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    base settings on '60 40hp carb?

    Hi, . I removed and rebuilt (cleaned) the carb on my 1960 Evinrude 40hp. Where should the two mixture screws be set at. I'm guessing 1 1/4 turns out from seated, but would like to know for sure. I'm talking about the top and bottom screws. The bottom one is hooked to a link, and knob. Thanks, J
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    auto choke or not? engine swap question.

    I'm swapping my 1961 Johnson 40hp to a 1960 Evinrude 40hp. The Johnson had electric start, and automatic choke. I haven't read many good things about the choke. Would I be better off using the non-auto choke carb... just manually choke when starting cold?
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    Easy swap for 1960Evinrude to 1961 Johnson 40hp?

    Can a 1960 Evinrude 40hp powerhead (35018) swap out to a 1961 Johnson (RDSL-23) midsection easily? Will the Johnson electric start bolt on? Will I need to swap the ignition as well? How about the carburator, and fuel system? I have a clean Evinrude short shaft that I'd like to swap for the...
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    1961 Johnson 40hp broken casting (RDSL-23)

    Hi, I have a new to me Johnson 40hp that I bought not running. I was told it had a bad upper seal, but I find the 'ring' at the top of the engine halves is broken. The ignition plate rotates around this. The two halves (one on each half of the crank case) surround the crank shaft just under...
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    M/C Alpha One Gen II shift cable issue

    Hi, I'm having a little trouble with my 1993 Gen II aplha. Shifting into reverse sometimes 'skips' or ratchets. Of course at the worst times, but not always. I noticed (on land) when I've shifted into either forward or reverse the throttle will push/pull the shift plate a little more after...
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    Alpha Gen I Vs Gen II props?

    I've been searching, but still not clear... My 1993 MC Alpha One Gen II outdrive could use a new wheel... what years will fit? From what I've seen any 1986 and newer alpha wheel will fit (i.e. same splines, etc). Is that correct? 5.7L, Alpha one gen II outdrive... 14.25x21 prop.
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    Pull starter cross reference, 1959 40hp

    My 40hp Big Twin's starter was damaged in an accident. It works, but doesn't look long for this world. This engine has the decompression valves. What years, and maybe other sizes will fit this motor?
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    18hp not pumping water

    My 1960/61 18hp evinrude is running great, but doesn't seem to pump water. I just removed the lower unit, and pump. Everything looks ok, though. The impellar vanes look healthy, and the housing isn't cracked, etc. The pin on the shaft is there, and spins the impeller. The intake is clean. Is...
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    Cutting up, trashing a hull?

    Hi, What's the best way to cut up, and/or get rid of a boat. The hull in question is a 22' sportcraft. I'm thinking a sawza, but what other tool would work fast/easy? Or will a dump take it whole? Any idea on cost to drop it off?
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    no start on Volvo AQ131C

    After wasting a ton of time trying to start my volvo I at a dead end. I've set the timing (static), replaced/set points, cleaned the cap, new plugs and coil. Nothing has helped. Compression is 170-175lbs in each cylinder. I've hooked the fuel pump to a fresh tank, and even tried a shot of...
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    Tilt tube threads?

    My new home built has a teleflex steering cable, but my engine is a '61 fastwin 18hp. I'm having a time trying to figure out how to link the two. It's looking like a 'custom' job is needed because the motor well is to tight for the ezglide setup (plus that costs more then the motor!) I was...
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    serial number for 25hp

    Hi, I have a 25hp Merc that I want to install a remote on (convert from tiller). I've looked for the serial number, but haven't found any plates or plugs with it. Judging by the stripes (grey/ red) I'm guessing it's about a 1987. Looking on the net I find it should start with an 'A' or 'B'...
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    adjusting 5hp 4cyl tohatsu

    I just started a new engine today. Fired right up, but wouldn't idle. I pulled the carb, and found some funk in the bowl. After cleaning everything (spray and compressed air) it ran better, but wouldn't idle. I don't know the year, but I think there are very few hours on this motor very clean)...
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    Tach for '86 3cyl 50hsp?

    I've done the searching, but now I'm more confused... What kind of tach do I need for my '86 2cycle 3 cylinder 50 hsp outboard (mercury)? My throttle has a plug in the front, but I don't know if it's hooked up to the motor. I'm not against buying used, but want to make sure I get what...
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    Universal throttle adjustment on OMC Cobra

    I have a boat with a universal throttle. It looks like a teleflex unit, and it's used on my '87 OMC cobra. How much 'throw' does the OMC need at the engine. I've adjusted the outdrive and lower shift cable per the manual, but the throttle is to short in one direction or the other.
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    WM-15 carb filters? '86 50 hsp.

    I've removed and in the process of cleaning my carbs. The manual I have say to remove the fuel inlets and remove the filter screens (not needed or recommended by Mercury). Is the inlet pressed into the throttle body? How do you get it off, and back on correctly (tight and sealed)? Thanks...
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    Low RPM on 86' 50hsp?

    So far I've replaced the ignition wires, plugs, fuel pump diaphram and water pump. Compression is 147-150 in all three cylinders, and each plug is getting a good spark. It starts up quickly, but under load on the water it has trouble running up. Yesterday It would 'try' to speed up, but would...
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    replacing remote 50 with tiller 25 ?'s

    I have a 1986 Merc 50 with low compression on all 3 cylinders. I also have a 1987 25hsp that runs great, but is a tiller control. What is needed to control the 25 with the 50's MerControl? Can it be done easily? BTW, the boat was originaly sold with a 35hsp in 1969. So I'm thinking the 25...
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    ignition wires on '86 50hsp...

    I have an issue with my engine cowl and ignition wires. The engine runs fine with the cover off, but the ignition shorts out with the 'clam shell' cover installed. I can't find the area, or which wire has the problem. I was never a fan of Mercury's engine cowls (way to much complication for an...
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    adjusting 50hsp reverse lock?

    Hi, I've read a lot about the reverse lock, and it's seems pretty simple. Mine looks good, but doesn't work when the L/U is in place. It looks to me like the cam is index wrong on the lower shift shaft. Seloc (unhelpful here) doesn't say how to set this up correctly. With the lower...
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