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    RPMs bounce

    Just got a used boat 98 force 120hp engine. I needed to have the carbs rebuilt. I had this done but now the rpms bounce at idle. I was worried about the old fuel that was left in the tank after the rebuild (about a quarter of tank) is this the culpret. The mechanic said it would be fine
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    Please help!

    I have lots easy questions I need help!<br />Just bought used boat. the trolling motor only works when it wants to...the previous owner says he had new batteries in August. would cold weather damage them (he did'nt have them charging) does this sound like a fuse problem. The steering is out of...
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    trolling motor problems

    I just bought a used 98 nitro 700lx (first boat) and I'm pretty clueless. I just ran it for the first time today the engine ran great but the trolling motor would work, and then stop, then go, and so on and so on. Plus the alignment was screwy...what was supposed to be straight (according to the...
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    Oil to gas ratio

    I just purchased a used 98 nitro with a 120 hp mercury force engine. There was no owners manual for the engine and I can't reach the seller (for two weeks, vacation). I plan on running it this wednesday and don't know the oil to gas ratio, any help?
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    Just bought a used boat, now what?

    I just bought a used 98 nitro 700LX. The owner had a compression check on the engine that was fine. Now that I have it what else should I get looked at before I take it out? Also, I have heard conflicting stories about winterization, some say it must be done and put away and others say I can run...
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