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    Re-powering - your thoughts

    I am going to re-power my old 1976, Aquasport 24' Family Fisherman. It has a vintage 1984 Yamaha 200 hp on it now and has been very reliable and plenty motor for the boat. It is old and has a bad cylinder now so I want to re-power with a used Yamaha so I can try to use the existing controls and...
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    Switch broke

    Hi forum members, the key switch on my older Yamaha 703 control box broke up when the plastic failed. I never thought there could be so many little parts and springs in such a small space as the keyhole. The switch has 3 positions, Off, On, Start. The electric choke solenoid is operated with a...
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    Plug wires

    Hello, I have an '84 yamaha 200AETO. Over the years the plug wire connectors have become loose and vibrate off the plugs. I pushed them on tight and installed cable ties around the boots and plugs to keep them snug. My question is, can the plug wires be replaced without replacing the coils? I...
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    Steering leak

    Hello Boaters, I sprung a leak. I have a Hynautic 3 line pressurized steering system on my 24' boat with an outboard. The haudraulic helm pump (H-50) is leaking oil by the seal behind the steering wheel. Is resealing this unit something that should be done by a specialist or is it an easy DIY...
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    Souped-up Yamaha 150

    Hey guys, did Yamaha ever market a special edition 150 HP with a 20in shaft for Bass boats that was really more than 150hp? A guy wants to sell me a used powerhead off such a motor. I have not looked at the motor yet because I want to check out the info. He claims it's more like a 200hp and was...
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    Compatible Yamaha Lower Units

    Hey folks, I have a 1984 Yamaha 200hp(200AETO)25in. My lower unit has a chipped cavitation plate plus leaking seals. Which other year model lower units will adapt to the '84 casting and bolt pattern? My options are to do a re-seal/weld job to the current LU or find a used/rebuilt one. Just want...
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    Need decal parts

    I'm putting a 1976 Mercury 9.8 back together and the decals are badly worn. Does anyone know where new ones can be purchased on the internet for this model year? Most of the sights I've visited only have decals for motors from the '50s. Thanks
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    Merc 110, 9.8hp

    Hello Mercury experts,my Merc 110, 9.8hp, has a serial# 4388639 and I want to know the year model. I have been to some sights suggested in prior posts but I can't find the info on this serial#. I am looking for parts schematics for this motor. When I run it in a barrel, the water flow only comes...
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    Yamaha lemons???

    Hi all, I'm looking to repower and am interested in used equipment. I will be looking for a 200 or 225hp Yamaha and want to know if there are any particular models or mfg. years to avoid. The motor I'm running now is an '84 Yamaha 200hp carburated and is still working fine, but I'm thinking...
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    Lower unit seals

    What is involved in replacing lower unit seals on an '84 200 Yamaha? The gearcase oil gets milky and I have to keep changing it. Although it is 20 years old, the motor still runs strong and I'm interested in fixing the leak. Is this something that should be professionally done and what is the...
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    Which heater

    Hi y'all,I want to get a portable heater for winter striper trolling on the Chesapeake. I have a 24ft boat with a full wrap enclosure that snaps/zips on. Does anyone have any experience with the propane or alchohol units. Looking for experienced advice on what to buy that works good on a boat...
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    Garmin/Lowrance fishfinder

    I am replacing my Hummingbird 300tx (Junk) with either a Garmin 240 Blue or a Lowrance X-91. They seem to fit my budget. Does anyone have experience with these units and/or recommendations. I'm leaning toward the Garmin because it looks more user friendly and has a dual frequency, temperature &...
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    AMF Puffer

    I am new to sailing and have just aquired an old 12' AMF Puffer. I think I have all the parts, but I don't know exactly how to rig it. Does anyone out there have any pictures, instructions, manuals, etc for this craft that you would share with me, or any links to info about it? Any sailing...
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    Broken plate

    I hit a submerged object that snapped off 1/2 of the starboard side of the cavitation plate on my 200 Yamaha lower unit. Any problem running without it? (Boat has trim tabs) I hear the metal can be reformed at machine shops with aluminum welding; anybody experienced that? I continued running...
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    Prop stuck

    I'm trying to remove the prop on an older Merc 9.8hp (Mercury 110) and it is frozen to the splined shaft. Any tips on getting it off without damage.
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