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    2004 E225FPX Reliable Motor?

    By 2004, did Bombardier/Evinrude have the problems worked out with the Ficht series engines? I found a great deal on an engine but I have no experience with the '04 Ficht and am wondering if they are reliable. I have questions like...do you have to index the plugs....and is it one of the models...
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    Torque values, please

    Model 140943R, 1979 140hp crossflow, could someone please post the torque values for the following fasteners: Rod bolts Crankcase bolts, both large (inner) and small (outer) Bypass cover bolts Head bolts Cyl head cover bolts Intake bolts Flywheel nut Also, what is the WOT spark advance value...
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    Another website problem

    For those responsible for the website, I have just noticed that the post counters are not working.
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    V6 Looper Block Deck Repair

    Hello all... I have run into a problem while prepping my V6 1996 200 looper block for rebuild. The block deck is heavily pitted. I see pits that are at least 1/4" deep, and one pit actually goes through to the water jacket. I have read about guys using JBWeld, but that repair was much smaller...
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    Remanufactured Crankshafts

    Regarding the 1993-2000 year V6 loopers, what are the expert opinions of using a remanufactured crankshaft when rebuilding the motor? I have heard both sides, pros and cons, from the guys that are selling them, as well as from crankshaft rebuilder companies, and I really would like your...
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    Rebuilding 1996 V6 200hp Looper

    Hello experts... I need some advice. I see that they are selling caged rod bearings for the piston wrist pin end now, to be used instead of the 33 single needle bearings that the engine was designed with. Does anyone have any input on using these caged bearings vs. the single needles? Also...
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