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    Oil/Gas Mixture 1980 Mercury outboard 90HP

    Hey all, I have an inline six cylinder 1980 Mercury outboard 90 horsepower. I want to know what is the oil to fuel ratio. Thanks for all your help!! :D
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    Advice on 1980 Mercury 90 HP 6 Cyl. (no spark & more)

    Ok, I have a 1980 Mercury outboard. When I turn the key, no spark (the controls came off another boat). How can I test to see if the motor is getting a spark or if the key switch is bad? Also, I need the spark plug gap for this motor. I am going to get some new NGK's for it today. Also...
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    From junk to joy...pics of my project

    Well, I have been working on this thing for months now. (As I stated in a previous post, this is my first boat.) My wife gave me dirty looks when I brought it home. Now the boat is looking pretty descent, so I don't get those "what is that junk doing here" look anymore. So far, I have...
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    My project started at $125.00 and escalated quickly

    I purchased a 1979 Monark McFast 150 bass boat. It has a great hull & transom. But, it was stripped down & the seats were all rotted. I had to get the boat totally rewired & bought new bilge/livewell pumps. I bought a 1980 Mercury 90 HP (that I was told has been bored out to run like a 110)...
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    Should I use carpet or non-skid paint?

    I have been told by some people that using carpet is fine for a boat. Others tell me that carpet doesn't last long & it retains water. One guy suggested I use Interlux non-skid paint. It doesn't hold water and it lasts longer than the carpet. What is your advice? Thanks!
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    Shaft extension or mounting bracket or what?

    Hello, this is my first time owning a boat. I have a 1980 Mercury 90Hp outboard mounted to a 1979 Monark McFast 150. The boat and transom are pretty solid. The motor has a 25" shaft, but I'm told the motor is still too short. I need have it 3-5 inches lower. I saw online where I can get a...
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