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Chris1956 replied to the thread ‘91 merc 60hp overheating alarm buzzing.

When installing a new impeller, inspect the bottom of the old one. Look for damage there, which has been often known to lead to...

Nov 1, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Brake based limited slip differentials.

The way I understand the "Posi-traction" limited slip differentials of the 70s and 80s, was that they often had mechanical breaking on...

Nov 1, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Winterizing, use E-0 stabilized gas or install shut off valve and run carb out of fuel?.

Gee, I have never had an issue with E10. It keeps the fuel system clean, and eliminates water in the fuel, or really cuts it down. My...

Oct 31, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Yamaha lower unit stuck.

Gee, stuck how? Stuck on, stuck in gear, stuck in the mud, trim stuck down? What year and model?

Oct 31, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Gonna need to pull my Alpha outdrive, no water flow.Thinking its clogged.

Charlie, I have had the water passage under the waterpump in the OD, nearly clog with barnacles. A lot of Alphas have removeable...

Oct 30, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Aftermarket Mercruiser parts, What are you using???.

On my MerCruiser, I would routinely use automotive fan belts which were $10 vs $70 for Quicksilver ones. I also matched auto U joints...

Oct 28, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Water in bilge.

Gee, water is 8 pounds per gallon. Why not add 200 gallons of water to your boat on the trailer? What could go wrong?

Oct 28, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Not getting Forward.

Gee, Mercury controls almost never wear out. I have a MerControl from 1977 and another older one (white) that work perfectly. However...

Oct 28, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Trailer and trim button issues..

Alpha drives have the trim limit switch exposed to the water. It is simply a copper contact and a copper pointer on the outdrive tilt...

Oct 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Should I use a kicker when trolling in a 4.3L Mercruiser?.

I doubt the 4.3 motor will have an issue with idling for hours. They tend to be real good at that. The question is whether they troll...

Oct 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Winterize a Non-Running Engine?.

Pull the spark plugs and spray fogging oil into the cylinders and carbs. Turn the flywheel a few times to distribute the fogging oil...

Oct 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Lower unit noise investigation.

The driveshaft bearings on a lot of Merc gearcases are cone shaped. The cones can face up or down. Some that face down have a spring...

Oct 26, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread modified leaning post? Bolster?.

Joe, Captain's chairs often have flip up cushions, just for the reason you want one. You might take a look at them and see how they...

Oct 26, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread modified leaning post? Bolster?.

Do you want the bolster behind your back or a cushion under your butt? Either way, make or buy the bolster (or cushion) and use some...

Oct 24, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Replacing Motor mounts.

Gee, which motor is that? I have replaced the upper motor mounts on my mercury OB, but not on my Johnny. On the Merc, the upper...

Oct 23, 2025

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