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  1. gabe33366

    Draining power steering oil cooler

    Was winterizing my 1996 merc 4.3lx this past weekend. I drained the two block plugs, two exhaust manifold plugs, and the large main circulating tube going to the thermostat. Didn't get around to the power steering oil cooler, it wasn't supposed to be cold so I figured I'd do it next weekend...
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    Put quicksilver premium gear oil in an alpha 1 gen 2

    Merc 4.3lx, alpha 1 gen 2. Accidentally put quicksilver premium gear oil in my lower unit. At the time I didn't think it really mattered. I now realize the quicksilver high performance gear oil is recommended, but is it really that big of a deal? I've only had the boat out for a month, using...
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    Running on muffs, temp guage not moving

    Hi guys, this is regarding a 1996 Merc 4.3lx with an alpha 1 Gen 2. I've got it connected to the muffs, although they leak quite a bit (water on full blast). Upon starting the motor it seems to suck up water (less leaking out). The thing is I can't see any water coming out anywhere aside from...
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    Shifting trouble after impellor change

    So this is on an alpha 1 Gen 2. I just reassembled my lower unit and I'm pretty sure I messed some thing up. In forward and reverse the prop spins by hand with a clicking click sound. In neutral the prop spins freely with less resisance. The prop shouldn't turn at all in gear right? Before I...
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    Removing stuck water pump coupling

    In the middle of changing out the impellor on my Alpha 1 Gen 2. The water pump coupling (816597A1) is stuck to the upper water hose in the upper half of the lower unit. It seems pretty stuck on. I understand​ I need to remove it to change 2 orings as well to attach it to the water pump housing...
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    What gear to be in when removing lower unit?

    Hi guys, I'm planning on doing my own maintenance for the first time. Going to change the gear oil and impellor on my Alpha 1 Gen 2. Was just wondering what the correct procedure for what gear the boat should be in before removing the gear case. I've been hearing it should be in forward, does...
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    Rebuilding Trim Cylinder on Alpha 1 Gen 2

    So I our 1996 searay 175 (4.3lx alpha 1 gen 2) has been have problems with the trim. It won't go more than about a quarter down unless we speed up slowly, I assume that is the because the water pressure helps push it down. The mechanic told us that the starboard side trim cylinder has a bent...
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    Shipping to Canada is killer

    Can someone please explain to me why the shipping for a package of starter pawl's ($7.44) is $23. How does this make any sense? I've bought parts on ebay from the US that were much larger than a pawl for much less shipping cost.
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    1956 Johnson 10hp Restoration

    I've recently acquired a 1956 Johnson 10hp from a family member. The motor has been sitting in an attic for 50 years. It was taken in for a tune up probably 30 years ago but I do not know the extent of what was done. Before I can even try to start the motor I've encountered three problems that...
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    Peter at North York Marine (www.nymarine.com)

    Not sure if this is the right place to post this but does anyone know anything about this guy? Is he still around? I've tried his email but I keep getting a delivery status notification (failure). I anyone has his contact information please let me know. http://www.nymarine.ca/ Thanks
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    Considering buying a 1954 johnson 10hp

    Found a guy selling one for $250. He says it's in excellent shape and comes with a spare motor and props. I would like to put it on my 12ft tinny, will it get the boat on plane? Is $250 a good price?
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    12ft aluminum boat restoration

    Hi everyone, I just picked up a old 12ft aluminum boat for free from a neighbor. But it has a huge dent the size of a dinner plate and roughly 1" deep. Is this going to affect the boat in any way other than looks? Should I try and bang it back in place? Also It is currently painted red but it...
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