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  1. CaneCutter79

    2014 Merc 115 ProXS 6 month fuel filter replacement

    I have a new 2014 Mercury 115 ProXS. I bought it with the boat new in late this past July (6 months ago). I have about 60-65hrs on the motor now and I use ethanol treatment every time I add fuel (treatment added matches recommended ounces per gallon of fuel added). I typically use Marine...
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    Steering Cables for 1979 85hp Evinrude?

    These parts are not listed on the Evinrude website. I don't believe they are in my manual either. Is it part specific or do I need a generic number and length? I found throttle cables and those are so cheap, I can't believe I haven't replaced it already! Steering is really stiff and needs to...
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    79 Evinrude (85hp) - Coil doesn't fire when cold

    (My motor model and type is in my signature below) The last few trips, my motor acts as if a plug is fouled when cold but only initial start (in winter, cold water). Today, I ran the motor on the hose and checked eached coil with a timing light. Only the #2 cylinder is not firing. It's not...
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    Anyone heard of fixing slipping bendix with dry lube?

    I have a spare bendix gear I'd like to fix and keep on board as a backup if possible. I saw on Youtube where you can fix a slipping bendix gear by adding dry lube? I accidentally got some degreaser near the bendix and it imediately started slipping. Its less than 1 season old so I'd like to...
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    Lagging timer base? (85hp Evinrude)

    My timer base is lagging. When you engage the throttle lever, it moves forward but the timing lever hangs back (doesn't move) until you engage the throttle full and then the spring inside the throttle lever engages and finally the timing base lever jumps forward. I found a slight adjustment...
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    Next hotter plug from QL77JC4?

    My motor runs cold even during the summer months even on a brand new set of plugs my last outing. Per my repair manual, it?s one of the possible causes of an ongoing issue. My thermos are new and recently replaced but motor is very cold. I want to try the next hotter plug to raise the temp a...
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    '79 Evinrude (85hp)-Engine bogging when warm & low RPM only (ISSUE FOUND) y

    I got my motor rebuilt in Feb. of this year. It's been plauged with the same basic issue since I got it back. It could have been starting before the rebuild and to be honest, I think it was. Motor starts fine when cold. Motor starts fine when warm but....you MUST use fast idle to get it...
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    Starting issues - the saga continues since Feb. '13

    I've had a rather strange and hard to find starting issue. I've got it narrowed down to the general cause and I think there is an easy fix for it. Below are some threads I started since I got my motor rebuilt back in Feb of this year. Previous Thread 1 Previous Thread 2 The motor has been...
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    Carb not staying full? (bulb goes soft)

    My motor type/model/etc is below in my signature. I had the motor rebuilt earlier in the year. I've had to take the carb off and clean it once already as it had trash in it (looked like part of the fuel line? really tiny black rubber). Ethanol fuel could be eating new fuel hose that was...
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    Is West Marine 105/205 waterproof or resistant?

    I've got some 105/205 epoxy resin mix that I'm applying to a crack in my hull. Since it's on the very bottom of the hull, I'm wondering if I need to go to the expense of applying gelcoat when only fish will see it? :lol: The container says "great water resistance". It does not imply...
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    Can't find part for throttle lever assembly

    My motor model and type is in my signature below. I have looked in my repair manual, online at Evinrude.com and other parts assembly drawings and I cannot find an assembly drawing or part number for the spring that fits between the throttle lever assembly. I'm looking for a large coil spring...
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    What should compression be after rebuild & break in?

    Did Evinrude provide a standard spec or recommended compression rating for a motor? I just had my rebuilt with a re-sleeved cylinder and all new pistons and rings. I have about 4-5hrs on the break-in and I'm getting 110psi on 3 cylinders and 115-116 on the re-sleeved cylinder. Is that low? I...
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    Really weird motor issue, trouble starting and motor sluggish

    My motor model # and type is listed below in my signature. I've had the motor rebuilt recently. This issue has been on-going since the rebuild. I've recently replaced the stator since my mechanic told me the left side of motor was weak but within tolerance (barely). I had hoped the new stator...
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    How to use DVA meter? I have a meter, not sure how to use it

    I have attached a photo of my DVA meter. I'm not sure how to use it and it didn't come with instructions (which would be great if it did). So stupid questions first.... - Where do I plug in the red lead for testing coils, CDI power packs, stator, etc.? Is it the upper right corner where it...
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    Outboard shakes - timing off?

    1979 Evinrude V4 85hp - Motor Break in Trials - YouTube My outboard has a case of the shakes. In the video above, you will see the outboard shaking slightly while idling. Then later as I rev the motor a little to show a quick throttle response, the outboard shakes even more. My main concern...
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    Thermostat bad or weak stator fouling plugs?

    During my rebuild, the stator readings were low on the left side of the motor. I was told they are within spec but on the weaker end. I have a new starter and I'm about 3-4hrs into my 10hr break-in using double oil. The old plugs are still in use and I'm going to get new at the end of break...
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    Gear lube and gasket material

    I will be changing my lower unit oil this weekend. My manual is old and references OMC "Hi Vis" lube. I doubt they make this still. I see there are ranges of lube on weights. What are advantages of one weight over another? Also, its not recommended to use synthetic for lower unit oil...
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    Lower unit oil/lube

    A) What color should lower unit oil be? Just drained mine and it was black as coal (green tint if rubbed to thin layer) and very thick consistency. B). What oil type do I use to refill C) I supposed to pump the oil in from the lower plug hole until the lube comes out of the top hole. D)...
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    Tachometer is not working

    1979 Evinrude V4 85hp (model 859995R) I have recentlyt rebuilt my motor. I just replaced the tachometer with a Quicksilver tachometer. Brand new, in box, (not used). I have tested the wiring for ignition source (12.67volts), ground (12.67), and sending unit source (about 4volts). SO the...
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    Break In Proceedures

    My Evinrude repair manual tells me to NOT use double oil for breaking in after a teardown or rebuild. This seems opposite of what everyone else typically says. I've used double oil for 12gallons and the plugs have fouled a little. Lots of carbon build up. I cleaned the plugs and put them...
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