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    Stalling at Idle and Idle Speed

    Engine fuel pump ?
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    Alternator questions

    On 2 or more engines in a boat ? It is common for only 1 engine to have a alternator AND a Power Steering Pump. They run just fine that way.
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    Rought start idle

    Find a mechanic who can inspect and clean a STICKY choke section and or Accelerator Pump of your carburetor. 2001 is way over due for carb maintenance of it.
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    4.3 spark arrestor replacements

    The metallic screen on the top of the engine has never become dirty enough to ever need a cleaning in 22 years. Top speed is still the same. Best way to increase boat performance ? Find the prop that allows engine to reach maximum rpm with just you in the boat. www.propgods.com was always my...
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    Anyone know of a Honda Grass trimmer dealer with good prices?

    Thanks to all. Bought a Stihl battery powered.
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    Anyone know of a Honda Grass trimmer dealer with good prices?

    Need a 25 cc or 35 cc trimmer new. USA only. Thank you.
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    TD-14 (Hurricane Milton)

    What climate changes ? Florida southern parts. FOR SALE
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    Trailer Bunk Lag Screws

    You can not tell very much with a magnet and S S metals.
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    Cam for SBC 350 early model non roller

    Be sure to use a oil That is Designed for flat tappets sliding on the cam surfaces. I can not recall the special additive / type of oil grade.
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    Can skeg damage cause vibration/noise on plane?

    Prop substitution test first. with a perfect condition prop.
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    5.0 Ford MPI surging at idle and at 3500 rpm

    If that fails. Do a search for air / vacuum leaks using a safe spray on liquid.
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    Lift 1970's 150 Mercury with no power!?

    I like a piece of 2 X 4 and a Stretch Cord to hold it up
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    Sadly a lot of motors will suddenly be for sale.

    Pay a GOOD mechanic to go with you to check out any " great bargain ". The odds against finding a good one. 1 out of 50 thousand. Do not buy used or dealer new. They have flooded new motors to sell also. Life can be very cruel sometimes. Good luck to everyone.
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    4 stroke v 2 stroke. Outboard

    Rescue, tow dead boats, fast to get overboard people etc.
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    Will not pee

    Water MUST MUST be way above the Cavitation Plate. I would use 8 to 10" above it. Did you accidently trim the motor up too high ? The impellor may be slightly worn if run long enough. You may have been sold the wrong impellor.
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    Another Winterization Thread!

    IF you do it correctly ? Then you will never have a marina part timer NOT DO IT CORRECTLY. And then say.......... WE did it right. Been there. I have never used antifreeze in anything I own. Except cars. I run carburetor dry and drain water. I do check all oils for getting some...
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    Hurricane bite!

    The scale is reading 31.5 pounds. (y)
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    Another Charging issue...

    How run down the battery is. Really determines the RECHARGING current being supplied to it. Assuming all the electrical parts are in good condition. What type of chemistry is your battery ?
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