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    Trim issues

    Alpha 1 PTT units are self bleeding. Just make sure they are full of fluid. Normally a Dextron II ATF is used.
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    Trim issues

    Slow trimming could be a motor issue, solenoid issue or wiring issue. I lean towards a wiring issue. Why not trim the motor up as best as you can. Now switch the motor wires on the solenoid secondary posts. Now push the trim switch to trim it up, and the trim should run down, since the wires...
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    Blower motor popping circuit breaker

    There is no way to tell if there is a short in the circuit, blower or if the circuit breaker is bad. Presumably the blower worked for years with the 5 A circuit breaker. You should either measure the resistance of the circuit and solve for amperage, or replace the circuit breaker, whichever is...
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    Trim issues

    No, if the trim limit switch was disconnected, it would prevent the pump from running. Jumper from the battery to the up solenoid (blue pump wire), primary (small) terminal. If she trims up at normal speed, the issue is in the wiring, or switch on the control. Make sure the black wire from...
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    Trim issues

    That PTT system probably has 1 solenoid for "Up" and another for "Down". Does your trailer button work to trim motor up faster? If so, the trim limit switch on the outdrive is likely bad. If not, for slow trim up, check the wiring from the battery to the "up" trim solenoid. They are wired...
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    Trim issues

    MerCruiser? Alpha 1 Gen I?
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    Hull vents

    It is not a bad idea to ventilate an outboard boat. They do not require powered (blower) ventilation, but passive ventilation will remove any fuel fumes, help the bilge dry out and help keep corrosion down. I had a seacock handle in the bilge rust out on me, and my OB boat has vents. It...
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    Trim issues

    Can you give us a hint on what motor? There are quite a lot of different PTT units on different year Outboards and Sterndrives.
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    Removing Cylinder Head 1960 18hp Lightwin.

    Hold a hammer in your hand, and using a downward motion, smack the bottom of the wooden handle (never the steel head) against the side of the head. The shock should crack it loose.
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    Will classic fifty power tilt fit on a 08 4 stroke

    Older 3 wire PTT motors use solenoids. 2 wire PTT motors are newer and use relays. Replacement PTT motors are generally 2 wire and often come with relays and new wiring harnesses to retrofit older 3 wire PTT motor units. The solenoids are removed and the relays installed. Your '08 is very...
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    Will classic fifty power tilt fit on a 08 4 stroke

    When I replaced the PTT on my '93, I found dozens of used units for all prices, and several new units, for all prices, so look around a bit. A PTT unit consists of the PTT plus a wiring harness, two relays and a SPDT switch. Switches are easy aftermarket, although your control unit might have...
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    Hull vents

    You realize those pictures illustrate your winch. They could be used in advertising. I am not an expert on your boat, and cannot see the point of the vents. Show us the vents in relation to the boat. The boat bilge can collect gasoline vapors, if that happens, there is a small chance on an...
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    Hull vents

    Don't move the vent, move the winch. The vents are in the correct place to ventilate the bilge.
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    How to make shift cable adjustments

    Easy. Set the control to neutral. Now remove the wrap cowling and remove both throttle and shift cables from their clamps. With the control in neutral, move the cable by hand and make sure the motor is in neutral. It should sit, centered in the neutral detent. Adjust the shift cable barrel...
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    Replace frozen steering cable 1993 Trophy WA

    Sometimes the rack portion of the cable unscrews from the cable. That would make it easier to get around that corner.
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    Mercury motor swap

    No, the PTT units are unique as are the transom brackets on each motor. I do not know if you could swap the transom brackets. Not sure why you are asking these questions. The original question was about using the newer PTT switches on the old motor. That is a yes, as switches are pretty...
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    What to use to repair stringers

    I have used dry PT plywood and solid lumber w/o issue. I use only Stainless Steel fasteners, which stand up to PT lumber. Steel and regular Galv steel can be affected by PT lumber. Current galvanized nails and screws for PT decking use are double galvanized for corrosion resistance.
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    2 stroke oil

    To add to what Achris said. Your motor has a 2 cycle oil specification of TCW-III. Therefore use a 2 cycle that is certified as TCW-III. Amsoil is often not certified, and I therefore cannot recommend it.
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    What to use to repair stringers

    I like to use dry pressure treated dimensional (solid) lumber, for replacing stringers and frames. it must be dry for the resin to stick to it.
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    water coming out carb

    You will want to repost this in the Mercury forum. Those guys are experts.
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