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    computer program advice

    Hi all, I've got a problem, My microsoft word program will not open. The program starts then just sets there. It won't open and the only way to get the startup window off is to manually shut down the PC.<br /> Does this sound like a virus maybe? All my other programs open so it is only this...
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    Fluke readings

    Need assurance of specs on meter.<br />I am testing the trigger on an inline merc 6 cylinder, manual says 11-14 ohms with VOA set a Rx100, question is, being my meter is digital, is my meter self adjusting? It is showing a reading of 920, do I read this as 9.20 (a little over 9 OHMS)? Any...
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    V-6 OMC

    Help if you can, I have a 1984 150 V-6 OMC. The engine starts and runs good up to 3100 rpm, then it just loses all fireing, but when you slow down a little it takes off and does just fine, but not over 3100 rpm. I've checked cranking output to the ignition coils per the manual, the readings are...
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    1976 35 h.p. evinrude gears jumping

    Needing ideas, have done a jumping out of gear search, but with all the cures I still have the problem. The unit was skipping, checked forward gear & clutch dog, they were damaged, replaced FWD & clutch (new parts), all other components look perfect. I have manual, all parts are there and in...
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    90 h.p. Force

    Working on 1990 Force, 90 horse Model 906X90C, Am needing torque specs on the crankcase and head bolts.<br />Hoping someone might have this info, my old manual has hidden on me. Thanks
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    mercruiser 898 lower unit

    I have an 898 lower unit case that is broken and trying to swap internals to another case, but after installing new lower needle roller bearing and inserting driveshaft I still have clearance of the upper tapered bearing even after dropping in .040" of shims, Is there a difference in case...
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    marine liability insurance

    Am looking for liability ins. for repair,etc., Thought maybe some of you might have or know of someone with coverage that doesn't cost an arm and two legs for a mom & pop business. Thanks :)
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    1976 85 hp. Johnson

    After R&R of powerpak & Ign. coils because of no spark conditon, engine will run like it is starving for fuel, It misses and backfires, I have checked and set timing, cleaned carbs twice, removed intake and inspected reeds,removed head on port side and found severe carbon on piston and plugs...
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    I goofed

    Previous post of cowboy joke was supposed to go toe Have you heard this one thread, sorry
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    You asked

    An old retired couple we're taking a scenic car tour thru the western states, driving up a mountain lane they came upon a cowboy holding his horses reins in one hand and slapping and kicking his horse in the side with his pointy old boot. The old lady tells her husband to pull over cause she...
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    1975 Merc 500 shut-off at WOT

    After decarbonizing powerhead & exhaust on 50 hp, when I run at 3100 or higher rpms engine shuts down like the key is being turned on and off, throttle back a little it runs fine. Checking timing I find timeing goes from 35 BTDC back to around 15-20 BTDC when advancing throttle past 3100 rpms...
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    1975 merc 50 got lazy

    I am going nuts trying to figure why this 1975 merc 500 with lighting energizer ignition won't open up past 3200 rpms. I have gone thru the carbs, they are clean & set perfect. Have inspected distributor, and replaced driver coils, have replaced ignition coil (all new parts), set timing...
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