zp with a 4.3liter merc. I only have one prop so I'm thinking of buying a stainless and run that and keep the aluminum as a spare. I've heard that if you hit something with a stainless you're way more likely to damage your outdrive. Is this true? Is there any way to...
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    1995 merc alpha one power trim

    Got the new boat home and I was playing around with the power trim, I'm able to lower the motor but I press the up button and nothing happens. Is the motor bad or do I have a bad/dirty connection or could it be something else? Is it normal for it to work one way and not the other if the motor...
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    1991 4.3L OMC Cobra Manifold Drain Petcock leaking

    Ran the boat on the muffs but found that that right side manifold drain petcock is leaking right down the middle hole. It is a brass fitting with a hole in the middle all the way through until that hole meets another hole on the nipple after the threading. I've got it in all the way and the...
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    1991 OMC Cobra 4.3 L Spring Starting...too early??

    Selling the boat and found a buyer who is eager for me to run the boat in the driveway on the muffs. He's actually getting a loan and they intend to give him a check and expect title in hand immediately...so it will be difficult to put him off. Problem is, we're supposed to get a cold spell...
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    Unwinterizing a 1991 OMC Cobra

    Got the boat out of storage and instead of putting everything back together, my mechanic (tried a guy closer to home ) he gave me a bag with all the parts back. I've managed to replace the hoses with the two clamps, the four drain plugs with the brass plugs (2 on each side- one for manifold...
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    Battery Terminal Melted

    I have a 1991 Caravelle with a 4.3L V6 OMC Cobra. While winterizing, my mechanic noticed that the battery terminal was melted. When I asked how that could happen he said it could be from corrosion. Has anyone heard of this or do I have a short or something??? Any help is appreciated.
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    1991 OMC Cobra 4.3 L Shifting Trouble

    Last year I had trouble shifting into forward (a lot of grinding). I've read all the posts and info on this problem and most of the problems/recalls seem to be pre-1990 outdrives. Anyway, my mechanic (well versed in OMC's) adjusted the cable and it was perfect for the second half of the...
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    Outdrive fluid---What is milky?

    Got the boat home today 1991 Caravelle, 4.3L OMC Cobra Outdrive. She started right up on the muffs with no problem. Didn't engage the propeller, just ran it for a minute in neutral. Then checked the outdrive fluid and I'd describe it as green and frothy. Many air bubbles. Is that what you...
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    OMC Outdrive Lube Change

    I did a search and found no guidance but I know I have seen these posts on here before. I would like to change the oil on my 1992 OMC Cobra and know there are a few tricks. Can anyone help? My recollection is that it is pretty simple as long as filled and drained correctly. Any help would be...
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    boating dictionary

    I'm fairly new to boating and sometimes get lost with the basics of the discussions around here. For example...bellows...what the hell are they? Is there any place to find a good glossary of terms and parts. I'm fairly handy but not all that familiar with most of these terms. HELP!!!!
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    1991 OMC Cobra---keeps running (sputtering) roughly after shutoff

    I have a 1991 Caravelle that seems to keep running after shutoff. Usually lasts 10 seconds up to a minute. Any idea what this might be and is it serious?
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    1991 Caravelle---Neutral button

    I have a 91 Caravelle bowrider with a 4.3L OMC Cobra. Usually, I must give it some gas to start the engine. However, now when I press the neutral button and give it gas, it is still registering as if it is in gear and thus stopping the ignition from cranking. After getting it running, the...
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    OMC 4.3L I/O Trouble getting in gear

    I have a 1991 Caravelle with a 4.3L OMC Cobra. Lately it has been tough getting it in gear. Specifically, it seems to grind quite a bit and doesn't catch unless I push the throttle further forward. This tends to cause the boat to lurch into gear rather than enter forward slowly. The same...
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