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    88' Mercruiser 165 harmonic sound

    That or the distributor cap and or rotor arm has invisible carbon tracks in it causing misfiring's on 1 or more cylinders. P
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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

    Did not trust any of the links. Too many to decide which one to use.
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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

    Check the relay socket metal parts in each socket space. They can overheat and cause erratic operation. Flashlight and a magnifying lens are very useful for looking.
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    Smart tabs.

    Never met a too strong actuator.
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    Ultrasonic cleaners?

    Be very cautious about small fragile parts. Like watches or PCB parts The vibrations can damage and destroy some items. Been there.
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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

    I do have bad times.
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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

    Clicking relays can have burned away contacts. Measure the switched voltages.
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    Getting old and losing friends sucks

    I am old enough to consider my 1990s Evinrudes as old faithful friends. :giggle:
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    benefits of side bunks..... are there really any?

    You now know that different guide ons are available to protect paint on the sides. (y)(y)
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    Trailer Painting

    New steel trailers used to be Hot Dipped. Why ALL holes should be punched out on any NEW trailer. To reduce rust outs for side lights.
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    1957 Johnson Rd-19 35hp questions

    Remember to put the gear shifter into the right gear position. Before separating the 2 sections of the shift rod.
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    88' Mercruiser 165 harmonic sound

    That engine sounds and vibrates like valve hydraulics or rocker arms need checking out.
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    Fast idle/start

    A cold enough engine will normally take a few minutes to fully warm up & drop the fast idle speed to normal idle speed.
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    Merc 260 fit in Winns 190 Horizon bay?

    Buy The Scott adapter. Just like trailer electrical plug adapters
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    Toyota/Lexus Timing Belt Change Thoughts

    If the belt breaks at 60 mph ? Most engine will have valve & piston hits. Some engines can survive belt breakage.
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    Bought a new Tachometer, Timing light / gun, Infrared Laser thermometer and a grease paint marker.

    It is really a odd ball nut on the 1986 28 SPL and 30 hp motors flywheel. Crowley Marine parts sheets even shows what my motor has. I never saw a domed nut before.
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    88' Mercruiser 165 harmonic sound

    I listened again. Why so much valve / lifter noise ? Check all the rocker arms for correct action adjustment. Way too noisy if hydraulic.
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    1957 Johnson Rd-19 35hp questions

    A word about the 2 stroke engine oil TCW3 at stores. ACE Hardware sells BOTH types of the oil. They are stacked side by side !!!! Make sure you READ and understand when the front label says WATER COOLED........or.......AIR COOLED engines. I bought and used the air cooled oil. What a...
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    Merc 260 fit in Winns 190 Horizon bay?

    Big difference between..... It will work and it will work AND be safe in the engine room with gasoline fumes to ignite. Boats & airplanes are more dangerous than cars. ALWAYS
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