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    1989 Evinrude 100 switching mid section with a 135 hp

    This is just a curious, silly question. I have a 1989 100hp. I have a 1978 135hp that for whatever reason I want to use mid section. Is there any advantage/disadvantage for doing this? I think it’s direct swap.
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    1974 Chrysler 120 HP No Spark

    Compression is between 145 and 150 on all holes. The motor came with an updated ignition which had no spark. I found proper CD Box and coil. Still no spark. I sent my CD boxes and coils, I now have multiples, and distributor away and they work on another motor. Any thoughts?
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    Late 70’s Mercury 20 Hp manual

    Good day. I’m on the hunt for a good service manual for a 1978-79 Mercury 20hp outboard. Would anyone have a link or even a PDF I could purchase. I’m in Canada so finding one on eBay is very costly. These things are hard to come by. .
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    Mid 70s Ebbtide Interior

    I am on the hunt for some pics of a mid 70s Ebbtide Tri Hull interior. Asking for a friend, really. They want to do their interior close to original design of the boat. . Thanks.
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    Building A Hardtop

    Has anyone build a hardtop on their boat? I have a 15'MFG trihull and will soon need a new convertible canvas. Mine still has the original top but its getting a bit seedy. The zippers are starting to let go, and frankly, its just looking dirty. I got the idea from a Grady White I was recently...
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    1989 Evinrude 100 XP- Top Crank Seal

    1989 Evinrude XP. I’m replacing the top crankshaft seal. I got the flywheel off, stator off. My question is how does the top crank cap come off? I can move it back and forth. Just can’t seem to slide it off. Any help is always appreciated.
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    More Forum Changes?

    I see things have changed again. This is so frustrating I must say. Since the last change I've stopped receiving email notifications. And after some help from the great members, still hasn't changed. So I've lost contact with boat rebuilds and members. Now this change, there are places I can't...
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    Matt Kenneth Still Has it

    Why doesn?t this guy have a ride? Mind blowing. Congrats.
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    1989 Evinrude 100 hp. Intake bolts

    Would someone know what the torque specs and pattern is for my intake manifold? E100STLCEM.
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    1978 Holsclaw Trailer Painted.

    Hi All. While I'm sorting out my motor issues, I thought I would take some time to freshen up my trailer. I've owned it for a few years now and have tired of looking at the tired old trailer. The boat wasn't sitting right on it and have been having issues loading the boat on it. Two years ago I...
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    1989 Evinrude 100 XP... Runaway

    Has anyone ever experienced this? What an ordeal. However from what I've researched, it isn't an uncommon issue. I haven't tried since to run it. I'm a little worried it may happen again. Dang thing was so hot. I did have it on muffs and was having problems getting it started so I put a bit of...
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    1990 Evinrude 100XP info

    I have a chance to pick up a one owner 1990 Evinrude 100XP. I would just like to get some info on these motors. I hear you OMC guys are pretty good. The motor suppose to have about 200 hours. I've owned Mercs for years but thinking I may swap sides. 1. What does the XP stand for? 2. Pros and...
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    1988 Mercury 115

    Hi all you Merc guru's. I'm back again seeking advice from you guys. I'm thinking about picking up a 1988 115 HP Merc for my Gypsy tri hull, The oil injection has been removed which is okay. Compression is 132-135 on all cylinders. No apparent corrosion on the wiring. Owner tells me he replaced...
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    1977 Merc 850 lower unit.

    Nope nope nope nope nope. Will not, can't, won't. Nope nope nope. Two hours trying to get that sucker on. Even read Merc850's 30 second guide to easily install your lower unit. What the heck am I missing??? Nope, nada. Aaaaauuurrgghh!! But seriously, what am I doing wrong? Got the motor just...
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    1977 Merc 850. Water jacket question

    I've enclosed a couple of pics of the water jacket cover. As you can easily see there are a couple of cracks in it. I'm assuming that could be from overheating?? The one picture with the arrow, is pointing at a small hairline crack not on the water jacket but on the block side. Should I worry...
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    1978 Holsclaw Trailer Refit

    I have a 1978 Holsclaw trailer that I want to freshen up over the winter. I am looking to paint it a Gun Metal or Charcoal grey. All one colour with perhaps some pinstrip. I want to remove the springs, check them and paint. New shocks will be installed. The biggest change will the bunks. I am...
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    Trying to edit Signature

    Hi all. I'm trying to edit my signature but I keep getting this error. "Error saving signature: Your signature cannot be longer than 1000 characters including BB code markup: I don't think I have 1000 characters. I don't even know what a bb code is.
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    Mariner 15M. Need info.

    I picked up a 15 hp Mariner. I got it from the original owner and it's been stored for 7 years in a shed. It's not seized and there are no parts missing. Here is the serial number. 684CL316665. I thinks it's a 1982 model. Any info on this outboard would be appreciated. Were they good motors?
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    iboats Calendar

    The members of iboats put out a calendar in 2010 that went from May to May. I still have mine. Was wondering if anyone thought of doing another one this years?
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    1977 Mercury 850 parts from 1980 90 hp

    I was wondering if the lower unit and midsection from a 1980 90hp will fit on my 1977 850. I know you Merc guru's will have the answer. Thanks.
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