Recent content by SARAH C

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    trim/tilt switch

    Okay, I have the manual for my 83' 70hp Evinrude. Problem is it shows a whole fuse box which does not exist on my boat. RIght now I am running the tilt by touching two wires to the battery. Anyone have an easy solution to rewiring it so I can use the trim/tilt switch on the console. (Short of...
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    gas/oil ratio

    Anyone know the gas:oil ratio for a 83 70hp Evinrude? I know it is 6:1 and this may sound really stupid, but is that 6 gallons to one quart or one pint?
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    trim/tilt fluid

    Where does the trim tilt fluid go and how much should I put in? Also is there a way to push the pistons in that keep the motor from going all the way down? We want to use the boat but it is difficult w/o the engine going down all the way. We hope to lift the engine manually while we address...
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    trim/tillt not working

    any suggestions for a trim/tilt that is not working on a 83 70hp evinrude?
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    bow railing

    Any suggestions on how to mount a stainless steel bow rail on a 17 ft center console pro line? How should I bend the rail, etc?
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    bow railing

    Any suggestions on how to mount a stainless steel bow rail on a 17 ft center console pro line? How should I bend the rail, etc?
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    wiring an '83 70 hp Evinrude

    I just bought my first boat, and have no idea about outboard motors or their wiring. Trouble is the tilt on the engine only goes one direction...down... and has to be lifted manually. Any suggestions on what I can do to repair the problem. Is this something I can attempt on my own, or should...
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