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    Bellows install order

    I am in the process of installing a new set of bellows and was hoping somene could clairfy the order. I ordered a manual but have not see it yet. I have all the old bellows and hoses off and everythig has been cleaned. I installed the hose for the cooling system and have installed the shift...
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    Cleaners and chemical suggetions

    I am in the process of winterizing my boat. I want to see what others are using for chemicals. What do you use on your carpets interior Vinyl canvas covers hull cleaner hull wax Also do you spray your engine with anything to fight corrosion? I keep my boat in the water for two to three...
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    Merc Manual Suggestions

    I need a repair manual for my 98 Mecrusier Alpha one Any suggestions? I found the factory manual on this site. I would like something that walked though the more involved maintenance procedure and repairs. Thanks.
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    Drive oil low

    I just noticed the drive oil resivoir was low. The outside of the outdrive has some oil running down it. Any idea what could be leaking? Where does the oil go? I have had the boat for years and have never had to add any.
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    Alpha One Will not trim up

    I have been having a problem with the trim on my 98 Alpha one connected to a 4.3l engine. The trim goes down fine but when it comes up the pump is louder than usual and may or may not go up. We had trouble getting it out of the water today. I had to lift up on the outdrive while my wife...
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    wont start, now what

    A few weeks ago I could not get my 98 Bayliner with a Merc 4.3 started. After I gave up I brought it to a marinia. They cleaned the carb, replaced two components in the iginition (the module and something under the distributor) and the distributor cap. They also adjusting the timing and...
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    Timming on 98 Merc 4.3

    Is it set similar to car? Anyone know what it should be set to?
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    Help with 98 merc carb basics

    I had trouble with my engine. It would ocasionally run rough then stall. This went on for a couple of weeks. Now it does it whenever I idle. It will start to run rough. If I try to accelerate it will run rough then stall. It seems to be flooding. Is there a mixture adjustment I can use...
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    4.3 Merc wont start or stalls and wont start.

    We have been having trouble with our 98 Bayliner. When running at idle or just above idle it will sputter then stall. Then it will not start. Or it just wont start at the beginning of the day. It seems that the only way to start it is to leave the throttle and the choke open for a couple of...
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