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  1. merc850

    quick question on 1965 merc 65 hp

    Here's the reassembly procedure make sure that when you put the red magneto cap on that it is centered to the shaft.
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    1971 50 hp Mercury 500 reeds

    Check these dimensions
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    69' 900 90hp 6 cyl

    1. That's backwards from the normal operation sounds like the reverse cam is incorrectly installed drop the LU and see if the shift handle moves easier. 2. Do not shift into reverse unless you turn the prop at the same time. Reinstall LU following these instructions This is how I do it in...
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    Mercury 650 3 cyl Link N Sync Questions

    These are the right plugs (Nr.1) Where is the fuel leaking from A or B?
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    1961 Merc 800. White/blackand chrome housing

    That motor uses 2 12v automotive style ignitions that you can service yourself with information from the 1965 and prior Mercury manual lots of experienced guys on http://johnsoldmercurysite.com/phpBB3/index.php
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    2 questions for my merc 650 kiekhaefer

    This is what it looks like inside You undo 4 bolts on the top and pull it down and out then you undo 2 screws that hold the cap and wires- the wires are held with screws in the cap don't pull them out without undoing the screws.
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    Mercury 650 3 cyl Link N Sync Questions

    Ok but the other setting is missing If your engine has this type of carb cover undo the brass fitting remove and discard the filter inside
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    I am stumped how to test my motor

    If this is your type of flywheel you use a cord with a knot on one end and a handle on the other, put knot in hole (green hilite) and wrap/pull it in the direction of arrow.
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    Mercury 650 3 cyl Link N Sync Questions

    Well that explains the burned out rectifier, you'll have to rewire or clean all the connections.If you're serious about this and future motors a 1975-78 Mercury manual is a great investment- ebay or dealer.
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    tilt/trim late 60's not working correctly please help

    You can bleed the cylinders by following these instructions
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    1963 mercury 100hp tower of power timing belt replacement

    Take the cover off the distrb. pulley and you'll see a small arrow, this arrow has to point at the line on the flywheel, turn flywheel until mark is inline with the dist. then lift off belt from pulley and line up the marks.
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    1966 Merc 1000 - Power Trim/Tilt Troubleshooting

    Did you check the fluid level? Follow these instructions
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    1970? mercury 800 thubderbolt

    Positive battery power to the side stud and negative to the case (ground). Check your serial Nr. to make sure the wires on this diagram are correct
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    Mercury Mark 58A Lower Unit Oil

    That link I gave you is to a site that has the parts manuals etc. the next page has the complete LU seal kit. If a Mercury dealer will undo the WP cover and pull the pump housing it will save you a lot of time. One thing that's easy to check is the shift shaft seal see dia. this site is for...
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    Mercury 650 3 cyl Link N Sync Questions

    Here are the manual steps and the top plug (Nr.1) is the only one you reference.
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    no lock nut to remove lower leg?? be gentle its my first time.

    Here's the Mercury manual method if it is rusted to the powerhead wooden wedges between the DSH and LU might separate them, go slowly.
  17. merc850

    Trick to removing the nut on pull starter??

    This the way - pay attention to the left hand thread nut it turns opposite ie. right to loosen!
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    1974 Mercury 50 HP - dies when decreasing throttle

    Did you do a compression test? Should be 100+ on each cyl. Did you check the wiring for corrosion especially between the distributor and switchbox? Here's the trigger check I would buy a Mercury manual if you want to keep the motor and repair it yourself. You can buy parts here...
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    1972 mercury 1400

    A lot of information has been debated about the octane needs of Mercury outboards; it says in the owner's manual "regular automotive gasoline" - this is from the manual personally I use regular fuel.
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    77 850 thunderbolt trim

    Sounds like the reverse lock is not holding: make sure it is turned full left. or it needs bleeding
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