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    95 150 ocen pro shaft too short

    Anyone know where I can get a kit to change a 20 inch shaft to a 25 inch shaft.I have a 20 inch on my 1995 Ocean pro and need it to be a 25 inch to fit my boat.Charlie
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    Modifying 20in shaft to 25

    Hi guys ,I have this also posted in Johnson-evinrude.because i really need help fast.To get right to the point,I bought a 95 150 Rude ocean pro with a 20in shaft that I am putting on my 17ft Mako(yes I know its a little large) and have discovered that I need a 25inch shaft .I bought the 95 150...
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    bought wrong motor need advice

    Hi guys.Well I thought I was having a new (used) motor put on my 17ft Mako yesterday.The place doing the switch for me told me that all 17ft Makos took a standard 20inch outboard,so I didnt bother to measure.I had a lot of trouble finding a good newer used outboard around 100hp.I finally found a...
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    bought wrong motor need advice

    Hi guys.Well I thought I was having a new (used) motor put on my 17ft Mako yesterday.The place doing the switch for me told me that all 17ft Makos took a standard 20inch outboard,so I didnt bother to measure.I had a lot of trouble finding a good newer used outboard around 100hp.I finally found a...
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    engine and manifold descaling

    I replaced my thermostat yesterday and there seemed to be quite a bit of black crap holding it in.I wanted to clean it up a bit before putting it back together.There must be other crap inside the block and manifolds.Has anyone run anything special through the engine to clean it out??????Charlie
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    year of motor in ser#????

    I am buying a motor that the owner states is a 96.The ser# does not have a 96 in it but it does have a 94 in it.Should I assume it is a 94????It is a 150 ocean pro.The motor is all white with blue "ocean pro"lettering.Charlie
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    year of motor in the ser# ??

    I am buying what the owner states is a 96 150 ocean pro.The ser# has no 96 in it but it does have a 94.Should I assume it is a 94.The owner bought it new in 96 and claims it is a 96.
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    drilling out anchor pin

    began a task that seemed easy enough.The front anchor pin on my alphas bellhousing is frozen and needs to be replaced because of bad threads.I cut off the ends and proceeded to drill it out without making much of a dent in it.I guess I need special drill bits or a high speed drill.Any...
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    94 150 rude compression readings

    Hi guys can I get some opinions on compression readings on a 94 150hp ocean pro 125on 5 cyls and 110-115 on one.I took the reading on the lower one a few times to be sure.Charlie
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    replacing elect stove-DIY wiring??

    Well the little lady would like one of those new smooth top stoves and she usually gets what she wants.The wiring into my current elect stove has to be disconnected so they can go out with the old and in with the new at the same time.The store claims I need to have an electrician come to the...
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    17ft mako on 21ft boat trailer

    I own a 17ft Mako and I have the opportunity to acquire an almost new trailer for a 21ft boat .Is there a way to safely use this trailer.My current trailer is a bunk roller style.The 21ft one is an easy loader.Charlie
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    replace 82 115 w 96 150 OP

    I think I will leave this job to the professionals but should I expect it to be a big job switching from my 82 115 to a 96 150 ocean pro.Will they want to change my controls as well.The 96 motor comes with side console controls and I am putting it on a center console,hoping I can use the current...
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    Happy St.Paddys day fellow Irishmen!!!!!!

    Top of the morning to you all!!!!! and I will tip my beer mug to all the fellow Irishman and women on iboats and those who wish they were Irish.Charlie
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    disconnect oil injection????

    I am in the process of replacing my 82 115hp with a 96 150 ocean pro with oil injection.I prefer mixing the fuel my self.Do I have to do anything special if I choose not to use the oil injection????Charlie
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    from 82 115 rude to 96 150 OP rude

    Hi guys,I am looking at a 96 150 ocean pro evinrude to replace my tired 82 115 evinrude on my 17ft Mako.Will it adapt to the existing controls??????Charlie
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    correct comp test procedure

    I thought i knew the proper procedure for a compression test but i have recently seen a few different ways while looking for a new "used" motor.<br />the most recent was an 82 140hp johnson.the guy removed all plugs and connected the wires back on the plugs and pushed them aside as he cranked...
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    bending alum anchor light

    I need to replace my anchor light.It is a removable Perko that has a bend in it about 35 degrees or so.Anyone know a good way to get a bend in the new one without putting a crimp in it????Charlie
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    How far up do tabs go????

    I have had a problem with my 280 Regal not being able to get my bow up after planing off.I cavitate almost immediately.I already bought new 4 blade props to hopefully solve this.I was wondering if anyone knows how far up trimtabs should go when fully retracted????Mine look like they go about...
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    Problem with osco riser gasket??

    I put new man and risers on 1 of my mercruiser v8,Osco brand.There is a 1" rust line around the bottom of the riser and 1/2" onto the mating surface of the manifold after a short season of use.It is tighented properly.Do I have a faulty gasket???? Charlie
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    buying used o/b in fla

    Hi guys.We will be spending a few weeks in Pompano beach Fla this month and I thought since it is so hard to find a used 115hp outboard for sale in NY,I would check some out in Fla.If I were to find one I could have it shipped home.I guess I should pack my compression tester.Good idea or...
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