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I have a Kiekhaffer Mercury Model 60 6HP engine. The serial # plate is missing. It does have "Comet" stamped on the side of the block which confirms its a 6HP. It also has the numbers 835 2650 stamped on the engine block. I've searced and searched again. from the pictures I've seen it looks like...
I replaced my water Pp impeller today. (Old one didn't look bad but was at least 10 years old according to the PO). While the gearcase was off I noticed that the shift rod passes through a plastic piece and then further down into the gearcase. this plastic piece didn't look too waterproof with a...
I just installed a factory alternator coil and regulator on a 1993 Nissan 8hp for charging the battery. Does this now mean that a battery MUST be connected while the motor runs as is the case with a car alternator? Can I just start it up hooked to a volt meter to check operation?
Just bought a boat with a prestine 1993 Nissan 8HP (8b). This is a manual start long shaft sailboat motor. It didn't have an alternator option so I ordered one along with a manual. I now see they recommend a flywheel puller. I have seen suggestion on loosening the flywheel nut and banging on...
