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    How to remove the 1987 Johnson 110 VRO Bubbleback exhaust cover?

    HI! I have a new to me 1987 Johnson 110 VRO and I'm doing some preventive maintenance to it and checking everything out including all the electrical, impeller, thermostats ect and replacing what's needed before I take it to the water for a trial run. How to remove the 1987 Johnson 110 VRO...
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    1986 Mercruiser 140 Head ,looks like damaged to the molded valve stem guides?

    this head is from a 86 mercruiser 140 that i'm working on not sure if this is just bad machining, or actual damage. If damage what could have caused it?....if it's bad machining for the rubber valve stem seals what are you opinions? and I appreciate them thanks! they all have some sort of...
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    Mercruiser 140- 3.0 Cylinder Head Brass Casting Plug (Expansion Plug) part number?

    I have been searching the Mercury Marine Catalog for the 140 cylinder head brass expansion plug or plugs. I had no such luck finding them or a part number. I call them, but they referred me to a " Classic Mercury Technical Hotline 920-929-5200" which cost 20.00 per call, maybe worth it though...
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    93 Mercruiser 3.0 swap to a 1984 Mercruiser 140, what do I need to know...

    1993 Chaparral 180 SL Mercruiser 3.0 with a cracked internal block, I want to swap a 1984 Mercruiser 140 engine. I purchased this boat only for the engine. It is pretty much all original, even the manifold, and risers are original. I checked the compression 148-150 on all 4 The owner, who has...
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    looking at a 1984 Mercruiser 140 as possible replacement for my 93 Mercruiser 3.0

    looking for some opinions on this engine as a possible replacement to my 93 3.0. I know it is a lot older than my 93, but it is basically the same engine. some back ground from the owner The owner has owned it for 20 years, said it started to run hot, then shut the engine down for a bit, and...
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    could this be a potential engine replacement for my 93 mercruiser 3.0LX

    Not sure if this is compatible with my 93 mercruiser 3.0 engine. I would appreciate Opinions please.. not sure if is worth looking at, because of the overheating issue http://atlanta.craigslist.org/sat/boa/4491137605.html
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    93 Mercruiser internal & external engine block crack can it be welded or just junk it

    93 Mercruiser internal & external engine block crack can it be welded or just junk it 93 mercruiser 3.0 engine blocked cracked. It took me months to trace the root cause of my milky oil . I found that I had an internal engine block crack, and an external hairline crack that someone tried to do...
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    mercruiser 3.0 performance, pros and cons, what can I expect?

    I am getting closer to completing my 1993 chaparral 18' 6" Sport Limited project I have never had a Mercruiser 3.0 in a boat before, always ran outboards. I feel like it is a small engine for the size of boat. I would like to know what i can expect, performance wise, when i finally get her on...
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    1993 Mercruiser 3.0 new to me, with major problems, Not Running, Water mixed with oil

    1993 Mercruser Alpha One 3.0 Litre Digital Electronic Ignition Numbers From The Breather Cover Engine Seral Number 0F023390 the 6th digit could be 3 0F023890 the 6th digit could be 8 Outdrive is a Mercruiser Alpha...
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    purchasing a 1993 Chaparral 180 Limited Sport with non running Mercruiser 3.0

    Hi I am going to purchase a 93 Chaparral 180 Limited Sport with a non running Mercruiser 3.0. The boat is in vary good condition, however I'm not familiar with this brand, but I like the look of it. I would appreciate any information I can get on this boat, good or bad The po stated that never...
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    need advice on purchase of 1986 Yamaha 115 v4

    Hi...I don't know much about this brand of outboard, and will appreciate any advice I can get on this engine i am interested in possible purchase of a used 1986 Procraft Bass Boat with an original Yamaha 115 The boat was a donation to a ministry, so the condition is unknown. I know that I am...
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    what is your opinion on a 1977 Evinrude 115

    hi I will have a chance to purchase a 1977 Evinrude 115 hp Model# 115799S in current running condition and good cosmetic condition, for less than 1,000. The current owner is a reputable guy on another forum. The owner is having a 140hp hp repaired, and as soon and it is finished, he will sale...
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    1975 Glastron CVX 16

    HI, well I just purchased a used 1975 Glastron CVX 16, and I'm also a new member too...what a great place to start with new beginnings I purchased this boat and trailer on Sunday, for $ 320.00. I have always wanted one of these Glastrons of the 70s. I know it's a basket case at this point...
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