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    1980 50hp merc bleeder line?

    I have a small hose behind the switchbox that runs from two brass fittings, one on the top of the motor and one on the bottom. Is this a bleeder line and if so does anyone know where I can find the top brass fitting for the hose. It is a push in fitting instead of a threaded fitting. Also, any...
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    5hp Briggs and Stratton outboard won't start

    I bought a used 5 hp Briggs and Stratton outboard 2 weeks ago. It cranked first pull several times and ran fine. This past weekend I took it out and couldn't get it to start. It'll turn over fine, but it won't start. I've checked all fuel lines from the gas tank to the carb. The carb is...
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    1980 50hp Merc idling problems

    I have a 1980 50hp Mercury motor that I can't get to idle properly. I just got it out of the shop where they put a new remote control box on. The old one was hard shifting and had the same problem with going dead at idle. (also wouldn't go into reverse) The motor will idle, go into reverse...
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    1980 50 hp Mercury idle/reverse

    I can't get the motor to idle or go into reverse because the idle speed is so slow. The motor will crank right up with the fast idle, but I have to quickly shift it into forward and then it runs fine. I've been into the control unit recently to fix my fast idle button, and am hoping someone...
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    Neutral safety microswitch

    Anyone know where I can find a neutral safety microswitch for Quicksilver commander controls?
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    50 hp 1980 Merc starting prob

    I have a 1980 50 horse Merc that I'm having trouble starting. I just got this motor back from the shop a week ago where the mechanic replaced the stator, trigger, and pack. He said my compression was good at around 120.<br /><br />As soon as I got the boat home, I tried to start it with a hose...
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