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    Buying motors online

    I am considering buying a new or slightly used motor online and was wondering if anyone has any experience with www.smalloutboards.com? They're prices look pretty good compared to what I've seen elswhere. Currently I'm running a 1980 25 horse 'rude but after getting stranded with it yesterday...
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    motor mount question

    I have a 1980 25hp Evinrude (Mdl E25RCSA) which I have completely broken down and am in the process of repainting. This motor has had five different paint jobs on it, with some areas the paint looking like cake layers it was so thick. I am removing (and cleaning the previous coats of paint...
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    shift lever sparking

    I had posted a question earlier today and Joe Reeves got me pointed in the right direction. Found that I could get the starter to engage if I moved the shifter to just the right spot. 1/4" in either direction and it would fire. So while turning the key and watching the motor, I noticed a...
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    Electrical/starter problems

    Everyone raise your hands if you like playing with intermittant electrical problems! Already spent too much money replacing parts, hoping someone has a better solution. I have a 1980 25 hp Evinrude. It used to startup just fine with the ignition switch but no more. When I turn the key...
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