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  1. tg3690

    Most common problems with 4 cyl / 3cyl chrysler outboards

    Best to have engine all the way down when trailering, if possible. If not, support it with a transom saver or similar. With it tilted up and not supported, it puts a lot of fore and aft flexing on the transom.
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    1990 Dual Force 120s one side showing 16.7v at speed with dual batteries

    I mounted the new VR in the same spot as the original rectifier.....which is on the starter bracket which is out away from the engine block, so not directly in contact with the block heat.....which really doesn't get that hot anyway. Not sure how the rectifier on your Force 120 is mounted but...
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    Cleaning drain passages

    It would crack it big time.....good thing you got it cleared out so it drains properly. (y)
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    1990 Dual Force 120s one side showing 16.7v at speed with dual batteries

    I used one of these on mine. Has worked very well at taming the high voltages I was getting. Less than $40...... https://www.mfgsupply.com/snowmobile/snowel/snowregs/01-090-1.html
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    Parking boat in driveway

    Next they will put you on "Double Secret Probation".....
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    1976 Chrysler/Force 6hp 2 stroke where to get new parts, manuals,etc.

    That is a parts catalog......it could be useful but it is not a shop manual, got to look at the description carefully. (y)
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    Floor in houseboat

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    1976 Chrysler/Force 6hp 2 stroke where to get new parts, manuals,etc.

    The factory manuals are year specific. If you can't find one for a 1976, you may be able to use one for a 1975 or 1977....maybe @jerryjerry05 or somebody could verify what years would be good to use for your 1976 if you can't find one.
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    1976 Chrysler/Force 6hp 2 stroke where to get new parts, manuals,etc.

    The best SHOP manuals are the ones published by the engine manufacturer. An OWNERS manual will have little if any useful info for doing repairs. The generic manuals, like Clymer and Seloc try to cover too many models/years and leave a lot to be desired. Ebay is a good source for used factory...
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    1976 Chrysler/Force 6hp 2 stroke where to get new parts, manuals,etc.

    Just looked on marinengine.com for 1976 6HP (63HH).....they have the impeller, housing, and other parts in stock. For parts NLA use their part numbers and look on ebay. Also, Crowley marine, boats.net, Franz marine, MasterTech, etc.... Look on ebay for a factory service manual. Would avoid...
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    85hp charger speed/prop/rpm concerns

    This is from the lync n sync stickie at the top of the forum..... 10. I can NOT stress this enough! NEVER set the low speed needles less that 3/4 turns out no matter how poor the idle or acceleration. To do so will run the engine too lean and detonation and melted pistons at or near full...
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    85hp charger speed/prop/rpm concerns

    This is the one I got off ebay......they are all pretty similar.
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    85hp charger speed/prop/rpm concerns

    I think I set mine at 3P = 3 spark per rev. for a 3 cylinder motor.....might try that and see what happens. Am not near my boat right now to verify that setting but pretty sure that one is correct. You have a 2 stroke, but it's not 2 strokes per fire.......it is 3 sparks per rev (for a 3...
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    85hp charger speed/prop/rpm concerns

    Are you sure your new tach is compatible with your motor? Is the pole setting on the back set correctly? Maybe get a tiny tach to verify the new tach is showing the right RPMs.....before shelling out money on new props.
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    The End

    Most folks here along the Texas Gulf coast didn't think too much about winterizing their boats.....until the Big Freeze of February 2021.....Sadly, a lot of I/O owners paid the price.
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    Force 50 ID please

    I would add a spark test to your list......spark should jump a 3/8 inch gap.
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    1998 Force 90 ELPT by Mercury Marine

    Aint it amazing, 2 shops said the motor was toast......the third one did some basic carb work, and said it was good to go.......hopefully your next outing on the water confirms it really is fixed. Good luck. (y)
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    85 force lower unit drain plug

    That pic shows the filter on the inlet hose to the pump......which won't hurt anything, but you really want it on the pump outlet hose that goes to the carbs.....that way you can tell if the pump is working or not. May have to reroute that outlet hose.....they got it kinda crammed in there...
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    Force 85 outboard barely idles and stalls

    I would start with the basics first.....compression check (post the numbers). Do a spark test to make sure you got fire on all cylinders. These tests don't cost anything and if there is a problem with either test, fix THAT first. The prop coming off wouldn't cause any problems with timing...
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    Getting old and losing friends sucks

    Many try to fill the void using facebook, and other social media. But "liking" posts and tweets is not the same as picking up the phone and actually talking to them. Got rid of FB 5 years ago and haven't looked back......
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