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When replacing roller cam a section broke off where the screw holds the roller cam to the cover plate. It was a clean break and not in a section with any ports. Has anyone attempted a repair with an adhesive and if so what type? I cleaned both pieces with acetone to remove any residue. As this...
Working on an 87 Force 125 .No tilt/trim. There are no relys for the tilt motor under the cover. The dash switch looks like it carries the load as there are 3 large gauge wires to the switch. A green for down, blue for up and a common. Should this supply +12vdc or does it supply the ground to...
I recently purchased a 7520 powerhed. I noticed it has a slight amount of movement when lifting the flywheel vertically. Is there a thrust washer on the crankshaft or case that may be worn? Or is this something that I shouldn't worry about? I haven't installed the.powerhead yet so now would be...
I acquired a 56 QD17 in parts and have a question about shift detent. The shift lever moves freely from forward/neutral/reverse, but there is no detent in any position. Looked at a parts breakdown on Marinengines.com and didn't see any type of detent device on the parts diagram. Am I missing a...
I have an Eska outboard I could use some help identifying. There are no I’d plates on the motor. I can post a photo of the motor. It doesn’t have a full cover. Looks just like lawnmower motor with cylindrical fuel tank. Thanks Jim.