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    Rpm gauge not working on 175hp

    Ok, not sure what to do and whether this is a problem with the motor or boat. Anyway, my gauge is showing like 5500 rpm with the motor off. It doesn't move with the motor running either. Is this a gauge problem or do you think the motor may have a problem? My dealer has one for like $90.00...
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    1999 Johnson 175hp Ocean Pro Stalling out

    When I go to full throttle my motor starts to choke and die. But if I don't hammer the throtle and kindly, gently forward the throttle, It will take off and run like without any problems. It idles smooth and runs pretty good at wot. As a matter of fact, I ran it at wot and it got my boat to...
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    Mercury 250hp EFI (Fire Damaged)

    I have come into possesion of a fire damaged 250hp Mercury. I've taken the motor off of the boat and inspected it and there is some damage. The Top cowling is destroyed but inside it just doesn't look that bad. Some wiring is melted but nothing that doesn't look repairable.<br /><br />I kind...
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