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    Removing lower unit on 1966 Johnson

    I am working on a 1966 Johnson 6hp Seahorse that I recently obtained. (Model CD-23 E) I want to replace the impeller and housing as a precaution (I don't know when it was done last). I am more familiar with I/Os, as far as dropping the lower unit. Does anyone have any advise. I'm not sure yet if...
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    Mercruiser 260...acceleration problems

    I have a 1983 Celebrity 176 with a 5.7 liter Mercruiser 260. The problem is in acceleration. This boat has quite a bit of bow lift upon acceleration. When the bow comes up alot (outdrive trimmed all the way down), the engine sounds very "bogged", and sometimes "coughs". It just seems to have a...
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    Restoring a 1966 Johnson 6hp Seahorse

    I am restoring a 1966 Seahorse 6hp. It has a plastic 2-blade prop on it now. I'd like to replace it with an aluminum prop. Should I try to find a 3-blade?? What pitch would be best for this size motor? Also, has anyone found any good place to get replacement hood decals?<br />**Curious...what is...
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