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    What would cause a fuel line to not allow fuel to flow from the fuel pump.

    Hello- I have a Tohatsu M70A2 late 80's motor. It runs good but I have a problem with a fuel line. Took the boat out and ran out of fuel in the first tank. We''s call this tank A. I switched to the second tank (we'll call this tank B), pumped the bulb until hard. Started the motor and it would...
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    How To Guide: Buying a New/used Outboard

    Hello, I have a 1987 Tohatsu M70A2 on a 17 ft modified Jon boat. I recently rebuilt the boat. The engine runs good, but has left us stranded one too many times. I think it is time to retire the "Old Smokey" and get something more reliable. My question is: How does one go about buying a new...
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    Can I do a compression test with the intake manifold off?

    I have a Tohatsu 2 stroke. The intake is currently off because I am replacing the reeds. The reeds are in the mail, but before I move forward with buying any other parts, I want to make sure the compression is good on the engine. Can I do a compression test with the intake manifold off and...
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    Tohatsu M70A2 Stalling- won't start

    Tohatsu M70A2 Stalling- won't start Today, 10:17 AM Hello all, I have a Tohatsu M70A2 that has been dying, hard to start, and dies leaving us stranded for a while. In general, the motor is hard to start and idles poorly. It has to be turned over many times before it will stay running...
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    Tohatsu M70A2 Stalling- won't start

    Hello all, I have a Tohatsu M70A2 that has been dying, hard to start, and dies leaving us stranded for a while. In general, the motor is hard to start and idles poorly. It has to be turned over many times before it will stay running where I can put it in gear. Once warm and running a bit...
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    Can I use Teks Dek Grey Spex With aluminum?

    Hello, Looking for screws to go into trusses on my aluminum Jon boat. I see many recommendations for stainless steel self-drilling, but I can't find any that look as good as the Teks screws, I've seen a few posters say they used Teks screws, but I don't know how they held up over time. More...
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    Interlux Primocon primer on Aluminum boat looks like orange peel

    Hello, I am applying Primocon primer to the sides of my flat bottom Jon Boat. I am focusing on the bare metal spots, and feathering the Primocon over the touching painted areas so not to have an abrupt line. I am thinning with Brush EZE, and I have also not primed. I have used different levels...
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    Titling or gettng a trailer title in Virginia without a title

    I am posting this for anyone trying to obtain a title or register a trailer in Virginia, but do not have the title for the trailer. I bought a boat and the boat came with no title because it was titled in Maine. I did a lot of research and found that you can get a title for a homemade trailer...
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    M70A2 NS70A2 Impeller liner? Anyone have a one or know someone that knows someone?

    Hello, I know this is a long stretch, but I figures it's worth a shot. I need an impeller liner for a Tohatsu M70A2. From what i understand the nissan NS70A2, or any 70A model of the two. If anyone knows anything about obtaining a new used, other model that fits with modifications, or...
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    Help! Tohatsu 70 HP M70A2 Overheating

    Hello, I'm new to boating and the forums. Like the title says, I have a Tohatsu M70A2, 70 HP 2 stroke, that is overheating. I do not know where to start on a boat motor and I need some help, please. I have used the boat last weekend Sat- Sun and this weekend Sat-Sun. After about 7 hours of...
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