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    1990 Force L-Drive 90hp -- Can't get it to idle -- losing my mind :D

    Good thing that you're correcting that now. this would/could cause the rings/pistons to crack due to shock-waves/blows by the explosion in the cylinder
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    Force 85 won't shift into forward but goes in reverse help!

    You don't remove the bottom cowl! just that little plastic air-intake to get access to reach the two nuts for adjusting the upper shift-shaft. I would disconnect the coupling that connects the upper & lower shift-shaft, then screw in the lower shift-shaft (count the amount of rotation) then...
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    Force 85 won't shift into forward but goes in reverse help!

    The upper shift-rod's nuts are easier accessible when you remove the black plastic shroud that is screwed onto the bottom cowl. Once that it removed you can tighten the bottom nut to raise the shift-rod. This normally does not need to be adjusted (ever?) unless it has been messed with. Are you...
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    1990 Force L-Drive 90hp -- Can't get it to idle -- losing my mind :D

    This write-up was from the late Frank A. one of the many good advices I have received over the years from the experts on this site.( I'm just passing on the knowledge) So.....to verify; - Check your compression -Re-built the fuel-pump - Set the timing at 28 degrees full throttle at cranking...
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    1990 Force L-Drive 90hp -- Can't get it to idle -- losing my mind :D

    I STRONGLY suggest that you repair/rebuilt the fuel-pump and stop using the electric pump as this may/will become a fire hazard
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    1990 Force L-Drive 90hp -- Can't get it to idle -- losing my mind :D

    As Racerone already mentioned; check the compression on all cylinders also I'm not entirely sure what you have done so far, but I would; 1.Disconnect the ball link to the carb cam at the timing tower. Disconnecting at the cam risks bending the cam. Move the cam away from the carb roller. 2...
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    1995 120hp Force CDI wiring diagram help!!!!

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    1995 120hp Force CDI wiring diagram help!!!!

    Welcome, 1995 they did not have CDI ignitions anymore but the Mercury switch box please see pics below and let us know what you have;
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    1989 bayliner 85hp Force Starting Issues

    Make sure your battery-cables /ends are good & clean/tied. The fly-wheel has to spin fast enough to produce the power to create enough voltage to make the spark
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    Running issues with Force 90HP, year 1991

    I would start by inspecting all the wire terminals on the terminal-strip by gently pulling on the wires (they tend to break under the shrink-wrap) After you have inspected/repaired the wiring, follow the instructions carefully and DON'T skip ANY steps. Welcome & keep us posted. 1.Disconnect...
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    Bad plug wire- 89 force 85hp

    Yeah, we got distracted by the prop. Inspect the diaphragms in the fuel-pump/the vent in fuel-tank Also verify all trigger-wires & their ends by gently tugging on them (they tend to break under the shrink-tube)
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    Bad plug wire- 89 force 85hp

    I meant to say that 4300 rpms full tilt is not "great" and could be caused by a wrong pitched prop
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    Bad plug wire- 89 force 85hp

    What seize prop is on it? (the pitch?) on what seize boat?
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    Starter and choke issue

    No ghosts, just mysteries :D
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    Starter and choke issue

    To set-up the choke-solenoid around plunger; 1 - Loosen clamp that holds solenoid 2 - Close choke-assembly (plunger will go down) 3 - While choke-plates in cabs are closed & held in place!! slightly push the solenoid up so that the plunger bottoms out 4- Tighten clamp (Don't forget to...
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    Starter and choke issue

    ssst, he's still sleeping :)
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    Hints for setting idle mix on 1989 Force 85hp

    When confirmed that all ignition-components are good & this is followed precisely; the motor should run! (this was a life saver for me many times & I keep a printed copy together with the manual)
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    Hints for setting idle mix on 1989 Force 85hp

    THIS WAS WRTTEN BY THE LATE FRANK A. 1.Disconnect the ball link to the carb cam at the timing tower. Disconnecting at the cam risks bending the cam. Move the cam away from the carb roller. 2. Loosen the screw(s) on the aluminum tie bar and let all carbs close completely, then tighten again. 3...
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    Starter and choke issue

    When you energize the choke, do you have full power at the terminal of the solenoid ? if yes, do you get any voltage-reading on the body of the solenoid ? If any significant reading is present, that would mean the solenoid is not properly grounded. Also check all the ground terminals under the...
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    Starter and choke issue

    YUP, better of rebuilding an original than swapping it with a Chinese. lol
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