A new problem has now surfaced. Last time out I was running in gear at a fast idle of about 1400 rpm. After about a minute the rpms went down to about 1200, so I increased throttle back to 1400 rpm. About 30 seconds later the rpms drop again. I figure it is probably a too rich carb problem...
1982 150hp V6.<br /><br />I just got a water pressure gauge.<br /><br />I think I have located two potential places to tap into the system. Tell me witch is best.<br /><br />Option 1: Hose that goes from the pressure releaf system to the thermostat on the right side of engine. <br /><br...
I bought a used boat with a 1982 150 v6 mercury.<br /><br />After the first time I had it in the water I noticed no telltale stream from the water pump and there was water in the lower unit oil.<br /><br />I put a new water pump, including new upper and lower housing in. Now there is a stream...
I had no spark to cylinder #6. I switched coils between 5 and 6, still no spark to 6. I didn't know if the switch box could cause no spark to only one cylinder, so I switched them last night.<br /><br />I expected that if the switch box was the problem, that now #5 would not fire. But after...
