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    Whoa!!

    These guys are nuts!! http://www.vimeo.com/1778399 (switch to full screen for best effect) Maybe this belongs in Stupid Human Tricks... It must be an incredible trill, if you can work up the courage to jump!
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    1973 50hp Johnson keeps stalling!

    So I have a 1973 50hp Johnson model #50ESL73R that just won't stay running. I did some searching here and found that I should pump the primer bulb when it starts to die to see what happens. Pumping the bulb brings it back to life, so I figured the fuel pump may be at fault. I ordered and...
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    Mountain Bike?

    Any mountain bikers out there? I'm in the market for a new mountain bike for trail riding and I have no idea where to start looking. I have about a $500 budget and would be looking for a good frame and ok components that I could upgrade in the future. I would be riding some pretty decent...
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    Teleflex kit, which one?

    So I've decided it's time to scrap the cable and pulley steering on my 1966 Duo and install a Teleflex no feedback system but I can't figure out which one is appropriate for me. the boat's a 16' aluminum closed bow runabout style with a 50hp Johnson OB. I see Teleflex has the NFB Saf-T II and...
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    Fuel Pump Rebuild Kit?

    Hello, I'd like to rebuild the fuel pump on my 1973 50hp Johnson model #50ESL73R but I can't seem to find a kit here on Iboats or anywhere else for that matter. Does anyone know where on the net I can source a rebuild kit for this model, or maybe what other motors might have an interchangeable...
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    Clamp screw pitch and diameter?

    I was just attempting to mount up my new to me 1973 50hp Johnson only to realize that the port side clamp screw had been stripped somehow by the previous owner. It was nearly impossible to turn in or out. So, i finally got it out and need to buy a new one, but I'd also like to clean up the...
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    50hp Johnson 'looper'

    I'm interested in a motor I found for sale on Ebay described as: "johnson 50hp power shift 11 loop charged motor model no esl73r serial no. e3827749" In general, would this be considered a reliable motor? Any common issues for this model that I should check for before bidding? Can this be...
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    Mercury Prop Part # Decoding

    Hello, I have a 1965 Mercury 350 (35hp) outboard. When I purchased it, the previous owner gave me 2 props, a newer 3-blade, and the original 2-blade. The 2-blade prop only has the Merc part # stamped into the hub, nothing about diameter or pitch. It's pretty beat up and I was thinking about...
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    Help with Link and Sync Please...

    So I decided to do a link and sync on my 1965 Mercury 350, 35hp outboard. I have the Merc manual and followed it but when I was finished, the motor would not start. I had a real hard time getting the flywheel off with just the puller, ended up dousing it with PB Blaster, heating it, tapping...
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    Chrysler Reputation??

    Hello, I've been shopping around for a 50hp outboard, mostly looking for Evinrude or Johnson for under $1,000, but came across a 55hp Chrysler on craigslist for $950. The add says the ignition has been "gone through", not sure what that means. The lower unit has been re-sealed and a new...
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    50hp Outboard Suggestions

    Hello, I am looking to replace my 35hp 1966 Merc with a 50hp motor. It will definitely be used and my budget is up to $1000. I was wondering what year/makes have a good reputation. I'm guessing I'll be looking at mid '80s or older for that price range in my area (Detroit, MI). Any...
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    Prop Shaft Seals

    Hi All, I have a 1965 Merc 350, sn 1888644. After considerable trouble removing the old seals from the bearing carrier (which resulted in the need for welding and machining to repair :eek:) I'm ready to press the new seals in. Unfortunately, the merc manual and parts list diagrams don't show...
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    Two questions...

    First, I have a 1965 Merc 350, sn:1888644. I has remote controls and electric start. Is this motor capable of charging the battery? I don't see any kind of alternator or voltage regulator and it got me thinking... Second, that motor is on a 1966 16' aluminum closed bow 'Duo' brand boat and I...
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    '66 Merc 350 Fuel Line Size

    Hi Folks, Can anyone help me with the proper fuel line size for a '66 350, 35hp motor? The previous owner seems to have made up their own fuel line/primer bulb assembly that I would like to replace with a mercury setup. Would this motor have the 5/16" or 3/8" fuel line? Thanks and Merry...
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    1965 Merc 350 Lower Unit Removal

    Hi All, New to the forum and boating in general and was hoping I could get some advice. Bought an old boat with and old outboard (1956 merc 350, 35hp 2 cylinder) this fall and as I was winterizing it, discovered that the gear lube was completely white. Well, I decided that I would take off the...
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