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I have a 82 merc 40 hp that i need some help with. The description is a bit long so bear with me.
Heres the deal, i was having an issue with a weak spark. Stator tested good for resistance and DVA voltage when disconnected from switchbox however when connected it was only putting off <10v on...
I have a question regarding the electrical side of a 1982 40 hp Mercury -
First off, the motor has been pretty much gone through already and is running pretty good for being 30 years old. The stator and trigger both check out good for resistance and DVA voltage. The switchbox is new, because...
My motor is needing the upper water tube gaskets and housing replaced so with that apparently comes removing the powerhead.
I am looking for opinions on what else should be checked/replaced while i have it apart. Basically preventitive maintenance so that this is a one time deal. Im ordering...
I have a 1982 40 hp. Mercury 2cyl. that i am having a hard time getting the lower unit to go all the way on with the splined drive shaft seal in place. Without this seal the lower unit slides right on without trouble.
Is this better to have the seal pushed up into place before sliding the...
