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    Mercury 80hp pop/backfire out exhaust

    Hi all, been doing more work to my new to me boat. Recently finished removing the injection system and going to 50:1 premix. After the removal I ran the motor to check for any issues after having the oil pump off. I’ve found that it’ll pop or backfire thru the exhaust occasionally at 2500-3000...
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    88 mercury 80hp ELPTO general info

    Hi all. New boater, grabbed an 1988 wahoo DC from a friend of mine with an 88 mercury 80hp outboard. I’ve been googling and trying learn as much as I can about this motor. Currently it runs well, doesn’t seem to have any problems other then a charging issue that I’m looking into. Thanks to those...
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    88 mercury 80hp 3 cylinder not charging

    Hello all. New forum member. Just picked up an 88 Wahoo 16 dual console from a friend. Had the motor running yesterday and sounds like it runs great. I checked for charging voltage while running and only got 11.6. Tried revving the motor a bit, no change. Waiting for manuals from previous owner...
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