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    E-tec electrical questions

    I am 99% decided on a new e-tec. I have a question about the tach and tilt/trim gauge. Are there benefits to going "factory" on these, i.e. do you get features in the tach that you wouldn't get in a normal tach? How about the tilt/trim gauge? I would like to purchase a Teleflex tilt/trim...
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    1995 Force 90 won't shift into fwd or reverse

    Well, a small problem has turned into a big one. First motor wouldn't shift into reverse. Now it won't shift into forward either. It will shift just fine in the driveway (running or off) but in the water it just makes some bad noises when I try to shift. Any suggestions? The shift cable...
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    Shift cable stretch?

    Do shift cables normally stretch to the point where you can't use them anymore after extended use? I got a used boat with a 95 90 HP Force. It wouldn't go into reverse anymore. I disconnected the shift cable, and noticed it was biased a bit towards "forward". I ran the adjusting post as far...
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    1996 Force 90 - prop interchangability

    Hi, I did a reasonable search, could not find a "for sure" answer. Will a newer Merc prop fit on a 1996 Force "by Mercury" 90 HP? Can you possibly give me a year range? Thanks, Biederboat
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    Lower unit seal kit

    Got a 1995 op HP Force, three questions regarding lower unit seals: 1. Are there any special tools required to install a seal "kit"? 2. I'm pretty good mechanically, should I get a manual or is it pretty obvious? I have replacement impellers on many outboards and taken a Yamaha 8hp lower...
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    Starter interchangeability for 96 Force 90HP

    Can someone give me a "safe" interchangeability guideline for a 96 Force Starter, i.e. what years and HP will cover this, and are there any Merc models? I need to eventually replace mine, it seems to be dying (replaced solenoid when it was bad, so that's new, batteries are good). Are they...
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    Starter solenoid bad?

    Hi, got a 1995 90HP Force, starter motor won't turn over when properly installed but does turn over quite well when directly powered off the engine. I can hear the solenoid clicking but a test light doesn't light up on the starter side of the battery circuit (from the solenoid to the starter)...
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    Need force parts

    Is there anyone that sells later model used Force internal engine components? I'm looking for a 90HP "Force by Mercury" piston assembly. Thanks, Biederboat
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    90 HP Force motor is stalling

    Some of you may have been following my saga on a 1996 Force 90 HP. It had a frozen piston due to a leaking head gasket. I "resurrected" the scored cylinder and it's within 10% compression of the other two. Took it out for a test drive finally, when it runs it sounds and feels good. However...
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    Basic info on a 1996 Force 90

    Apparently I've been successful, so far anyway, in salvaging a 96 Force 90 that had a frozen piston due to leaking head gasket (bought boat assuming the motor was toast). So far the only cost has been the head gasket, I was able to salvage the piston & rings. So now, I've got this thing...
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    Torque specs for 1996 90HP Force

    Hi, is there someone who could tell me the torque specs for the following on a 1996 90 HP Force: 1. The main crank bearing cap screws (for the piston connecting rod cap screws). 2. The cylinder head bolts, the 5/16" bolts that go through the water passage cover & head into the block. Is...
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    Follow-up on 90 HP Force

    This motor just keeps pulling me in further than I ever hoped it would but there's a slight glimmer of hope here. Bought a boat knowing it had a frozen 1996 90 HP Force (aka "Farce", I know). I was basically relieved that it was frozen when I bought it, thinking there's a good excuse for...
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    90 HP Foirce, follow-up question

    This may be my final question on this thing, depending on whether or not I can fix it. 1996 90 HP Force, blew a head gasket, which froze a cyl. I got it unfroze, middle pistion (where the gasket leaked) has bad compression (50 psi), other two good (about 140). Took the head off, bore looks...
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    1996 Force 90, worth fixing?

    This is a follow-up to an earlier post, now that I have more info. Fortunately this is a case where I have lost nothing and might gain something. I bought a boat with this motor (96 Force 90 HP) knowing it had problems (frozen block). I intended to immediately sell it as a re-builder but on a...
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    1996 Force 90, bad compression

    Hey everyone, I picked up a boat that had this motor. It was purchased knowing the motor was bad. I'm trying to figure out if I should attempt repairing the motor or just wait for the new 4-stroke in about a year. The top and bottom cylinders have good compression, about 140, the middle one...
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    Mystery electrical problem for Suzuki DT140

    Hi, I have an 88 Suzuki DT140 with a very low battery drain when the battery is left connnected. It is originating from the Rectifier Assy and the Rectifier/Regulator Assy that sit above the CDI unit. Each one has a white wire that is fed from battery power (first to the starter solenoid hot...
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    1997 Yamaha 150 jet - powerhead failure

    I have limited info on this but my buddy's boat apparently has at least a fried piston (zero compression). Not too many hours on this, and no apparent & obvious sub-failures (i.e. clogged water passage, worn impeller, etc.). Are there any common failures on these motors that would lead to...
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    What generally causes high-speed missing?

    I have been running a "new to me" 1988 Suzuki DT 140 for a few hours. It's been running fine but on the final leg back to the dock today I felt a distinct missing (not real bad) running about 4600-4800 rpm. I previously (before I even ran it) cleaned out all carbs and it idled fine when we got...
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    Conclusions on Suzuki carbs

    Having been through several orderals on Suzuki carbs (85-88 vintage on 115 & 140HP) I have come to several conclusions to keeping these suckers running. I'm curious what the experts think about the following list, your comments are welcome.<br /><br />1. Always drain the carbs after running if...
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    Running a Suzuki DT140 w/o carb cover

    Is it okay to run a DT140 for a test run without the carb cover? It won't be a dusty day or anything and will only be for 20-30 minutes max.<br /><br />Thanks,<br />Biederboat
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