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    F-N-R not aligning on '85 7.5HP Merc.

    I replaced the completely melted impeller and housing (worst piece of engineering I have witnessed in 20 years) and when I re-install the lower unit with the shift lever in Forward (F) and the spline on the lower unit spun to the area where the prop is spinning correctly forward, when it seats...
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    2001 Merc. 150 runs hot

    Impeller was replaced last year. Water pickup area seems to be clear of anything that would create air being drawn into the take ups. Stream is normal, but engine temp goes right to 195 to 220. Never used in saltwater. Have not checked or replaced thermostat (stream was normal, so that ruled...
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