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  1. roscoe

    Late 60’s Mercury outboard weight

    Ok, no offense intended, but I think you should rethink the situation. You are looking for a well maintained, reliable motor, that just happens to be over 50 years old. Some may argue, but they are few and far between in the marketplace, unless they are part of a boat/motor combo. Most people...
  2. roscoe

    Primer bulb to transfer gas into another tank.

    I'v done this several times. If the gas has to go thru a fuel water separating filter, it will not work. Also, helps to have the primer bulb vertical -- ARROW UP. Seems to help the check valve work better. But it will be slooooow. I've had better luck taking my spare fuel line, no fittings...
  3. roscoe

    Starcraft on C-list/ebay!

    22 SUS 6 cyl $1650 https://wausau.craigslist.org/boa/d/edgar-1975-starcraft-21-aluminum-o-165/7333589036.html 18 Holiday $750 https://up.craigslist.org/boa/d/quinnesec-1975-starcraft-holiday-18-boat/7329687166.html
  4. roscoe

    Transducer question

    Use these for ideas to fabricate...
  5. roscoe

    Fresh air to carb issue?

    Really doubt this magic mechanic has any special skills. Probably feeding on your description on how it is running. I can't imagine he could hear the rubber exhaust tube moving, that would take some kind of miracle. Anyway, this issue has already been discussed in your thread of May 30th. No...
  6. roscoe

    Lower unit on 1988 mercury 115 2 stroke.

    If your '88 is a 6 cylinder, it should fit.
  7. roscoe

    Missing capacity plate

    If the company is still in business, contact them. Or find someone with the same boat. Perhaps you can find one for sale, and ask the seller for the info. There is no comprehensive list of the info anywhere, not even at the CG.
  8. roscoe

    Trolling motor for this 16 footer?

    I had a transom mount on a light 16', worked fine. But since I position fish, back troll, jig, most of the time, I ran my motor in reverse most of the time. When I sold the boat to my buddy, he spun the head around 180* , then ran it in forward, because he said it gave him better speed control...
  9. roscoe

    Depth finder

    Great. I had to remove one of those off of dad's boat a few years ago, had to refer to the install instructions to figure it out.
  10. roscoe

    Wheel bearings full of water

    Maybe try oil bath hubs? Or sure-lube style hubs?
  11. roscoe

    Mercury 115 hp Gas Leak

    First, I was wrong, the enricher attaches to the top carb, at least on my '86 I6 115. Here you go, first photo shows enricher. Second photo, inlet hose attaching to the top carb. The bottom outlet on the enricher attaches to a fitting on the other side of the motor, below and behind the...
  12. roscoe

    Mercury 115 hp Gas Leak

    Welcome to iboats. That is the fuel enrichment valve. It takes the place of a choke, by allowing additional fuel to flow into the intake. If I remember correctly, there should be a fuel line connecting the middle carb to the inlet of the enrichment valve, And another fuel line running from...
  13. roscoe

    1972 merc 110 Blue Stripe hood, Ser# 3267158 Exhaust/Steam? coming out taletail

    mercury dealer may have the factory parts if they are still available. I couldn't find it listed here on iboats. maxrules dot com is a good resource for parts. (mastertech marine ) If unsure what to order, you can call them.
  14. roscoe

    5200 question...

    Yes. A couple of drops of enamel should do it. Or, place a piece of electrical tape over it. Personally, wouldn't worry about it. It should last for years and years.
  15. roscoe

    Startup sneeze-1988 125hp

    one or both carbs are lean. adjust richer. If that doesn't fix it, disassemble and clean them.
  16. roscoe

    1972 merc 110 Blue Stripe hood, Ser# 3267158 Exhaust/Steam? coming out taletail

    just a couple # of air pressure with the gearcase in a tub of water, look for bubbles. Seals are available as a set. Not sure you will find individual seals.
  17. roscoe

    Re-power options 25' 1996 Brunswick Spectrum Cruise DLX pontoon

    Sounds like a great learning experience. Frustrating at times I'm sure, but you attacked and conquered ! It's amazing how many "little" things can go wrong with a motor over time, and most were barely noticeable, non were catastrophic. But together, they made for a carpy running motor. Glad...
  18. roscoe

    1972 merc 110 Blue Stripe hood, Ser# 3267158 Exhaust/Steam? coming out taletail

    As said above, make sure you measure the diameter of the driveshaft because they were made with two different shafts. Have to get the corresponding impeller. There should be no water in the gearcase. And no lube above the gearcase. You can pressure test the gearcase with 2-4# of air, no more. A...
  19. roscoe

    1996 FORCE 75hp cowl LOWER SEAL replacement??

    IF exhaust is getting into the engine, it is not getting in through that cowl seal. It is getting in from below the powerhead. From the exhaust gasket / spacer plate / exhaust tube.
  20. roscoe

    1972 merc 110 Blue Stripe hood, Ser# 3267158 Exhaust/Steam? coming out taletail

    If you don't know when the when the water pump impeller was last changed, start there. And thermostat. A repair manual that covers the motor should get you through the impeller change. A Clymer manual is ok. Factory manual ok. Selor manual no so good.
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