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  1. Rock Hall

    Alpha One Gen I Drive Removal?

    I have never removed an outdrive. I would like to remove my drive for the winter. The housing needs some work and I want to paint it. Is this a difficult task for 1 man? Do I need any special tools? A friend told me that re-installation is the hard part. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks
  2. Rock Hall

    1989 Alpha 1 - Intermittent Trim Operation

    I have a 1989 Alpha One. Recently, I lose trim and Tilt intermittently. Seems like it rarely works while underway, then when I get to my slip and try to find the problem, it works again. When it is not working, I can hear a relay clicking. I just repowered this boat and would expect the...
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    Recommended Plug Wires?

    I plan to replace the plug wires on my 1989 Mercruiser 260. (Carberated) I usually use AC Delco when available. Local auto parts store stocks them. Is this the best thing to use in a marine application? 2nd question. Is a marine thrmostat different than a standard auto thermostat? For some...
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    Synthetic or Not

    I just finished my 20 hr break-in on my Merc 350 Reman. Used Pennsoil 10-30 at 10 hr oil change. I run Mobile 1 in all my other vehicles. Whats the experts' opinion on Synthetic in marine engines? The only thing different with this motor is it has Roller Tappets. Rock Hall
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    Mariner 25hp problems

    I have a 1985 Mariner 25hp outboard. This motor runs great for about 30 min. The first symptom is after about 30 min, it will either just shut off like I hit the kill switch, or it will start to die and if I jiggle the throttle I can keep it going. When it shuts off, it starts back up first pull...
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    STD or REV Rotation

    I have an 89 Sea Ray with a 260 Mercruiser and an Alpha I Gen 1 Drive. The boat is on the hard 100 miles away. I need to order an engine and never thought to check the rotation. What are the chances that it is a reverse rotation? And for future knowledge, why are some reverse
  7. Rock Hall

    Which Service Manual?

    I have noticed that there seems to be a couple of different service manuals that appear to cover my engine and drive. Can someone tell me what I need to know to get the proper manuals? 89 Sea Ray. 260 HP 350 GM V-8 Alpha One Gen One Drive I' going to do an engine swap and need the best info I...
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    Any hope of salvaging engine?

    3 weeks ago, as I was leavng my marina, I noticed that my engine was running about 10 deg warmer than usual. I have been getting more than usual marine growth on the drive, so decided to head to shallow water and take a look. By the time I shut the engine down, 3 min, it was pretty hot. Jumped...
  9. Rock Hall

    Need Water Pump Kit for 1973 85hp johnson

    I am in need of a water pump repair kit for a 1973, 85HP Johnson OB. I can find the repair kit, but need a kit with the housing. The sites that show kits with housings dont tell me which I need. Can someone supply me with a part number for this kit. Hopefully I'll be able to find one.<br /><br...
  10. Rock Hall

    2nd Shore Power Trips Breaker

    My boat has 2 seperate shore power connectors. One for reg shore power, the other for the A/C.<br />At my slip, there is only one 4 prong socket and 2 household type 3 prong on a GFI. I usually use a regular extension cord with a 4 prong 30 amp adapter for running shore power on the boat. I use...
  11. Rock Hall

    Help. Garmin 182 and Bluechart CD

    I have a Garmin GPSMAP 182. I am looking at options for Maps. Looks like I can get the Chesapeake Bay region on a preprogrammed card for about $125. Or I can buy the Atlantic CD and unlock the desired region.<br /><br />The thing that is confusing me is I'm not clear on whether or not you get...
  12. Rock Hall

    Shifter Bellows: Alpha One

    Upon my springtime inspection, I have found that my Shifter Bellows is cracked. Can this be replaced by just pulling the shifter cable back and putting a new bellows in? Somehow that just sounds too easy. I am not a boat mechanic, but do have some experience. Is this a job better left to a...
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    How to empty 60 gal Fuel tank?

    I have boat with a full 60 gal fuel tank that has been sitting for about 18 months. It has been recommended to me that I empty the fuel and fill with fresh. I guess I will be siphoning the fuel out. I'm assuming the water, if present will lay on the bottom of the tank. How important is it that I...
  14. Rock Hall

    1989 Merc 260 18mo out of water

    I recently aquired a 1989 Sea Ray with a 350 Mercruiser Alpha I. The previous owners claim the boat was mechanically perfect when hauled out Oct 2004. The boat was professionally winterized at that time. I plan to fire it up on the muffs around the end of March after the threat of below freezing...
  15. Rock Hall

    1985 25hp Mariner Fly Wheel Magnets

    I'm working on an ignition problem on this motor. Just wanted to check. The flywheel has 2 magnets mounted side-by-side. Is this correct. There is a rusty mark 180 deg. want to make sure I didnt lose a magnet.<br /><br />Thanks<br />Mark
  16. Rock Hall

    Mariner 25 Ignition Problem

    This is my first post to this board. Thought I could handle the problem myself, but I need help. Here's the story:<br /><br />I have a 25HP 1986? MARINER. This motor has been flawless up until a few weeks ago. I was running at about 2400 RPM (guess)and all of the sudden it was like I hit...
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