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    Can the stator, switchbox, regulator and trigger all fail simultaneously?

    I have a Suncruiser pontoon with a 1995 Mercury 60 hp motor. A mechanic told us that the stator, switchbox, regulator and trigger were all bad and needed to be replaced. It seems unlikely to me that this is possible short of a lightening strike. Please weigh in with opinions. If you have...
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    Spark plugs lean

    I know that this question has been asked and answered a million times but I am REALLY not mechanically inclined so please indulge me. The boat shop wants $500.00 to rebuild the carb because it is running lean. I know that spark plugs are a good indicator for a lean motor. Can someone please give...
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