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    Battery hook up backwards

    Hi all. I have an 81 Evinrude 115. I just connected my battery cables in reverse. I pulled the cable as soon as I got the sparks, but I think I smoked my rectifier. Is there a way to check it? Thanks from the dummy - guess there will be no fishing today...
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    Project Boat/Motor

    We bought a project boat very cheap yesterday at auction. It has an Evinrude 115 with all controls and tilt/trim that appears to be in good shape. I'm guessing age as mid-late 80s. I need to buy a manual. How/where would I find the model number/ exact age, etc on the motor. I have no other...
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    How do you measure shaft length?

    I have an old Force 85 outboard. Anyone know if this is a 20" or 25" shaft? Thanks!!
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    Force 85 Starting in a barrel?

    I bought a project 87 Bayliner with a Force 85 a few months back - the price was right. Have it shined up and looking real good. Now it's time to get it running. There is no wiring outside the motor beside the battery cable. Everything else (ignition switch, lighting, etc) was torn out by...
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    Removing Force 85 from Bayliner Capri

    I'm considering pulling the Force 85 off my '88 Bayliner Capri to make it easier to paint the boat. I have the electrical disconnected, I have the throttle disconnected, and I have the gas tank disconnected. But I can't figure out how to get the steering cable disconnected through the pivot...
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