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    1989 Evinrude 150 Oil Tanks Question

    Just purchased a used 1989 Larson boat with 1989 Evinrude outbaoard that just had 1 piston replaced. The motor still needs to be broken in per the dealer for another 4 hours @ differnt RPM's @ 100/1 oil ratio. 1. How do you control the oil ratio from 50/1 to 100/1 when you have an oil tank, I...
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    OMG 4.3 Liter Engine Problem Manifolds

    I have a 1986 OMC 4.3 liter V6 engine that slightly over heated last season, I let the engine cool for a few minutes and started it back-up. The water seemed to flow again and ran fine the rest of the day, took it the marine and he suggested the annual water impeller repalcement. repalced with...
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    Exhaust Manifolds OMC Stinger - Cobra

    I have a 1986 OMC 4.3 liter engine with the Stinger outdrive, will the OMC 4.3 liter Cobra exhaust manifold fit for the Stinger modle? Thanks Jerry
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    Questions for 4.3 6 OMC Cooling/Outdrive & HP

    I trying to figure out exactly what I have for future reference and have a couple of questions. Question #1: I have a 1986 4.3 liter engine with a 2 barrel carb, how many HP is this motor? Question # 2: The motor was intermittenly overheating, this site recommened removing the termastat and...
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    4.3 V6 Inyermitten Over-Heating Problem

    I have a 1986 4.3 V-6 in/out motor that has an intermitten heating problem. Normally everything working great then all of a sudden the the tempature over heats rapidly. If I stop the engine a wait a few minute, then restart I can see the water tempature goes back down to normal. Just to be sure...
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    1990 Evinrude 6 HP Hard Start

    I have a 1990 Evinrude 6 HP that runs great, however It's hard to start the first time I use it. Once started it will run great and restart on the first pull each time. Sometime I have to squirt a little starting flude into the plastic air filter, I don't even have to remove it just a little...
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    Uniden Microphone Replacement - How

    I need to replace the microphone on my Unide (Polaris) VHF radio, I can't figure out how to remove the mic. connector. I removed the control head and looked inside and it looks like it's completely sealed. I know it unplugs from the inside, I just can't remove the cord from the radio. Ant help...
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    6 HP Johnson - Removing Throttle Handle

    I need to replace the kill switch on my 1990 6 HP Evinrude motor, I have tesed the switch with an OHm meter and detemind it was faulty. I pushed in the 2 release buttons on the handle which made it loose, but I could'nt figure out how to get the rest of the handle off. I assume there's some...
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    No Spark 6HP Evinrude

    I have a 6 HP Evinrude which I belive is a 1993 modle (E6RLESR) that's not getting spark on either cylinder, is it possible for two coils to fail @ the same time? How do I test a coil? I already pulled the plug and held it to ground while somebody pulled the rope, I also pulled the safety...
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    Dirt Water When Flushing 4.3 Liter Engine

    I recently purchased a Invader boat with a 4.3 liter engine, the boat seems to run ok without any detectable issue. When I took the boat home I flushed the engine with ear muff for a few minutes and everything seemed ok. After sitting for a week I flushed it again and the water that came out...
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    4.3 120 HP Thermostat Issue

    I have an 1986 4.3 liter engine I recently purchased, I alway like to know what the engine tempature is. The guy I bought the boat from said he just installed a new thermostad (Which does look new) a few weeks ealier, the problem is the boat need to run for almost 30 minutes befor it registers...
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    Dual Axel Trailer Noise -Take off & Stops

    I have a dual axel trailer I recently purchase (with a boat) that has a brake system, when I first connected it to my tow vehicle I thought something was loose. When I take off I hear a delayed bang that sounded like my tailer hitch was loose, when I stop I hear the same thing. The guy I bought...
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    GPS for Dummies

    I have a Garmin handheld GPS and want to figure out how to understand the Lat/Lon information. In my area the main readings are the 33 XX & 118 XX, I'm trying to figure out what the 33 or 118 represent. Are they miles, if so what is the XX and the XXX represent? Somebody told me all I need...
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    Windless Gypsy Cluch Nut

    I hope this is the right forum for this topic, I have lost the nut that tighten the rotaing gear on my windless. The modle is a Lewmar/Horizon series 900, I called Lewmar and they said I can't get a replacement until the end of November. Does anybody know where I might find a replacement nut...
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    120 Twin Force Engines

    Just purchased a pair of 1992 Force 120 HP motor, the guy stated that one works great and the other had a gasket leak. I plan on using only 1 of these motors for a ski boat, somebody ask me if one has a reverse prop on it. How would I tell and does it make a difference on which one I use...
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    Furuno LS 6000 Problem

    Hi Guy's, My Furuno LS6000 Video Sounder stop scanner, it powers up just doesn't move the screen. Does anybody know of a reair shop in LA California area, I'm located in Torrance and can't find a local repair vendor. Thanks for any information that may help. Jerry (Lost at Sea)
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    Furuno LS 6000 Fish Finder

    Having a problem with my Furuno fish finder and can't seem to fine a local service shop. The screen no longer seems to scan, but it powers up fine. If theres a differnt site that may help, please let me know. Jerry
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    1984 Johnson 35 HP Top End Speed Problem

    I have a 1984 Johnosn 35 HP motor that runs great from idle to mid speeds, but when I run at higher speeds it feels like the prop is slipping. The motor sounds like the RPM rise but then I lose a little power. How can I determine if this is a prop issue or a lower unit issue? Thanks for any...
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    1989 Starcraft Leaking Problem

    I have purchased a used 1989 18' Aluminum Starcraft fishing boat and have several leaks that have been repaired by the previous owner in two ways. 1. "Below Water Sealants" available @ most boat shops. 2. On soft spots he drilled screws into the hull and then used the sealant. My concerns are...
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    No water out of exhuast at high speed 35 Johnson

    Hi Guys, I have a 1984 35 Johnson (J35ELCRR) with a new water pump, it test good on the hose and when going low speed on the water. The water also is coming out of the 2 exhaust holes until we pick up speed. The water will still come out of the pee hole, but not the exhaust hole and it seems...
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