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I rebuilt my 1987 125 due to a bad piston/bearings. And it has gone bad again after 5 minutes of running. So what do you think the problem is? I only have problems with that piston...the others look good. It looks like it is running extremely lean. The motor locks up after running at full...
I just picked up my Force 125 block from the machine shop after having a cylinder sleeved. When I got home, I found a hole in the block about a 1/4" in diameter. It seems when the shop was machining the hole they let their tool go all the way to the bottom of the bore, next to the crank...
I have a 1987 Force 125 (I just purchased), and while inspecting the lower unit I found .045 end play on the prop shaft. I pulled it apart and found no thrust washer behind the clutch dog! Where can I find a .030 washer, give or take....or do I live with the .045 end play? Also the skeg was...
Can someone tell me where the cheapest place to get parts would be? I have a 87 force 125. I need gasket set, head gasket, water pump kit, and rings. After market will be great.
I need a head and connecting rod for an 87 Force 125. Can anyone tell me what years will work other than 87? Maybe you have what I need. I can be reached at 303-507-8501 Thanks.
