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    fuel pouring out of carb

    short background: 1990 70hp yamaha, 3-cylinder, 2-stroke. boat wasn't run for about 5 years, so i cleaned the carbs, changed all fluids, plugs, impeller, and everything else i could find. i bought a manual and did everything to the t, b/c i'm anal that way. boat cranked up like it was brand...
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    bleed oil lines?

    91 70hp yamaha 2-stroke i removed the oil tank to gain easier access to the fuel pump and carbs for replacement. i also drained the oil tank and lines as part of an oil change. do i need to bleed the oil lines of air?
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    2 Batteries - 1 Volt Gauge - 1 Switch

    I'm trying to use my single volt gauge to view the voltage of either the trolling or starter battery, by way of a switch. I have the necessary items to wire it using option 1, but i'm concerned about crossing circuits by using a common ground (trolling battery is not grounded in line with the...
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    Grease for Wheel Bearings

    I'm about to attempt to re-grease my bearings. My question is whether or not the grease I have will be ok to use on my trailer. Rig: 15' fiberglass bass boat, 70hp motor, single axle trailer, no brakes....overall, pretty light Grease: Coastal multi-purpose, Recommended for many automotive...
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    Under Cowl Fuel Line Diameter

    Without me having to buy an owner's manual (I know I need one anyway), can anyone tell me the diameter of the internal fuel lines of a 1991 70hp 2-stroke? In looking to purchase the fuel tubing, I noticed there are fractional, and decimal sizes, that are slightly off...there's a big range. I...
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    Internal Fuel Lines - Replacement - 91 Yamaha

    Going through the parts list, each section of fuel line is listed seperately, with a unique part number and description ["Hose (L370)", "Hose (L120)"]. My boat is recently acquired and has sat in a garage for the past 5 years. They appear in decent shape, but are 20 years old, so I'm thinking...
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