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    Bad coupler

    How do I go about replacing a bad coupler? I can't find it anywhere in my book. How much would you think it should cost me to have the repair shop handle it ( at there $85hr rates). Thanks
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    NOT a spun hub?

    (89' OMC Cobra 2.3L, Sunbird/corsica 175) Just had carb rebuilt, had new hub pressed at the prop shop. Guys told me at prop shop I had to run the boat for about 5 min at low speeds to allow the water soluble grease they use to dissipate before running at speed. Got back on the lake and did...
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    sleepy boat

    My 89' OMC Cobra with the 2.3L is hard to start. Once I get it warmed up it, and shut it off, it starts right back up straight away with no hesitation. Just starting it when its been sitting for a little while takes some pampering with the carb ( i.e opening the "butter fly" and dabbing the...
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    beach fix

    Gentlemen, My 89 OMC Cobra is turning out well so far. How should I go about fixing this problem? It's obvious it was " beached" in the past, may happen again. I would like to make repairs and protect/reinforce for the future. the grey areas look to me like a JB weld product, and the white thats...
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    Steering cable

    I hope this is easier for you guys than my last post. Steering on my 89' Cobra 2.3 is really really hard to turn. I couldn't find a replacement cable anywhere. Any you guys have any ideas??? Thanks
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    15mph then nothing?

    Hey fellas, I've just recently aquired a 89 omc cobra (Sunbird or Corssica 175) 2.3L. The guy who gave it to me ran oil in the gas, assuming it needed it:rolleyes: He couldnt get it started, so i traded it for a programmer for his truck. Anyhow, i drain fuel, replaced a plugs and a few hoses, it...
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