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    Installed Racor RAC-S3240 - no fuel coming out

    Please share your idea about water separator... I just finish installing Racor Fuel water separator. I filled up the bowl/filter with fuel before install. The fuel connection layout is Tank - Hose - Inlet Filter - Outlet Filter - Hose with primer bulb in the middle and valve at end. Tested...
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    Fuel Water Separator

    To all who have water separator in their FUEL SYSTEM. I would really appreciate if you could share your thoughts about having additional filter. I have 1999 FORCE 40 HP and would like to install one of this. I saw one but it says not recommended for engine with electric fuel pump. Do I have...
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    Test result after replacing impeller...Help...

    Someone already said the result is a success but it won't hurt if I ask for another opinion right?. Tested Neutral: 1. move clockwise and counter clockwise....Success... Tested forward gear: 1. I push the lever all the way forward(forward gear). 2. I turned propeller clockwise. I heard a...
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    motor tilt and trim

    Hi! Please help me learn preventive maintenance on tilt and trim. Let me know if I can open the plastic screw (circled) or there's something to maintain in this tilt and trim system. http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh92/greatyear2008/DSC07526.jpg
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    Driver Shaft question (problem shown on pic)

    Hi! Here's what I did before I raise my question: Motor is 1999 Force 40 HP. 1. replaced impeller as part of my preventative maintenance. 2. assemble it back on 3. noticed drive shaft is a little hard to turn. I'm not sure if this is the same as before I changed the impeller. 4. after I finish...
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    1999 Force 40 HP - Compression Test

    To all who has the patience to deal with a first time boater... Below is what I did to test compression. It describes the results and issues I encountered: 1. Run the engine to warm up. Turn off engine. 2. Remove the first spark plug and replace it with compression gauge. 3. Crank the engine...
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    Replace Impeller Of 1999 Force 40 Hp

    Please help...I have the impeller kit but got stuck with the shift rod issues. I'm new to boating and really need help on my 1999 40 HP Force motor. I would like to change the impeller myself. Below are what I think should be done. 1. separate the shift rod to turnbuckle. How? I have very...
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