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    Gear lube for 60 HP

    I have a 2018 60hp. I'm looking at what type of gear oil. Manual has real good how to instructions, but that is the one spec # that is missing. According to Merc online shopping, it says to use Premium for anything 75hp and under. Use HP for any outboard over 75hp. Mine has the HP in the case...
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    Oil filter for Merc 60HP

    I have a 2018 60HP 4 stroke and need help with filter. The OE part # is 35-8M0162829. There was an update quite a while back, and the old number is 8M0065104. After looking at a couple filters, new in the box, they are quite different (see pic below). Visually the base plate and flow holes...
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    Bimini EYE ENDS

    Shot in the dark, mystery part. Looking for a couple eye ends that are offset. So far can only find ones that are centered. Similar to the pic but I want the male tab to be offset to one side. Anyone know if that type exist??
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    Antifreeze for winter storage

    When it comes to our winter hibernation, some use AF and others use good old air. So I know lots of people use this type of fluid when storing their boat for the winter. This particular kind is Merc -50F. I do have a few jugs sitting in the shed and been watching how the cold alters the...
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    wheel bearing grease

    This sounds sort of dumb for a basic maintenance question, but I'm having a hard time finding grease and the little rubber plug for my wheel hubs. The grease should be marine rated for wheel bearings. I did find one store but says on the tube "not for disc brakes". Maybe they heat up more?? Most...
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    Bimini Top Hardware

    I'm looking for a couple fittings for my Bimini topper. Figured it would be simple but turning into no where to be found. On the ends of the posts, there is a thing called an "Eye end". There seem to be hundreds of variations but they all seem to have one thing in common. The little ear thing is...
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    Trim switch on 4.5L engine

    I need some help/confirmation with the trim button on the std throttle controller. Calling several dealers in my area, they have no idea what I'm talking about. I have a 2016 boat with the 4.5L, Alpha drive power package. First thing I notice is the 2 stage trim button does not work the same as...
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    Prop for Merc 4.5L

    I'm perplexed.............looking at a boat that has the new Merc 4.5L engine. These are 2016/17 bowriders in the 2400-2500# range. Both the 200hp and 250hp versions come from the factory with a 15 x 17P prop. The drive is an Alpha but don't know gear ratio. 17P sounds pretty low to me. These...
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    Merc 4.3 or 4.5 power

    I have done a lot of surfing and can't find too much info on actual performance tests on these new 4.5L 200hp versions. I am looking at NEW boats and have a decision to make. Yes this does come down to personal usage but what would be the best logical choice to make?? Both boats are the same...
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    Alum to High-5......no difference

    I'm a little confused and need help figuring this out.. I have a 2008 Searay 175, with a mercruiser 3.0L (135hp). Elevation is at 3000 ft if that matters. It came new with an aluminum 14.5 x 19. Engine runs good, pulls good and getting 4800WOT rpms. Really no complaints but there's always room...
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    Advise on prop for 3.0L

    I have an 08 Searay 175 with the 3.0L Merc, Alpha 1 drive. Currently running the stock alum 3-blade, 14-1/2 x 19. My WOT is 4800 and top speed around 42mph. With this prop, it actually works quite good. Pulls a couple tubes no problem, and quick on plane. The only thing I really notice is when...
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    Help with towing tube

    Sorry if this isn't in the right spot but I have surfed all over and cannot find any info. I am not new to tubes but this one has me baffled. We just purchased an Airhead Storm 2. The material quality is excellent but it pulls like an anchor. It likes being submerged when we first start going...
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    OMC trim keeps bleeding off

    Helping buddy fix his boat. It's a 94 OMC. The trim works fine up/down and no leaks. But it will bleed off, even after 10 minutes it's noticable. We checked at a local shop and they said the rams were leaking. Had rams rebuilt for $200 and it did not help. Is there a hidden check valve somewhere...
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    Quick question on Decarb procedure

    I picked up a can of Seafoam "auto marine Motor treatment". It's a 473ml can. I have read the info in the FAQ section to get an idea. But this can says to add to app 50L of gas. Will that work or is it better to make a more concentrated potion (mixing the can with app 1-2 gallons) and then...
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    where to start with tune-up?

    My friend just bought a 94 boat with a 3.0L Merc. Myself, I run an outboard and know a few things to keep them running nicely. But not too sure on the inboard setups. The one shop around here has a long waiting list and the other don't want to help since he didn't buy the boat there. So...
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    What is this running down my leg??

    Oohh, that title doesn't sound good....... This is for a 91 V4. After the last trip, parked the boat with the leg down to the vertical position. The next day I notice a gunky (oil/gas) mixture running down the leg. The same thing happened after I had the motor running and fogged it for winter...
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    Help with jet size on '71 25hp

    Got a good one here. Really all we need is a chart that shows the size (mm or inch) of the jets. And that shows what jet to use at a specific elevation. We have an old Johnson 25hp that originally ran at sea level and now running at 3000'. The jet we pulled out is marked with a 72. Since we...
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    Noisy fuel pump.....UPDATE.....fixed.......whoohoo

    Hoping someone can help me with a noisy pump. This is on my 91 Evinrude 100 HP VE100SLEIE. I just got my boat out of storage and this noise was not there last year when it was put away. Engine runs fine and this noise started after about 5 minutes of idling. I can feel the tapping noise coming...
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    Which VRO pump to buy?

    I have been running premix for the last year in my 91 Evinrude 100 HP VE100SLEIE<br />At least I know I'm getting oil, but it is a real pain in the butt. I would like to go back to the auto oiling system. I've read about changes and updates to the VRO system since '91.<br />Not sure which pump I...
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