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    Correct Spark Plug..???

    Hello, I am just about ready to break in a rebuilt power head on a 1998 Evinrude 115 Special. It's the crossflow or bubble back engine. What is the correct spark plug to use for break in and which plug to use after that. Thank you
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    Starter Amps required for a 1998 115 hp Evinrude

    Hello, I am tying to size my battery cable on a boat I am restoring. The engine is a 1998 115 hp Evinrude. What are the needed amps for starting this motor? Thank you
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    Yamaha Flywheel Puller

    Hello, I am about to replace the timing belt on my son's 2001 F80 Yamaha. The belt has stretched beyond specs and will not adjust any tighter. My question is will my universal flywheel puller work? If it will what size/pitch are the bolts I will need for the puller. If the universal puller...
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    2001 Yamaha F80 Timing Belt Replacing

    Hello, The timing belt on my sons F80 4 stroke seems to me much looser than the manuals specs. I am going to order a new belt and replace it. Are there any tips or tricks to make this go smooth? Any videos? Does anything else need to be inspected or replaced while doing this? Tension...
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    2001 Yamaha F80 Compression

    Hello, I want to do a quick compression test on a 2001 F80 outboard. I know a leak down test is required for an acurate test. I am changing the spark plugs and engine anodes so I would like to do a quick compression test. What needs to be done to do this? I have never done a compression test...
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    Filling a gauge hole

    Hello, What is the best way to fill a 4" gauge hole on a center console. The console will be painted after repairs. Thank you
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    Restoring a 1980 70 hp Evinrude Help

    Hello, I purchased a 1976 Aquasport 170 center console to restore for my son and grandson. The boat came with a 1980 70hp Evinrude that I planned on replacing. After checking the compression and finding right at 150psi on all cylinders I will also restore the engine. The wiring on the engine...
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    1980 Evinrude trim motor

    Hello, How can I test the trim motor itself on a 1980 Evinrude 70 hp. I am restoring the boat and all the wiring has been removed. It is a 2 wire trim motor. Can I ground to the engine block and try one wire at a time? I just need to see if the motor/trim works at all. It did not work when I...
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