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    Drain plugs

    My drain plug hole on my exaughst elbow is corroded/rusted and I was hoping someone could tell me what size tap to buy to clean it out. Thanks Merc 140
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    Outdrive oil in bilge

    I know I have read about this before, but can not seem to find it using the search funtion. If I remember correctly there are seals in the upper drive case that will allow lube to come in through the drive bellows and gimble. Is that right ? This is a Alpha Gen 2 drive. Thanks...
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    Converting from points

    I was thinking about converting my merc 140 to electronic. I have read that this is a fairly simple project and was hoping to get some details on what exactly is involved. Also if someone could provide me a link to the correct part. Thanks in advance...
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    Rides heavy on one side

    Sorry if this dosn't belong in this forum.<br /><br /><br />My wife weighs considerably less than I, but if she is on the opposite side of the boat from me the boat rides heavy on her side. I have 2 batteries on her side but I wouldn't think that her weight and batteriers are the cause...
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    Rides heavy on one side

    My wife weighs considerably less than I, but if she is on the opposite side of the boat from me the boat rides heavy on her side. I have 2 batteries on her side but I wouldn't think that her weight and batteriers are the cause. Anyone know what else to look at? Could it be because the trim...
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    Water in Alpha 1 ?

    My outdrive oil looks different than when I put it in. I have chhanged the outdrive oil several times watching for water, and I am not sure whether it has water in it or not. The oil is yellowish in color. The last time I changed it I used regular 80/90 in hopes that water intrusion would be...
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    Alpha 1 discharging oil

    After launching I noticed a film on the water around my outdrive.( a very light film ) The boat ran great last weekend, and I did not see anything left behind. That was the first time out, so I have been looking for anything and everything. I pulled the plug and there some water. in the...
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    Prop size

    I have a 18.5' Searay Seville Merc 140, Alpha 1 and was hoping someone could tell me if I have the correct prop. The #'s on the prop are 48-815758/A45 19P Also says it is a Mercury High Five. The boat ran fine at the lake other than at 3/4 throttle I was...
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    Shift problem Alpha 1

    I replaced the impeller this morning and after re-installing the lower housing. Was able to slide the cable from the motor in and out by hand. ( No binding ) Shifts fine into forward, but wont engage reverse. While out of gear theres at the back of the boat I can hear a knocking sound from the...
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    Re-building a 2BBL carb ( Merc140/Chrysler carb )

    Any good references. This is my first rebuild, and would like to make sure I do it right. My manual stinks, it shows the break down of the carb but no step by step procedure. Also,, is carb leaner from a spray can, and good gas what I clean it with or is there a preffered solvent?
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    Mercuiser 140 cooling system

    The temp on my motor is getting to about 185 after running for 30 minutes. Water is circulating though the motor, but I dont think enough water. The hoses on the motor do not feel full or presurized while running. Could this be the impeller that I have heard about? I keep wanting to think...
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    Low cylinder presure

    My Mercrusier 140 has one cylinder that registers 25 pounds. The other cylinders register 135-145. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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