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    Evinrude Temp Overheat

    I have a 1986 140 Evinrude. One of the two engine temp gauges is showing an overheating condition on the engine, but only at higher speeds, not idle. If I don't back down the warning horn will come on also. Steady stream of water visible out the pee-hole. Should the water discharge be hot or...
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    Flywheel removal tips needed

    I have an '86 rude - 140 HP. After running a lot tests I have determined my cylinder firing problem (both on port side of engine) must be caused by a faulty stator or trigger. I need to remove the flywheel to check things out. I have ordered a harmonic balancer puller which should do the...
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    Evinrude 140 - how to test ?

    What is the best way to test the powerpack, stator, and coils to see if they are working properly.
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    1986, 140 Evinrude Acceleration

    Hopefully some of you can help me. The engine runs well at idle and at higher RPM's. But when I try to accelerate (above 3,500 RPM), the engine hesitates and can not throttle up. After waiting a minute or two, most of the time it eventually gets over the hump and runs well. I have changed...
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