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    1974 (200) 20HP Timing or Fuel problem?

    I got my 1974 Thunderbolt running a few weeks ago. I placed it in a 30gal barrel this weekend to run an extended test on it. I had a couple of problems pop up. So going to tackle the 1rst problem and then the second. 1. The problem I am going to explain in detail in this post 2. No pee stream...
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    1974 Mercury 20HP Thunderbolt Ignition Problems

    I just recently bought this motor. The guy fired it up for me with the muffs on and it started on the 3rd pull. I loaded on the back of my truck, strapped down and drove about 10 miles home. I put is on the stand and put in fresh plugs and new foot oil. Now I am not getting any fire to the...
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    Mercury Black Max 150 XR2 Running Rough!

    I want to start by saying I have read the thread "Black Max 150 has me baffled" and I think I have a different problem, but man, what a bunch of good info in that thread. I can start my engine (starts very easy) and idles good. I usually let it warm up to about 1/2 way between hot and cold...
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