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    Outdrive will not Tilt/Trim down (Alpha 1g2)

    Got to the boat launch today and I was unable to tilt the motor down. The pump runs, however the drives does not move. If you push the up button it sounds like the pump is fully loaded in the up position, down... the motor just runs. The resovoir appears to be about half full. Boat was fine 2...
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    1976 Merc 7.5 - LU Oil Flush

    I just purchased this 7.5, everything checked out good on the motor until I pulled the LU drain plug. The oil was very thick, like bearing grease thick. I am thinking someone may have pumped bearing grease into the unit. What would be the best method to get the LU cleaned up? I would hesitate...
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    Zodiac S.131 Model & Repair info

    I recently purchased a used S131 in good condition, at least until last weekend. I got hung up on some rocks and put a couple tears in the bottom of the boat. I would like to repair the boat myself, but I am having trouble nailing down the process since I cannot determine the type of material...
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    Installing new Gimbal bearing into housing

    I will be installing a new gimbal bearing in my 1996 Alpha one this weekend and was wondering if I am going to need Merc's special tool 91-31229A7 to press the bearing into the housing or if there is a simple home made replacement for this. Alternative is paying the Merc shop $156.00 to install...
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    Outdrive removal - Gimbal bearing replacement.

    1994 Maxum Merc 3.0L Alpha One. Can anyone provide a step by step for this process? I have a seloc manual, but they are so general in their instructions sometimes it's just absurd. (for instance... after removing the c-clips from the rams how to you get them to slide off? does the mounting pin...
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    Whirring / Growling noise in drive area

    1994 Maxum 3.0L Merc, Alpha One. Background: I pulled a rookie move a while back and forgot to replace the bilge plug before putting the boat in the water. I did not notice until the engine compatment was mostly full. (basically enough water in the compartment to cover the ujoints and gimbal)...
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    Mercruiser 3.0LX hesitation

    I have a 1996 20' Maxum cuddy with a 3.0LX that has a slight hesitation on acceleration. The hesitation is there regardless of what RPMs the engine is running at. When throttle is applied there is a short pause and the carb sound like it's sucking air and not getting enough fuel.<br /><br />The...
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    '87 Merc 115, idles to fast.

    Installed new powerhead, and rebuilt carbs last summer. Engine has always idled a bit high 1300 rpms (neutral) 1000 (gear). <br /><br />I've retimed it and adjusted the idle stop, but lowest idle I've been able to get is around 1300. <br /><br />Would improper jetting cause a high idle?<br /><br...
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    '87 Merc 115 - No Spark

    Just installed a new powerhead, and now I am not getting any spark to all 6. Going to start checking components with an ohms meter when I get home tonight, but would appreciate a nudge in the right direction.<br /><br />1987 Merc 115 SN# OB227445<br /><br />Busted my temp sender while installing...
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