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    Nissan lower unit stuck

    I need to replace the impeller on my 18HP Nissan NS18E2. I'm having a real problem getting the lower unit off. I don't know if or when this LU was dropped last. I've disconnected the shift linkage and taken off the 4 nuts and washers. I'm hoping I'm not missing another hidden nut or bolt...
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    Gas/oil mix

    Today I was mixing some gas for my Nissan 15HP outboard. As I was measuring my oil I had 10oz of Quicksilver synthetic 2 cycle oil, but I needed 12oz to make my 50:1 mix. I accidentally grabbed a bottle of SAE 30 and added 2 more ounces to my measuring cup.... Will this cause any issues, or...
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    Cover support

    I'm looking for suggestions on building a cover support. I have a 17' bow rider, stern drive and have the usual problems with water pooling on the cover in the seating area behind the windshield. I had some of the adjustable wooden bows which worked about half but once they draw damp they kind...
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    Correct oil / filter?

    I'm in the middle of getting things together to change the oil on my Mercruiser stern drive. It's an Alpha 1, 3.0 The owners manual calls for SAE 40 weight oil, which I bought. However the filler cap sahows to use 10W-30...?? Any suggestions? Also, I'm having some issues finding the correct...
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    Correct oil?

    I'm in the middle of getting things together to change the oil on my Mercruiser stern drive. It's an Alpha 1, 3.0 The owners manual calls for SAE 40 weight oil, which I bought. However the filler cap sahows to use 10W-30...?? Any suggestions? Also, I'm having some issues finding the correct...
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    Replacing belt

    I have a Mercruiser ALpha one 3.0 Litre I/O which the cooling/alternator belt broke last year as I was winterizing. For the life of me I can't see how to get the new belt on. This should be easy, but I don't see a way to get the belt around the motor mounts etc... Help.... My boat is...
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