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I am not sure. The only way I can think of is to put the seal on the top end of the water tube. Now wrap some electrical tape around...

That steering cable may be beyond saving. I presume it is a rotary system with the cable pulled out of the helm?

Gee, The OEM replacement for my Merc V6 was N/A for steel and $200+ for the SS replacement. Just so you know, the tilt tube on my Merc...

If you boat in salt water, the gauges can get corroded. They are usually made of a thin brass tube that moves when pressurized. The...

Yes, cracks in the rubber give it away.

Do you remember when the installers used quick set epoxy to install masonry sheets in the ceiling of the "Big Dig" tunnel in Boston...

You might source a new tilt tube, just to have another option. I have no idea if they are available for your motor.

Gee, I just buy Ugly Stiks. I haven't broken one of those yet.

"Permatex Gasket Dressing and Sealant" is immune to fuel. You could put it on the threads or use a rubber washer on the screw, or both.

The gearcase should be pressurized to 10 PSI or so. Another case of AI being wrong. The driveshaft seal in the waterpump base often...

A picture would help. Do you ever drain the carb bowls? If so, why? Could you drive a SS self tapping screw into the remains of the...

Corroded steering rods usually only occur if they are not cleaned and lubed each season. So turn the wheel so they stick out all the...

Newer Mercs have a silver plug on the block, with the serial number. Failing that, you could try to look up the part number of the block.

Those are some pretty good bangs on the side of the gearcase. You might put a straight edge on 'em and see if there are dents in the...

I read the description of the product on Amazon. I was surprised that it was listed, as I expected a stain to protect from greying.