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    Where do the T/T relays go?

    I purchased 1996 60hp Mariner w/tilt assist. The seller included a power T/T unit off a 1995 40hp Mercury. I swapped everything, It was a direct replacement and everything works as it should. However the relays on the Mercury were under the cover for the electronic components, wrapped in foam...
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    1989 DT65 compression number variations?

    I bought the motor with the lower unit in a box, but checked compression first. The compression #s (via 25yr old tester)were 120T/115M/120B after installing lower unit, ran the motor, it idled, but poorly and smoked. I took it to a Suzuki dealer for carb rebuild and once over. He checked the...
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    Questions on Carb cleaning of 35 mercury

    I have a 1984 35hp Mercury. It idled poorly, figured I'd clean the carb, wasn't that dirty, but it's cleaner now. There is a small hole in the welch plug that I believe the last guy used to remove it and I used it to remove the plug also. I think the plug and the hole should be sealed(epoxy or...
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    1989 DT65 Thermostat Removal

    Attempting to replace poppet 2 of the 3 bolts broke off. The housing appears to be seized on the longest bolt. Any ideas how to unseize it and then remove the broken bolts? I'm afraid to put heat on it(torch)might create a bigger problem. I attempted to use a heat gun but, not hot enough I...
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    Suzuki DT65

    I'm considering purchasing a 1989 DT65. I've been reading the forum and these motors seem to be electronically sophisticated. The motor has been sitting for 2yrs and complete with controls and a SS prop. Parts are mostly dealer only. Any opinion? Am I looking at a headache, pig in a poke...
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    What is the correct name for the water pump tell?

    The pee hole grommet on my 35hp merc. is dry rotted and spraying water everywhere. I searched the web, but can't find it in any parts illustrations. What is the correct name for this part? Thanks
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    35hp vs. 40hp Mercury

    I was looking to purchase a new carb. for my 35hp Mercury. After looking the carb. up by application the description for the carb. says for 35/40 hp motor. Further investigation shows the same jetting, same reed valve assembly, piston and crankshafts are the same. Any ideas how mercury got 5...
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    Advantech long term???

    I'm putting a new floor in the 16" tracker and need feedback on the best product. I see a lot of people using Advantech with some type of topcoat(spar, deck renew, paint). Has anybody had it in their boat for a extended period 5-10yrs? How is it holding up? Would you use it again or use a...
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    Surface prep when using Gluvit

    Hi Folks, I have stripped the rotted floor from my aluminum 16" Bass Tracker and as a precaution while the hull is exposed I want to use Gluvit on the rivets. I'm using a strong detergent and pressure washer to clean the hull. Is it necessary to use a aluminum wash and sand the hull? How long...
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    Looking for opinions on transom repair on Jon Boat

    I have a Old Meyers Jon boat that a previous owner modified the transom to put a 36v golf cart motor on it. The transom is 20" deep and 70" at its widest point, the boat is 14' long. There are 2 braces(factory) that are 12" tall and riveted to the transom and bottom of the boat. The braces stop...
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