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    5.0 liter Alpha alternator "jerking"

    I replaced an alternator that was not charging with a new replacement. When it is running (w/new alternator) the alternator jerks like it is being "loaded and unloaded". This jerking makes a clicking noise as it happens. The problem is sporadic, it seems worse as the rpm's increase, but at times...
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    Honda 90 H.P. gas in oil

    Engine in question is a 2000 Honda 90 H.P. 4 stroke, with carbs, no efi. There is gasoline in the oil, we think the fuel pump diaphram must be bad, what else could it be? Also, I'm having trouble locating a source for parts for this engine.Anyone know of a good source for Honda outboard parts...
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    Alpha one drive or I meant "no drive"

    1999 Mercruiser 5.0L Alpha one drive, lost almost all forward drive with no noise or warning.While using the boat yesterday, it all of a sudden would not gain speed.The engine is fine and it goes into forward and reverse normally with no strange noises, but the boat will not go over 5mph...
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    1999 5.0 alpha cuts off at idle

    1999 5.0L alpha Thunderbolt V ignition cuts off at idle after warming up.The engine has just been rebuilt, it runs great everywhere else. The problem seems to come and go, sometimes (when working on it) I can't get it to cut off, but when you least expect it (when fish are biting) it dies.Most...
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