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    1996 Mercury 150hp EFI --- Need an OEM Service and Parts Manual

    Can anyone help me locate an OEM Service Manual, and a Parts Manual, for my 1996 Mercury 150hp EFI? (Serial Number 0G424278) I was hoping to find a motor specific manual instead of the manuals that cover multiple outboards, if one exists. Thanks in advance for any and all assistance. Much...
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    Force 70 hp questions.

    I have no idea as to how to identify the correct model number on this outboard. These motors were notorious for fading motor plates as I understand. Hopefully someone can help correctly identify the model/year? The current identification plate is beyond legible. Here are my problems: 1) I am...
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    1991 ?? Mercury Force - Fuel streaming from prop while priming

    ?? 1991 ?? (Serial Number is no longer legible) Mercury Force 70 hp history: I acquired this outboard recently, and I'm trying to get it running properly. (Service Manual on hand.) It was terribly difficult to get running initially. Found the timing to be off a little bit. Reset timing, and she...
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    Looking for a couple part numbers ...

    I'm helping a friend with his "new to him" 1983 Evinrude 50hp outboard. (The model number is E50BELCTA) In the event his carbs need to be rebuilt, can anyone help with the most current part numbers for the upper/lower carb assembly rebuild kit(s), and the water pump assembly? Also, any...
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    2000 Johnson 150 hp Service Manual

    Could someone please tell me if this is the recommended service manual for my outboard. If I'm gonna drop $$$ on one, I want the best I can get. I can't locate a manual for my specific outboard. The model number on my OB is J150PLSSC. If you'd recommend one in particular, please provide a link...
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    Looking for a livewell timer

    Anyone know where one like this can be had? . . .
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    2000 Johnson 150 VRO Carb Cleaning

    Curious if anyone's tried this .... https://youtu.be/rtvKZyxbVdg I'm not a fan of "magical fixes", but this does appear plausible. I'm anxious to know if anyone here has actually tried to do this, and would care to share their results. My outboard is idling rough, often dies at the ramp while...
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    2000 Johnson 150 steering too tight

    At WOT & Full Trim (62 mph) my 18' bass boat steering is entirely too tight for my liking. For me, this is a potentially dangerous condition as the boat is VERY difficult to navigate on the water. Can anyone look at the attached image, and advise me on what I should change, if anything? There...
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    Seat base/deck repair question ....

    I recently purchased an 18' bass boat who's seat base on the front casting deck was damaged. What happened was that a BIG guy "flopped" down in the seat, and drove the seat base through deck into the cooler underneath! What remains is a square hole in the deck. I'm going to need to repair it...
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    2000 Johnson 150 VRO

    It's been a long time since my last visit. Glad to see the forums still hopping! I have some quick question for any knowledgeable folks still hanging around. I recently purchased a 2000 Johnson 150 w/VRO. The motor hasn't seen any real time on the water in 3 yrs. Compression check is fine, and I...
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    Correct height on the jackplate?

    My friend has a Stratos 201 Pro that he just installed a new HiJacker manual 6" jackplate on. The motor has been mounted and we are ready to water test. Can anyone confirm via this photo if we are in the ballpark for the initial test? Or, should the motor be lowered more? Better yet, where on...
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    1989 Evinrude 140 lower unit gear question

    Just curious here, but might consider making some changes if the effort is worthwhile. I have a 1989 Evinrude planted on the transom of a 1978 model 17.5' Maidencract bass boat. I am currently turning a 19 pitch double-cupped steel wheel @ 6000 rpm's with a top end speed of approximately 46-49...
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    1979 evinrude 140 tilt and trim issues

    After returning to the ramp on my last outing, my tilt and trim stopped working. My service manual covers the t-n-t for this outboard, but I suspect the unit was installed on the outboard some time later, as it is a two wire harness instead of three wire, possibly early '80's. Long story short...
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    Searching for a 1984 Johnson 60 HP Service Manual

    I am searching for a Service Manual for a 1984 Johnson 60HP Outboard (J60ELCRE) prior to removing, cleaning, and replacing the carbs. If anyone can help with locating one, I'd be forever grateful. Many thanks in advance!
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    Possible Sticky Thread....

    Maybe I missed something, I'm not sure, but what is needed for this thread to be admitted into the FAQ or Top Secret Files listing? http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=240864&highlight=438616
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    1979 Evinrude 140 HP Tilt/Trim motor?

    Hi again everyone. I have recently taken the tilt/trim motor off my 1979 Evinrude 140hp for the purpose of repair. The shop tells me the motor is FUBAR. My problem is that the T&T unit was an add-on to the outboard and that the numbers in the service manual do not coincide with this particular...
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    1979 Evinrude 140 hp trim motor removal?

    Is it possible to remove the trim pump, on this motor, without first removing the motor from the transom of the boat? Two of the screws are readily accessible, but the third is in question. After looking closely at this, it certainly appears that it will be necessary to remove the outboard. Just...
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    1979 Evinrude 140 ignition coil?

    I had to replace an ignition coil on my 1979 Evinrude 140hp outboard but could only locate the newer style updated coil (p/n 0584561). I have the coil kit assembled and mounted as per the instructions. My problem is that i need to attach the orange lead pin. The instructions call for special...
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    Server Problems???

    It takes my computer foreeeever to load pages from this forum now??? Is anyone else out there experiencing the same problem(s)? Any other site that I choose to visit loads as usual. Only this forum am I having problems and I sure do miss it. I have waited a few days to see if the problem...
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    1957 Johnson Javelin Model Number RJE-19 ???

    I've just rebuilt the carbs and would really like to start this thing up. Problem is, I know for certain that the water pump is defective. I just know I read a post on here, about a month or so ago, that read something to the affect of opperating an outboard with a water hose attached to the...
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