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    Keeping cushion secure

    Hi everyone, I’m looking at what this part would be called so that I could replace it. I recently bought a 1996 Starcraft 1810 and the rear cushion that runs the width of the boat is missing fasteners to keep it closed (see attached photo). I took it out for a ride over the weekend and the wind...
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    Can I use US Marine controls for a Force 50 hp with a 70 hp?

    I have '90 Bayliner with a '90 Force 50hp and looking to upgrade the motor to '91 Force 70hp that has power Tilt and Trim. The problem is that the motor doesn't come with the controls. Can I use the controls from the 50hp and add a switch somewhere for the power tilt and trim?
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    1965 OMC Deluxe 17

    I'm looking to restore a 1965 OMC Deluxe 17. Anyone know where I could find parts such as light covers, seals for the windshield, etc?
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    OMC Deluxe 17 parts

    Hi everyone, Just recently purchased an old '65 OMC Deluxe 17 and would love to bring it back to its original look. Any suggestions where (US or Canada) that I could get parts (light covers, steering wheel, etc). Thanks!!
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    starter not engaging flywheel

    Hi Everyone, I have a '77 Merc 850. We went out on the lake and it started no problem. We stopped to fish and then when we were ready to leave, the starter wouldn't engage the flywheel. It would simply turn. The voltage on the battery is fine. The problem is intermittent. The next time I go, the...
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    starter not engaging flywheel

    Hi Everyone, I have a '77 Merc 850. We went out on the lake and it started no problem. We stopped to fish and then when we were ready to leave, the starter wouldn't engage the flywheel. It would simply turn. The voltage on the battery is fine. The problem is intermittent. The next time I...
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    adding trim to outboard

    Hi everyone, I have a '77 Merc 850. While viewing local used adds, I stumbled upon a power trim that someone is selling. The add mentions for an older 1960-80 Merc. There a picture and description of hte unit. Everything seems to be there. My question - can I add this to my existing O/B...
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    MerControl loose

    Hey Gang, I have a '78 Merc 850 with a MerControl and when I'm full out on the water, I need to keep my hand on the control. If I remove my hand, the control comes up, slowing down the boat. Is there any way of tighten this so that I don't have to keep my hand pushing down on the control...
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    Tachometer for testing

    Hi, Any suggestions for a tachometer to link and sync the carb and timing? I bought a Dwell/Tach tester at Canadian Tire, which I was later told that this may not work since a vehicle is 4 stroke and I'm workign with a 2-stroke. Can I just buy a tach gauge (which I want to buy to install on...
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    Mercury 850 - no power/speed

    Attempted to take the boat out again this weekend (Last weekend, motor didn't start). Got the motor going and purred like a kitten. I was very happy, I put in reverse to get away from the dock and all went well. This is where the problem occured and I'm hoping someone can help me out on this...
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    Mercury 85hp O/B hard to start.

    Hi again, Like most of you, I'm having trouble starting my motor. I've everything that is mentioned but what seems to happen is it stops cranking. It turns over a few times, stops followed by a buzzing noise. Sometimes out of the blue, it will turn over 8-10 times but stop again with this...
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    Mercury 85hp serial number

    Hi Everyone, I'm hoping someone can help me out here with serial numbers cross-referencing. I've check multiple of site and even in a repair manual but nothing or no one seems to know the year of this outboard. The serial # is 7091597 which is displayed on the Mercury sticker and also embossed...
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