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    Classic 50 solenoid

    I have a 1987 classic 50 45hp outboard with electric start and pt/ptilt. The motor runs the pump down perfectly, but is dead at the switch to lift up. The switch is not the problem as I pulled the wires there and down wire is fine. I am wondering where the solonoid is on this unit, and if...
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    Classic 50 Trim/Tilt problem

    My 1987 classic 50 trim motor is running only one direction. I don't see any leaks or concerns evident. But, I don't understand the electrical things so well. It seems that the main cord from the motor runs up into the cowling and then? The switch on the shifter shows power to just one terminal...
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    Classic 50 impeller

    I have an 89 45hp Classic 50 and want to change the impeller (never done it myself) Does anyone have a link to youtube on how to do, or a good step by step so I don't mess up something? Thanks
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    3,7 overheat safety

    Last year I had my 3.7 mercruiser overheat as there was not buzzer and no one noticed until steam came out. Result, stuck valve and broken pushrod this spring. Solution, rebuild head....$$$ Does anyone have a link or know of a simple, ideally not too expensive overheat buzzer system fit for...
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    Paying the price

    I was wondering if I need to use quicksilver mercruiser oil in the 3.7 I have, or, can a person use Rotella or anothor type of ostensibly great oil, just not quite as expensive? Thanks
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    Johnson Ficht or what???

    I recently got a boat with what I believe is a 1992 Johnson 120hp outboard. It seems in very nice condition and former owner says he never had an issue with it at all, it is oil injected. My concern is whether this is the Ficht system or not, and if so, would it say on the cowling? It doesn't...
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    1987 Mercruiser 3.7 pushrod broken

    My 87 3.7 had a stuck valve and the pushrod broke. Does anyone have a link or know exactly which of the lengths is what I need? My Napa guy can't even be sure, and I've seen multiple lengths discussed... I don't wish to screw this up after rebuilding the head. Thanks
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    1987 3.7 Mercruiser odd behavior

    When I went to fire up my 3.7 four cylander for the spring, it was difficult, and when it ran, I could pull the front spark plug (I assume #1 cylander) and it would run nier and speed up. ( I put in a new plug as well). Anytime I take the wire off the front plug, the whole engine runs more...
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    Classic 50 concerns

    1. I recently aquired a boat with a approx 1989 Merc Classic 50/45, I assume it was measured at 45hp at the prop? 2. Also, there is a small black tube coming up and out of the lower unit in the front towards the transom about a foot or so, and someone plugged it...Is is important, or what is...
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    Haiwatha 38

    I recieved a 38hp Haiwatha model number 850M3-25-8015A Does anyone know how to get specifications about it and its value if running well. Also where to get parts if needed? Thanks
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    OMC 115 Turbojet sluggish?

    :eek: I have a 95 turbojet with OMC 115. It runs within most suggested behaviors, has pretty solid snap our of the hole, and yet seems a bit underpowered once it hits the higher rpms, topping out at 4400 rpm and ( I need to take a gps along next time) seems about 25-30mph. I love the whaler...
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    OMC 2 cycle turbo jet carburetor issue

    I have a boston whaler 15 jet with the 115 OMC, which, I assume is basically an evinrude outboard equivalent put inboard. The issue for me is that the connecting rod related to carburetor system, that goes under the flywheel was somehow disengaged by the last mechanic from its forward...
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    15 inch outboard dillema

    I have a great 40hp outboard with a 15 inch leg. I am wondering if it will work on a 17 inch transom, or what kind of boats (cheaper used) might be ok for this size of power and length? I can cut one of my older boats transom down some, but, don't wish to cut it any further than needed...i.e...
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    Crooked bellows

    I put the drive bellows on my alpha one gen one on the bell housing first and it was glued properly. Then I realized it was slightly off in terms of where it says top aft. turned to one side maybe 20 degrees or so. Is that going to present any problem or try to pull off? Also, what happens if...
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    alpha one gen one shift cable question

    I need to put a new shift cable in, and I don't understand the part about the bell housing nut that requires a special 9/16 to take out. I took it out ok, but, what or how does it work and what do I do with the new cable when it comes. I just don't understand that area exactly, its purspose and...
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    Alpha One Gen One Monster

    For all those friends with much more experience than my one time doing the transom bellows kit etc....bout killed me....I had a few questions for advice. I had salt water get into the bilge via the ujoint bellows a couple weeks ago and now have take everything out from gimble bearing to all...
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    Can't shirt into forward 3.7 Mercruiser

    My 1988 Sunrunner with 3.7 and Alpha one suddenly without warning would not shift into forward. The control is a non branded pull out single lever style, looks like a UFlex pull out model maybe. Did not see any issue with linkage around engine, and could not get to see inside shifter to see if a...
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    Suzuki 40/30 Jet

    If anyone knows about these, I got a nice 1990 Suzuki 40/30 Jet tiller. It is manual start and looks about like new. 1. Does anyone know about starting these, it is oil injected, and I guess you just hit the kill button on the tiller handle to stop? But, it doesn't seem to move much...I have...
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    Rebuilding Fuel Pump 1983 70HP Evinrude

    I got the kit, took apart the old parts and "assumed" I could use the pattern to put it all together. Wrong. I think the former owner put stuff in wrong,,,,may be why it was struggling. Does anyone have a simple step by step, or a link to a real break down diagram showing all the gaskets etc...
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    Evinrude 70, fuel or electrical?

    My 1983 Evinrude 70 shows these symptoms and I hope anyone with Evinrude experience might chime in to help me solve it. Compression test numbers weren't great but within 10lbs each, top and bottom 10lbs lower than middle. Starts up great. Shift in gear under load/in water and it seems like...
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