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    Whinning Noise From Lower Unit

    Had the boat out this weekend after changing both bellows and putting new prop on, noticed a whinning noise coming from the lower unit only when in gear. I didn't change the gimbal bearing when I had it apart but it felt smooth when I turned it. Wondering if there might be somthing I put...
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    What is so unique about an exhaust bellows

    On my 1976 3.0L the exhaust bellows in the engine compartment were fried. I couldn't find one quick enough and wanted to take my new boat out, so I made one out of rubber PVC couplings. I took a little to get them in there but I did it and it seems to work fine. Just wondering why a new bellows...
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    1976 Mercruiser 140 hp

    Just wondering, I bought a 1976 crestliner with a 140 hp mercruiser for $600. the boat itself is in great condition and the motor and lower unit seem to be a fresh rebuild. How good of a deal did I get. What kind of problems can I expect. So far had it on the water a dozen times and haven't had...
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