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    Hooking up controls

    Will be installing a 1971 500E this weekend. (my first Merc). Is it best to place the engine and shift control in forward gear when installing and adjusting the shifter? I don't seem to see a specific neutral location on the shift slider in the engine.<br /><br />Thanks, Mike
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    Vintage Thunderbolt Ignition

    I've just purchased a very nice 1971 Mercury 500E for a 16'Glaspar resporation project. The motor looks and runs great, but people are telling me that the ignition on this vintage engine is prone to failure and expensive to replace, if you can find the parts. Is this true, and if it is, is there...
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