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    Putting tach on small outboard?

    I've been reading posts about different engines max rpm's. I'm not sure if my engine is reaching max rpm's or not and I'd like to find out if I am indeed getting the best out of it. Can anyone help me set up a tach on this engine. It's a 76' model 9.9 evinrude. Thanks for any suggestions.
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    Anyone know how to convert 9.9 to 15 hp?

    I have a 1976 model evinrude 9.9 that I am interested in converting to a 15 hp engine before I place it on another boat. I need to know what parts are required for this switch, if anyone knows please inform me. Thanks all. <br /><br />Streamfisher
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    9.9 to 15 hp conversion

    If you've read my last two posts you know that I have been debating over whether or not to buy a 15 hp force (used). I used the serial number today and discovered that the engine is a 96 model 9.9 that obviously has been converted since purchase. I ran the engine and it runs better than any 9.9...
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    How hot is too hot for an engine?

    On a typical engine how hot can they get without cause for concern. I ask because today I ran a 15 hp engine for about 20 mins at WOT and then I took the hood off and felt the top of the heads. It was hot enough to where you could only leave your hand on it for a few short seconds. I was...
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    Need Force Year Model

    Serial number OE129612. Any other info appreciatted. thanks.
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    FORCE 15 HP Questions

    Hello all, <br />It's been a while since i've been on here, been busy as hell fishing, but I need some advice. I have stumbled across a 99 model force (i think) for $500. It appears to be in good condition and the guy says it has only been ran for a couple hours (Less than 10). Is this a good...
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    Update on 9.9 evinrude. Thanks guys.

    Just wanted to drop a line and let you guys know that your help was not only appreciatted it was extremely, extremely, useful. As a result of your guys guidance I have successfully (nearly) turned a 76 model evinrude into a 2002 model. I tore it completely down and rebuilt it from the ground up...
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    Importance of reeds?

    I am currently rebuilding a 9.9 evinrude and the reeds looked good when i took it apart. I have a problem with fouling plugs, particularly the bottom cylinder. In another post it mentioned that reeds could be the source. Should i change them as well while i'm in the engine?
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    9.9 evinrude - disassembled and ready

    Hello all. Haven't been on here for a couple of days because i've been tearing down my 9.9. First i want to thank all of you for your help. As a result of the info i got on this board i ordered a manual and disassembled my engine. I now have it in a million pieces but the good news is they all...
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    Basic Engine Info Needed

    Hello All:<br />As some of you may already know I am new to both this site, and boating. In a previous post i searched for help with an engine i have (9.9 evinrude 76' model) and with your help i am 95% sure that i have located the problem. I will soon be ordering the parts that i need to fix...
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    I need help with a 9.9 evinrude

    I have spent hours reading on iboats.com in search of an answer to a problem that <br />I am having with an Evinrude 9.9. So far i haven't found any sure answers so i need some help. I think the engine is a 76 model (either 76 or 74). I just bought the engine last year and since then i have had...
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