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    1988 115hp starting/idle issues

    My 115 will only stay running at a high idle, as soon as I shift to neutral and try to get it in to gear, she stalls. It sat for 3 years with out being run periodically and I'm guessing that the carbs need a cleaning or rebuild. and once in gear and running, the RPMS drop from WOT to nearly...
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    1988 115 Merc OB tirm/tilt issues, long post, sorry

    I have a Merc 115 OB with power trim/tilt that's having issues. About 5 years ago I had to replace the up and down solenoids and it worked ok, then it quit working altogether. Just last night, while cleaning and tuning up the engine, I noticed some SEVERE wear (down through the insulation to...
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    1988 115 Merc w/Morse steering issues

    Hello all! I hope someone has some hints for me, I have a Merc 115 (1988) I-6 O.B. on my Hobie Power 18 boat with frozen steering. It sat for 3 years unused (but covered) and since she's been "re-comissioned," I can't seem to get the steering unstuck. I have a Teleflex Morse steering set up...
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