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    removing seal glands seastar

    I successfully removed the defective gland on the port cylinder, cannot budge the starboard side. used a heat gun (could not use a torch to much light and wind) any suggestions? ps the starboard side does not leak, however i do belive in murphys law.<br /><br /> mistylady
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    WINTERIZING 2001 200EFI

    I will be winterizing my motor this year. I am familar with winterizing carb motors, but not EFI. Can you help? Thanks
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    using seafoam on merc ob

    any suggestions on how to apply seafoam to a merc 2001 efi? mix in fuel tank or is their a better way? mistylady
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    starter will not turn merc 200efi

    starter will not turn engine checked fuses ok, neutral okay, next step battery. any other suggestions would be appreciated.<br /><br /> mistylady
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    doelfin

    i have a 200hp engine on a 24ft boat looking for advise on doelfin. any suggestions on how these perform? mistylady
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    nstalling trim tabs

    since i cant get a dealer to install trim tabs, i am wondering if anyone who has installed them, could give some info on overcoming mistakes.<br /><br /> mistylady
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    tim tabs

    i am debating whether to install a set of trim tabs on my 1995 wellcraft238 coastal outboard boat. this model has a full transon and platform. the problem i have is most of the time i have to run with the motor all the way in, adjusting the motor out, causes cavitation and porposing. i fish the...
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    garmin g chart for model 230

    i have tried everywhere, since garmin has discontinued g charts. i am looking for a chip from new york to capemay including delaware bay.<br /><br /> mistylady
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    starting problem merc 200efi

    i am experiencing a problem starting my merc 200 2001 efi in colder weather. it will start only if i advance the throttle in the neutral position. i think this a problem since it is an efi motor. any help would be apprciated. i forgot to mention that it starts fine in warmer weather.<br /><br...
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    merc 225 optimax feedback

    condiering purchasing a merc225 2005 optimax, any feedback on prior years would be appreciated.<br /><br /> mistylady
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    TILT AND TRIM GUAGE

    MY GUAGE INDICATOR ONLY WORKS COMPLETLEY UP OR DOWN, CANNOT GET IT TO 1/2 WAY ETC. ANY SUGGESTIONS? 2001 MERC 200EFI<br /><br /><br /> MISTYLADY
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    FUEL PUMP QUESTION

    COULD A FUEL PUMP WITH BELOW RECOMMENDED PRESSURE CAUSE A POWER HEAD FAILURE ON A MERCURY 200EFI??<br /><br /> MISTYLADY
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    RESULTS ON POWER HEAD FAILURE

    THE MERC 200EFI 2 TIME POWERHEAD FAILURE IS DUE TO A FAULTY IGNITION BOX ADVANCING THE TIMING TO THE TOP STARBOARD CYCLINDER. THE LAST TIME THE SAME CYCLINDER WENT AND THE TECH SAID IT WAS A SHORTED WIRE IN THE HARNESS. SHOULD BE ALL DONE NEXT WEEK.<br /><br />...
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    blown engine

    i have a 2001 merc 200efi. the engine went with 100 hours the first time. they replaced the power head under the ext warranty. it just went again with 65hours. this motor has always been serviced by a mercury dealer. has anybody else had problems with this motor. ps it is still under the...
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