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    1957 Johnson 10 hp bucking and banging

    I just came across a nice (in appearance) 57 10 hp to match my 57 crest liner. I rebuilt the carb because it had sat for many years. It seems to run great but when I'm cruising at mid to max speed it bucks real hard every few seconds. It feels like the outboard it hitting the ground (it's...
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    9.8 Merc 110 Shifting problems.

    I have a 9.8 Merc 110- i believe it;s a 1978 model. After the winter I brought it out and it started right up. The second time I tried to start it I noticed the shifter lever felt funny. After further inspection i determined that It will only go from forward to reverse with out neutral. I...
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    Silly short question- How many sparks?

    I have a 1999 9.9 4 stroke merc that I'm setting a tach for. It needs to know how many times the spark plug fires per revolution. Once, twice or every other. I'm guessing once?
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    RPM question- How to increase?

    Sorry If this has been covered already- My 18 ft crest II pontoon has a merc 9.9 on it and it usually runs at 3000 rpm. I think its WOT RPM is 5-6k. For some reason now its running at 2400. First off, how to I know my RPM gauge is correct? WHat can I do to increase this?
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    How does a push in key choke work?

    My 9.9 Merc 4 stroke has had trouble getting started for 2 years now. Once it warms up it's fine. I was recently told that if I push my key in on my pontoon it chokes the motor. When I pulled my carb off today to clean it I realized that nothing is attached to the mechanisms that open and shut...
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    Primer bulb hard- Engine died on the water.

    I'm trying to troubleshoot my 9.9 4-stroke that won't start. It's dead at the dock and I'm doing my best with limited access. it cranks but won't fire up. The only thing I noticed out of the ordinary is that the primer bulb is tight and solid, even after sitting for 3 days. Any suggestions?
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    Will keeping the boat uncovered cause damage?

    Lately I have been lazy and not taken the time to recover my boat. I figure if it gets rained on the sun dries it out the next day. It seems like a lot of people keep real nice pontoons uncovered at my marina. Am I causing any potential damage by not covering it in the summer?
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    how to waterproof boat cover

    My cover is about 10 years old. It was not taken care of by the previous owner and seems to be letting in water. I plan on replacing it next year but is there a good product I can spray on it to regain its strength?
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    1999 4 stroke 9.9hp- idle revs up and down

    When I start my 9.9 it revs real high and then so low that it almost stalls. After about 5-10 minutes it smooths out and runs fine. I replaced the fuel pump (for other reasons) and that did not change it.
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    What the heck is this?

    I just purchased a boat with a 9.9 mercury 4 stroke 1999 on it. I was replacing some fuel pump seals and saw this part just lying inside the motor cover not attached to anything. Anyone know what it is and if it's important?
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    Is there supposed to be a gasket here? (updated pics)

    Gas is spraying out of this part (fuel filter??) I took it apart and it is just metal to metal. Is there supposed to be a gasket between the pieces of metal i'm pointing at?
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    9.9 mercury 4 stroke- is premium gas ok?

    Is it ok to run premium gas (93) through a small outboard, or should I stick to 87?
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    Is it hard to pull through sand

    I recently rented a place in the outerbanks that is 8 miles north of where the road ends. There are canals to put boats in the water but I am concerned about twoing my 18foot pontoon through the sand. Does anyone have any experience with this. i have a 4x4 jeep commander but I don't want to get...
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    pontoon boats and salt water

    I'm thinking about bringing my 18ft pontoon boat with a 9.9 merc to the outerbanks this summer (the place I'm renting has a bay side canal and boat dock). Besides a good cleaning at the end of the week is there anything I would have to lookout for concerning salt water or sand.
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    how do you get a pontoon off the ground?

    I just purchased a pontoon boat (18ft). I am going to pick it up tuesday and it does not come with a trailer. It is currently on blocks. I plan on renting or buying a trailer but what type do I need and how to I get the boat on it? Thanks
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    What is this motor worth?

    Can you help me determine the value of this Motor? Thanks 2000 4stroke no controls short shaft. [/URL][/IMG]
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    I need help pricing this boat for sale

    I'm selling this boat but I have no idea what it's worth. Also I'm getting offers for just the motor- I have no idea what that is worth alone. Any suggestions? Thanks - 14 foot 1969 Larson fishing boat. powered by a 2000 4 stroke mercury merc 9.9 hp motor. Humming bird fish finder, pioneer cd...
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    any advice on buying this boat- my first pontoon

    I'm looking to buy my first pontoon. I've been looking for a while and this one just popped up. I know little about these things - I need a 9.9 and it has to be less than 22 ft. This is about my budget, should I pick this up or keep looking. Any advice would be great. Thanks...
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    Some trailer questions - Best way to move these suckers

    I'm in the market and a lot of the boats I like seem to be selling with out trailers. Question 1- If I buy a boat with a trailer (or buy a trailer on it's own) what's the best kind to look for. Im looking for a 18-22 ft pontoon. 2- If I buy a boat without one, and plan to keep it in the...
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    does my 9.9 need to be a long shaft?

    I am currently looking to buy a used pontoon boat. Most of the one's I have found have motors not allowed on my 9.9 restriction lake. I have a nice 4 stroke 9.9 to put on whatever I buy. Will I need to convert this to a long shaft? If so, is this a difficult or expensive process? - While I'm at...
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