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    Boyesen power reeds!

    I'm looking to put new reeds in my 1992 50HP 3 cylinder and was wondering if spending the extra money on power reeds is worth it? I can buy reeds elsewhere for half the price of the boyesens. Thanks
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    50hp 3cyl leaking water into cylinder #3

    Iv'e got a 1992 3cyl merc that seems to be leaking water internally on the bottom cylinder. Plug looks noticeably lighter in color than the other 2 cylinders and has water droplets on it. Has anyone had a similar problem and if so what can be done to prevent a burn down. Thanks
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    50 hp Johnson misses at wot

    My new to me 2005 J50PLS0C misses at half to WOT. I deleted the VRO and run it on mixed gas. It doesn't do it at a constant rate just seems to be random. I'll be cruising along and all of a sudden it seems like the ignition is cut.
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    50HP 3cyl no spark

    I've got a 1992 two stroke Mercury that quite on me out on the lake. I tore into it the other night and narrowed it down to something inside the commander 2000 with the idle lever. When I pull the lever up I get spark and when I put it back down no spark. I pulled the flywheel to get a look...
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    Prop help for a 21ft pontoon

    I have a 1990 28hp johnson model#J28ESLESM on 21ft pontton that I just aquired and I feel that it has the wrong prop on it. Prop is a 9X10. Seems to cavitate no matter were the pin is set on the transom. Thanks
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    OMC fuel tank?

    I've got a red steel 6 gallon fuel tank for my 1991 28 hp Johnson and was wondering how it is vented? There is no screw/vent on the cap. When I leave the cap tight it builds pressure while sitting in the sun then floods out the motor. I believe the tank is also 1991 vintage and is in really good...
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    1963 10HP carb question?

    I purchased a OMC carb rebuild kit #439071 for this engine and I am wondering what I am supposed to use in place off the dry/rotted packing material for the low and high speed needle valves when they don't come in the kit? Thanks
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    1963 QD-24M repair manual

    I am looking for a repair manual for this motor I just acquired EDIT Thanks, Paul
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    Johnson 28HP anode question?

    Does anybody have any pictures of where to mount and anode on a 1990 28hp Johnson. I"ll try and post some pic's of the lower unit but I must warn you it is ugly. The motor is on a pontoon that sits in the water for a good 6 months out of the year and has been neglected. Thanks
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    1991 16'6 Blue Fin Spectrum gas tank question

    Re: 1991 16'6 Blue Fin Spectrum gas tank question Finally finished my tank. First time tig welding so I think that it worked out pretty darn good. Oh and BTW no leaks!!!!!!!!
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    1991 16'6 Blue Fin Spectrum gas tank question

    Re: 1991 16'6 Blue Fin Spectrum gas tank question
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    Garmin Speed sensor paddle wheel needed!

    I am in need of the speed sensor paddle wheel for my Garmin 250C. I can't seem to find one anywhere. The unit is brand new and somehow the wheel fell off the mount. Thanks
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    1991 16'6 Blue Fin Spectrum gas tank question

    I am wondering if anyone else on the board owns this peticular model boat and what you have for a gas tank? I am tired of tripping over the tank! There is not enough room under the back storage for a tank to fit and I am looking for ideas. Thanks
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    Spirit 5hp loses prime?

    I have a 79' 5hp that will not keep it's prime while running. It idles good but when I twist the throttle it dies. If I keep pumping the bulb it will run good at idle and wot. The o-ring and base gasket are good. I would like to buy a rebuild kit for the fuel pump but am having trouble finding one.
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    Mercruiser 5.0 EFI dies after 1hr of run time????

    The question is why does this happen. Dealer can't figure it out after 2 new fuel pumps and a impeller. The next thing they are going to stick me for is a vapor lock kit at the tune of $600. Has anyone had this problem? :confused: Thanks
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    1956 Johson 5.5hp CD-13 A

    I am looking for a parts diagram on this motor and possible links to parts. I am in need of the clear plastic bowl on the bottom of the carb and do not know what it is called or what the part # might be. Thanks
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    Spirit 5HP

    I am looking for parts for a '79 5HP Spirit and was wondering if anyone knows where to start looking. I am in need of coils, condensers, points, and an impeller. Thanks
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    Model year for Ser#OD163098

    I have called several dealers and I get a different answer from each one. Could someone tell me what year my 50HP 3 cyl Merc is? Thanks
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    Going from a long to short shaft?

    I have a '79 9.8 long shaft that I would like to convert to a short shaft and was wondering if this is possible without to much hassle? Thanks
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    Motor identification help needed?

    I am looking for some help indentifying this motor. Does anyone know the make, model, HP, and year of this motor. There is a number stamped on the lower part of the engine 463-41301. Thanks
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