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    1993 Johnson 140 Stiff steering

    I’m trying to loosen up the steering on a pair of Johnson 140’s. I’m able to steer the motors from left to right, it feels very stiff. If any one is familiar with these engines, do these engines have any zerk/grease fittings? thanks in advance for the help.
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    T-Top makers in the NYC area

    Hello all, Wanted to add a T-Top to my 21' Proline WA. Don't really know any T-Top makers around my way. If any of you can suggest/ recommend a manufacturer, that would great. Thanks.
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    Engine House Question

    Just trying to figure out what a part is called. Its around the I/O engine, its used to block water from coming into the engine house when the engine cover is down. Thanks in advance.
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    Seacock question

    Do you guys close all Seacocks valves when finished using the boat at the end of the day? Should they be closed?
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    04 Merc 5.0 MPI, Wrong ECM on Engine?

    Hello all, so after virtually replacing everything. My boat still wont go past 3k RPMs My mechanic is telling me the ECM that's on my 5.0 MPI is the wrong ECM... My serial # is 0W041535. It has closed cooling. The only improvement i have seen so far is when i switched props. Had a 14.5x19 prop...
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    2004 Mercruiser 5.0 MPI wont go past 1500 RPMs

    Hello all, Just finished installing and hooking up a 2004 Merc 5.0 MPI (Serial: 0W041535) to my 95 Pro-line 211. After the engine installation i did not change the old plugs or oil. I took it out a few time and it did not go past 1500 - 2000 RPM's. Had the mechanic run the diagnostic and found...
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    1995 Proline 211 Soft spot

    Have some soft spots towards the back on the boat (next to the engine cover). Looked underneath and saw no support for the deck. Its an all fiberglass boat, should i stick some wood underneath? What are some solutions for this? Thanks guys.
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    2004 Mercruiser 5.0MPI

    Hello all, Just set my engine down in the boat. The next part is to wire the engine (Tach, Ignition, etc.) Is this hard? Should i have a Mechanic do this? or would it be realistic for me to do this myself? Never wired an engine. Thanks for the feedback.
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    Gear Ratio for 2004 Mercruiser 5.0MPI (21' Boat)

    Hello all, Looking to purchase an Alpha one for my engine (2004 Merc 5.0 MPI). Not sure about what gear ratio. Some sites say 1:62 some say 1:47. Not sure which one to get, looking for some guidance. The boat is 21' weighs about 3500lbs. Thanks.
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    Need some suggestions for Prop size

    Hi All, Just installed a Mercruiser 5.0 MPI with an Alpha One (1.65). The boat is a 21' Proline Walkaround (3500 lbs Hull Only). What size prop should i go for? I looking for economical performance. Thanks in advance.
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    What part is this (Merc 4.3)

    Hello all, just trying to figure this out. What part of the wiring is this? (Please see pic) I just recently purchased an old engine and this part was kinda rusted/damaged so trying to see if i can get a new one. Thanks in advance guys.
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    1990 Merc 4.3 and 1995 Merc 4.3LX

    ​Hey guys, so i purchased a re-manufactured engine, see pic attached/below. I got a 1988 Merc 4.3 for $100 so i can switch over the parts. I asked a local marina store of mine to give me a quote to install the new engine and shift over the parts and wire the boat. The guys Quoted me...
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    Mercruiser Heat Exchanger/Fresh water cooling.

    Hey guys, do any of you know if this heat exchanger will fit a 1990 Merc 4.3? Please see pics below, Thanks for any feedback.
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    1990 Merc 4.3 and 1995 Merc 4.3LX

    Hello all, just a couple of Merc 4.3 questions. What is the difference between the two besides the 4bb carb? Can the 1990 be mounted in the same position as the 1995? Thanks in advance.
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    Late 80's Johnson 225, what year??

    I have a Johnson 225 on my Sportcraft. How do i find out what year the motor is? Thanks.
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