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    1986 Mercruiser 260 Advice

    Very common filter that you can get anywhere.Pretty much any GM V8 car, truck etc take the same in that same year range. I think AC Delco PF 25, I am going by memory and usually get the letters wrong.Charlie
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    Thinner for bottom paint, what to use??

    I used to.....but have not bought a quality brush worthy of cleaning in a long time. I came across a can of Penetrol which is specifically for varnish and paint thinning I may try.It is not quick drying which makes brushing better....so it states.Charlie
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    Thinner for bottom paint, what to use??

    Then why are thinning instructions on every can of bottom paint????? Huhhh
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    Thinner for bottom paint, what to use??

    Have 3/4 gallon of Interlux bottomkote leftover from last spring.It is a little thick and I want to "slightly" thin the paint .Not looking to compromise the antifouling properties so I only want to slightly thin.Of course Interlux recommends their special Interlux thinner which I dont have and...
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    1986 Mercruiser 260 Advice

    Your drive is not a "PreAlpha" as you originally stated so stick with your original plan.The pre alpha drive has a small loop ring on the top plate and smaller upper with ridge lines on the sides of the upper.Easy to tell the difference. as I previously stated re oil ,dont use a synthetic or...
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    1986 Mercruiser 260 Advice

    I would recommend that before you rebuild a pre alpha drive, you should consider replacing it with an Alpha one drive which is a direct replacement and a much better drive unit.An Alpha drive takes just over a quart of gear lube 90 weight marine.Filled thru the lower drain plug on the drive...
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    Trilux 33 or Prop Coat Barnacle Barrier for outdrive/prop/etc

    Have I been missing the boat on this one???? I have used Trilux33 aerosol for approx 30 years on my outdrives and props and trim tabs. Lately price has gone just over $50 a can the can has gotten smaller over the years .Its 10 or 12 oz these days.I notice that most boat yards have been coating...
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    5.0xl/V8 mer. Where do I start?

    I would not take on a project like replacing stringers.Personally I would pull the motor and put it for sale if all checks out good.Prob get 2-$3000 for a good V8.The drive also looks pretty clean probably another $1000 and give the rest away for free or scrap it.Now you should have a wallet...
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    Correct Sparkplug 2000 200hp Saltwaterseries 2 stroke

    Thanks again,I guess either plug will do.Here is an answer directly from NGK.. Hello Chas, Thank you for contacting us! NGK 1134 BR8HS-10 Nickel Spark Plug is the recommended part for your 2000 200hp Yamaha 2 stroke outboard model SX200TXRY. NGK 1098 BR7HS-10 is 1 step hotter. Best Regards...
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    Correct Sparkplug 2000 200hp Saltwaterseries 2 stroke

    I got the plug # from Clymer manual and from the designation from SIM Yamaha.I looked at the plug specs looked to be the same except for the heat range the BR7 is a 7 and BR8 is an 8. Not sure it matters much??? Charlie
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    Correct Sparkplug 2000 200hp Saltwaterseries 2 stroke

    Thanks ,but what I was asking is where you got that particular info from? I recently bought a service manual and it calls for BR8hs-10. Just wanting to know where you saw it? Not sure I am comfortable leaving those plugs installed and I literally just installed them right after cranking up after...
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    Correct Sparkplug 2000 200hp Saltwaterseries 2 stroke

    Hey Boscoe,quick question...Where did you get that spark plug info from??? I picked up the designated plugs with your info back then and now Im getting around to changing them out and when I doublechecked I saw that the plug it calls for is a BR8HS-10 , the 7s looked like there were for a...
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    Sealant or no Sealant?

    Dry gaskets are recommended for the simple reason that when sealant is applied ,it is usually over applied and when tightening down it will squeeze into the passageways and cause restrictions.This is why manufacturers recommend dry.I use aerosol Hi-tack which will get you the seal you want and...
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    Seat snap on cushion replacement

    L00ks like a Moeller seat available at West marine and many other places.You can actually buy just about any brand seat cushions ,there are many brands of seats that are almost identical.Unlikely your snaps will be exact but it is very easy to install a few male snaps to accommodate for whatever...
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    Seat snap on cushion replacement

    Gonna need more pics than that for any usable advice.Charlie
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    Replacing lift cyl power trim hose,how much heat to use?

    SURPRISE,SURPRISE......after spraying PB blaster for a few days ,the line connections came off quite easily with no heat attempted at all.Should I be eating my words having no confidence in penetrants??? Anyway all loose and all good. I have 2 donor cylinders ,one with a braided ss covered line...
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    1997 Doral 300 SC twin 5.7 mercruiser

    Fill separator to the brim with fresh fuel and rei stall.
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    1997 Doral 300 SC twin 5.7 mercruiser

    1st thing I would do is remove fuel water sep and empty into a jar .Fill to the brim with fresh fuel and try cranking it up.Charlie
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    Replacing lift cyl power trim hose,how much heat to use?

    anyway, been spraying Pb blaster for a few days though I have no confidence any of those penetrants work unless it is a rusted nut/bolt that you can have gravity assist in the penetrating.I have had zero success with any nbrand working on anything marine.Charlie
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    Replacing lift cyl power trim hose,how much heat to use?

    makes sense ,but I think I would use a socket before a box wrench...right??
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