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I'm trying to replace the input seals on my outboard and I can't get the prop shaft out. Is there a trick to doing this? I watched the video "Mercury 40HP Input Shaft Seal Replacement" and the prop shaft seems to come right out. I've tried putting the engine in drive natural and reverse. The...
I am replacing the moter on my starcraft aluminum boat and the new moter dosent need the mounting holes that were used for the old engine. What is the best way for me to plug these holes. Would it be best if I use marine sealant and the old mounting bolts or should I just fill the holes with...
When I first start my boat it only fires on 2 of the 3 cylinders. Once its warmed up after about 15 minutes the third one kicks in. Ive checked the plug wires and coils and they are good. What should I check next? Any ideas what might be wrong?
I have a 1987 that use to take about 15 minutes to warm up. Once warmed up engine ran great about 35mph . The other day I took the kids out to have some fun on the tube after 15 minutes engine was running mint. I ran it for about 40 minutes and the engine started running like it would when I...
