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    running in gear out of water?

    I am looking at running my motor in gear in my driveway so I do not need to run to the river and launch each time try and fix my problem. So to those of you who have done it, how large of a container do I need? It is an 87 90hp evinrude. I don't know what will happen if I run it in gear and the...
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    What determins position of tilt?

    Clue a new boater in. What are the reasons for adjusting tilt on an outboard? What I am trying to ask, how do you know when to trim it in, or trim it out? Help a boating brother out, will ya? :p ps more noob questions to follow :eek: Edit: wrong forum, can a mod move it please? :redface:
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    Lower unit problems: part deux

    Well, after going to harbor freight to get a large set of snap ring pliers, I got the lower unit totally apart. It looks like the edges on the clutch dogs forward side, and forward gear were worn down a bit. So nice to know when I get the new gears in I SHOULD be able to enjoy the boat...... if...
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    omc gasket sealing compound and grease

    I see in the manual that is says to use omc gasket sealing compound and omc triple guard grease. Are these a must, or is there a good easy to find substitute? thanks :)
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    trying to take off lower unit: trouble

    Okay, I am starting on replacing the dog clutch and forward gear, I have the REAL shop manual, and am having trouble before even taking off the lower unit :( First, I could not believe how loose the prop was on. The only thing holding the nut on was the cotter pin, as I could spin it with my...
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    Rent a tool in MN?

    Does anyone have a driveshaft socket (splined) that I could rent so I don't need to buy for this one time use? I need to take my lower unit apart and didn't know about this tool until I was reading through my new repair manual. :(
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    knob on evinrude controls?

    What is this know in orange circle for? I need to get this figured out and also see if my warning buzzer has been disconnected. Did they have the warning buzzers for 1987?
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    Livewell?

    I am trying to figure out the different features on the boat, and am trying to figure out what these two things on the transom are. Would they be for the live well, and if so, how does a live well work?
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    noob question: LU repair?

    If I bought a manual, and get help from you good members, could a noob to boats replace the clutch dog and gears in a lower unit? I work on my cars (71 nova, 74 dart, and daily drivers) and have a decent amount of tools, so I am not completely ill equipped, but have never touched a two stroke...
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    primer bulb question

    I pump the primer bulb for the gas, and it feels like it fills up, but does not expand and get hard, instead it feels full, but does not expand out after releasing it. Is this something normal?
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    getting to know the boat:gauges

    I am new to my boat (and boating in general, first personal boat) and am not sure my gauge works, and what each one is for. I searched in internet and can not find anything about this one. It is a micronar dt-1. It looks like I just hook it up to the trolling motor battery (under dash). It looks...
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    Would I be better off?

    I am looking for a 13x19 prop for my 87 evinrude and found this on craigslist This is a 13 1 /4 x 19 prop. brand new never used for suzuki, johnson, evinrude $$$ 65.00!!! Needs hub kit though $30.00 He is selling it now for $40, would I be better off buying one with the hub already with it?
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    changing diameter bad?

    I had only one chance to take out my new boat before I had problems with another issue. When I pulled the boat out, I noticed the prop was REALLY chewed up. I don't know if it is a good idea to take it out again until I get a replacement. I have a 13x19 on it now. The boat is an 87 16.5'...
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    I knew better and did it anyways

    I picked this up yesterday. 1987 Grumman 16.5 foot Fish n Ski Package. Includes 90 hp Evinrude Motor and Yacht Master Trailer. Many updates including new flooring, carpet, padding, seats and trailer parts. Also has Ray Marine Fish Locator, depth finder, two batteries and travel cover. Great boat...
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    newbie look for his first boat hopefully tomorrow

    The wife and I are looking for a small boat we can cruise the Mississippi and local lakes (minnesota) and ran across a 15' 1995 bayliner 1401 with a merc 40 horse. Price seems low to us at $2000 with trailer. I can't seem to find any info out on these boats, and don't know what to worry about...
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