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    De-Carb question

    I was going to de-carb today using Mercury Power Tune. I had planned on doing this with the hose (muffs attached), but the directions on the can say clearly and in caps "DO NOT operate on a flushing device." I'm not sure I can get away with doing this on our local water way. Is there really a...
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    Fuel Guage Sending Unit Not Working - Help!

    I had a slightly leaking sending unit gasket, which I replaced. No problem. Now, I get no reading at the guage, and I CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT! I put the unit in exactly as it was, all connections are good, plenty of battery power. I have family coming in for a big fishing outing, and I'm freaking...
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    New electronics -- new battery, now?

    My two main pieces of electronics are a new Furuno GP32 and a depth finder. Both run to a board which feeds straight from my starting battery. I would feel more comfortable with a new battery to give me some "room." Could I in any way damage my Merc outboard by getting a battery with more than...
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    Johnson 15 Break In Question

    I just finished running the first tank of double oil through the engine (I'm sick of the smoke!). Am I supposed to run double oil during the entire 10-hour break in, or just the first tank? The manual is unclear, and my mechanic is closed on Monday's.<br /><br />I believe I have around 4 hours...
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    Brand new 2001 15 hp. Merc - price?

    I just found a brand new (never been started) 15 hp Merc (2 stroke). It's a long shaft, and it simply has never sold because of that. The asking price is $1799. I think I can get it a bit lower. Do you think this is a fair price? Please let me know asap. Thanks.
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    Motors from Iboats.com??

    I will be in the market for a 15 hp outboard. Has anyone (not associated with iboats.com, please) had experiences (good or bad) with purchasing from them? Thanks for your help.
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    All Weld Boats -- Info, please

    I found a pretty good deal on a 1988 19ft All Weld boat. I've never heard of the brand -- does anyone out there have some information? Thanks much.
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    Motor Won't Turn Over!

    Man was I steamed this morning (still am). Drive for 1 1/2 hours to my favorite spot, and when I got there, it wouldn't turn over. This is a 2003 Merc 90 2 stroke that has been pretty much flawless to this point. It was acting as if the shifter was malfunctioning and not reading in neutral. The...
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    Tow Vehicle Issues -- Help

    It's about time for me to select a new tow vehicle. I'm sick of seeing my wife's eyes roll everytime I ask to use her Explorer. I currently tow a 17ft CC, with a total weight of around 2,000 lbs. Add the trailer, and I'm probably around 2,500. My current vehicle, a Toyota Tacoma 4-banger...
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    Rust on tilt/trim problem

    Just noticed a spot of rust about the size of a quarter on the electric motor section of the t/t. Anyone else noticed this on their motor? Just wondering if/how I should take care of this. The outboard in question is a 2002 Merc 90. Thanks.
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    Leaky Hatches

    I have two round inspection hatches on my deck (Probably about 8 inches across) that are constantly leaking. They are the pry-up kind with a black, rubber gasket. Though leaking, it's not a lot. There's always water on my gas tank, however, and lots of condensation on the bilge. Since the boat...
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    I love my cats, but...

    The little critters keep getting on my boat cover and making pin holes in it -- I guess they find it a huge fiberglass scratching post. Any special tricks to keep them off? Thanks much.
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    I love my cats, but...

    The little critters keep getting on my boat cover and making pin holes in it -- I guess they find it a huge fiberglass scratching post. Any special tricks to keep them off? Thanks much.
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    Speedometer damaged?

    I whacked a piece of underwater debris (likely a log) and now my speedometer reads a constant 15 mph. I noticed a small, pre-drilled hole on the front of the lower unit. It appears to be clogged with wood particles. Is this the speedo pick-up? And if so, is there a way to clean it out? Using a...
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    Skeg/Gear Housing Painting

    I tried painting my skeg and gear housing last week. I used Merc paint, and the proper primer. Sanded lightly, used acetone to clean the aluminum. Yesterday, after a nice day of fishing, the paint is already starting to come off. Any ideas as to how I can get it to "take"?<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Splashing Live Well

    I have a live-bait well that tends to splash water into the boat when under way. It's one of those live-well/seat combo's. It's not a matter of being to full, since it never gets above the recirculating drain. I'm getting sick of wet feet! Anyone else have this problem, and an idea of how to...
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    How do I jack this think up?

    I have a Magictilt Trailer with a bad tire and need to switch it out. I don't have an owners manual for the trailer, and have no idea how to jack this thing up. Do I leave it attached to a tow vehicle to keep it steady? Any help would be appreciated.
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    First Decarb Experience

    Just decarbed for the first time today with Mercury Power Tune. Easier to do than I thought. I noticed what appeared to be small black globs of stuff all around the prop/exhaust. Not an excessive amount, but it looked like someone sprayed some black paint on the gravel. Was this the carbon?<br...
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    Aarrghh! Busted Cowling!

    Just had a beautiful day of fishing, and while flushing out the motor, the cowling fell off the boat (yes, I learned my lesson) and it cracked big time. It's certainly useable (thank God for Marine Tex), but I'll have to get a new one. Anyone have ideas for a place to get one? Thanks.
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    How much gas odor is normal?

    I have a boat -- just over a year old -- that emits a gas odor when it sits. I'm just wondering if this is normal. The boat stays covered, so I assume the vent will release some odor, but it is also noticable when I open the bilge hatches. It seems to clear out when run and aired out. I notice...
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