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    Cracked block JB Weld

    Bought with 3 long cracks(3") below exhausts, oil is clear. frost will usually crack externally where its weakest so i thought i'd give it a try. nothing to lose. grind with dremel down to clean metal, prime with acetone, two coats of jb weld. no pressure in system and it seems to be...
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    What trouble with leg trimmed high?

    Hi, newbie here; 95 5.7 alpha1 gen2 runs perfect. Lots of rocks etc in low areas of the lake. I frequently raise trim to max(not trailer) but i have heard this causes trouble. mine sounds fine, never a noise or shudder. So what damage will this do at low speed if any? thanks
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    Merc shift cable plastic guide?

    Replaced badly frayed lower shift cable. Saw a black plastic clip sliding back from the housing, motor side, not installed. And a new one in the kit. Have read it is a guide, how do I install without pulling the motor? Should i bother? also, PO removed shift assist and I found it in a box...
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    Must squeeze bulb to start

    Neighbor has an 87 4 cyl 75hp ob. runs great, strong,not a hiccup. Squeeze bulb a few times, it will stay hard but will not start unless continually squeezed. takes 3 or 4 secs using choke and 1/4 throttle. Dealer changed filter, stator, plugs, battery, timing, etc. Ideas?
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