I'm in the process of rebuilding a new to me 1985 Mariner SN 0A143401. It had not been ran for years when I got it, so I replaced the water pump and I was able to get it started. After about 30 seconds of full throttle I started getting exhaust out the tell tail. I started this project with the...
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Last September I picked up a vintage 1965 Loanstar Commander that came with a 9.8 110. Apparently the outboard had sat for about 5 years and was in unknown condition. I was able to get it started and do a single full throttle run for about 30 seconds. When I stopped I I was getting...
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Long time reader first time poster. I recently purchased a 9.8 with a 1965 Lonestar as a winter restoration project. I was able to get it started however it appears the water pump will need to be replaced, I gave it sufficient time to warm up knowing some of these came with thermostats...
