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    1995 Merc 135

    I have a 1995 Larson w/ Merc 135, all runs fine accept for rpm/speed control. Maintaining higher speeds ~30mph it does ok but trying to maintain lower speeds 10-20 mph requires constant throttle adjustments. I have tried various trim positions and a hydrofoil but to no avail. I'm not sure if...
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    1995 Larson w/ Merc 135 pulls to the right

    I recently bought a 1995 Larson 17' w/ Merc 135 and it consistantly pulls to the right when operating. At high speeds 25-50 I really have to fight it to stay straight. I have tried adjusting the tail fin angle several times but nothing seems to work. HELP PLEASE!! Thanks.
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    Gear engagement on 1995 Merc. 135

    How much racheting noise from the lower end gears is considered normal when engageing forward/reverse drive. I'm sure too much is a sign of worn gears but I just purcharsed this boat (1995 Larson)and it just seems to take a tad longer to engage the drives than what I'm used to. I have replaced...
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    1995 Mercury 135 Overheat Alarm

    I am purchasing a 1995 boat w/ a Merc 135 and have heard talk of overheat alarms. Does this engine come equiped with such an alarm?. I,ve had experience with older Merc's (1970's 100hp & 115hp) that did not, and became very costly after overheating. (I already plan to replace the impeller just...
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