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    Water in bilge while on muffs

    If the transom plug is out depending on water pressure/spray pattern it's possible for water from the muffs to enter the bilge area
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    Maybe time to update the "Starting a 2 cycle Merc" sticky?

    I suggest adding to step #1 the operator should verify the anticavitation plate on the gearcase is submerged as well if not several inches below the water surface. The sea water pump is located in this area and submersion is key for proper pump operation at engine starting/idle speeds Also...
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    CHARGING QUESTION

    Possible Could be an issue with the stator. You'll need to follow the testing protocol using an ohm meter and peak voltage adapter. CDI makes a shunt compatible with most standard dvms for peak voltage testing
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    Constant Beep on Starting Engine

    I also agree Sounds like you and your mechanic are on the right track with the issue Its rare to have the monitor float switch fail but they do occasionally. Nothing sounds out of sorts with your experience, go boating and have fun!
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    Mercury 6.2 ECT DTS Axius Voltage Issue

    You must This is a part of fundamental electrical troubleshooting isolation View entire vessel electric systems independently. Key to figuring out your specific issue
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    Only 2 9ft stringers on the whole boat? Need to add more?

    A proper constructed boat should contain white oak and at least one big block engine
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    Mercury 6.2 ECT DTS Axius Voltage Issue

    The second picture is disgusting. Patination aside there's a lot going on, some of which we do not see on internet Again....clean power is a thing, it exists and should be a trademark/colloquial part of any mercury product electrical troubleshooting regarding their products manufactured within...
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    Lanyard to disable engine when operator leaves the helm

    Speed runs require a second set of eyes
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    So I ended up sinking a bit.eek! 82 sea ray

    Is this ai? If not, maybe worthy of a nomination for hall of fame post I'd suggest buying a new, quality brand boat from a reputable dealership in your area. Ask family, friends, neighbors, other boaters and random strangers their opinion as to which local pleasure boat supporting business is...
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    Only 2 9ft stringers on the whole boat? Need to add more?

    Is the engine/drive package still in the boat? I like the pics cuz everything has been removed from the interior save for the fire extinguisher, an empty beer can and one stereo speaker. Gotta have fun tunes with a reasonable amount of safety available
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    Mercury 6.2 ECT DTS Axius Voltage Issue

    You need to isolate systems/circuits Start with a physical disconnection of all the batteries (not just turning off switches). Look at what leads provide power and ground for the stbd engine and that engine only. Reconnect the power/ground bypassing the battery switch. Look for issues...
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    4.3 LX water in the oil...

    Exhaust system cooling water from a failed manifold/riser/gasket allowing water to enter the combustion chamber through the open exhaust valve Would most likely account for a failed head gasket as well which could be the source of the water in the oil
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    2005 searay 175 floor question

    Possibly glued but most likely screwed Take a phillips head and gently move it through the pile of the carpeting near the edges to feel for the screw heads. Often times the carpet pile is enough to cover the screw heads to hide them. Typical sea ray build process
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    Mercury 6.2 ECT DTS Axius Voltage Issue

    Clean power has been mentioned/explained multiple times by multiple different members in this very thread
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    Mercury 6.2 ECT DTS Axius Voltage Issue

    Accy battery does supply power to what appears to be a dc panel first, guessing cabin/house dc main panel which in some cases does have a helm dc breaker switch. However the accy battery is power for the helm/panel switched accessories (blower, bilge pumps, lights, etc) not engine key switches...
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    Are these old D!ck Pope Water Skis any good?

    Got a pair of **** pope jr cypress gardens wood skis in great shape a while back from a neighbor. Cut one down and made a long board out of it and the other I gave to a coworker that big time water skied in the 70s/80s. His went on the wall
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    Mercury 6.2 ECT DTS Axius Voltage Issue

    I'm curious as the where the voltage at the back of the engine is being measured with the battery switch off With the switch off there should be zero voltage provide to the engine except for the clean power (+/-) connection for the pcm, can p/h, and red/blk to the 14 pin which I'm guessing is...
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    Dead Batteries

    What I quoted from post #28 is the definition of speculation
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    Dead Batteries

    Yes Possible but not probable If you speculate as to what is causing the issue the whole system is suspect. If you properly test the system the exact cause reveals itself
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    Dead Batteries

    Voltage drop test, checking resistance values of starting system components With the battery load testing good the issue is something else. Connections, cables, wiring, component, etc...a dvm with proper use will locate the problem shortly. Sometimes issues won't be present until after hard...
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