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    1998 Johnson 15 water pump

    I need to replace the water pump on my outboard. Can someone give me some insight on splitting the gear case? Thanks
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    Fuel/Water Separator

    I have a 1993 OMC 5.0L which I just did a re-power on, and I'm trying to decide whether or not to intsall a fuel/water separator. I know everyone is going to say "hell yes, do it", but can I get away without one? During the planning process I forgot about it and mounting one now with the engine...
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    1992 OMC Cobra 5.0L Power Steering Pump

    Hey guys - I need a new power steering pump for my boat. The original OMC part number is 983791 and the new Volvo number is 3888323. the dealer wants $220 for this pump. Does anyone know if there is an automotive version that I can use? Thanks
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    Engine mount help

    Hey guys - does anyone know where I can find a set of these? They were originally on a 1992 OMC 5.0L in a Seaswirl Striper. Thanks!!
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    Closed cooling a 1992 OMC Ford 5.0

    Hey guys - what system do you reccommend to closed cool an OMC Ford 5.0? The engine is carbureted and has center rise manifolds. I am looking for a block only system. Thanks!
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    Building a new engine

    Hey guys - I am rebuilding a Ford 302 for marine application and I have a few questions. The engine is going in a Seaswirl Striper and will be used in saltwater. The engine will have a closed cooling system. 1. The engine currently has a cast iron 2 bbl intake which is pretty rough. Would there...
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    OMC 5.0L info

    Hey guys - does anyone know a site that provides dating/general info for OMC engines? Where can I find the numbers on the engine/drive itself? I'm kinda interested in what I have... Thanks
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    1995 Seaswirl Striper question

    Hey guys - I am looking to buy a 21' Striper and I found a pretty nice one that needs a motor (302 Ford) for $8,500. It has a newly rebuilt OMC outdrive but it needs a new motor. The boat is pretty well outfitted with electronics, outriggers, downriggers, BBQ, livewell, etc and the hull is in...
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    Prop Swap

    Good morning guys - I just purchased a Solas Amita 4 blade prop to use at high altitude lakes and as a spare. My regular prop is a Vengance SS with a Flow Torque hub and the Solas has a integrated rubber hub. My question is, can I use the same forward thrust washer for both props? Do I need to...
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    Changing to a 4 blade

    Hey guys, I have a 19P SS 3 blade prop and I want to change it to a 4 blade prop. If I am happy with the WOT RPM, do I keep the same pitch or do I have to step up or down? Thanks
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    Merc. Service Manual

    Hey guys, I have a 1998 Sea Ray 190 with a Merc 4.3L EFI and Alpha 1 drive and I want to get a owners/service manual so I can do some of the preventative stuff. Which manual do I need? Thanks
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    Spare prop

    Hey guys, I am thinking of buying this prop to have as a spare. What do you think? Are these any good? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-Vortex-Prop-15-X-17-Mercruiser-1-Alpha-Mercury_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ26456QQihZ013QQitemZ230013996059QQrdZ1 Thanks
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    Time for a new prop

    Hey guys, I am going to buy a new prop to have for high elevations and I was looking at this one: What do you think of this one? Currently have a 4.3L Alpha 1 with a Vengence SS 19p. Do I need to buy anything else? Thanks
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    Boat Guides - Which ones?

    Hey guys, I have a Sea Ray 190 riding on a galv. trail-rite tandem axle trailer and I am thinking about getting some boat guides. There are so many different ones and I am having trouble deciding which ones to get. The ones I am looking at are...
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    Outdrive serial #'s

    Hey guys, can you "decode" Merc serial numbers? If so, my transom # is OL248762 and my outdrive is 1.81R OL135269. What do these numbers mean? Thanks.
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    Leaky Drive oil

    Hey guys I have a 1998 Sea Ray 4.3L / Alpha 1 Merc. The drive oil resevoir seems to drop a little after a couple days hard use. I pulled the bottom plug to check for water and there was none. The oil wasn't milky either. I looked in the bilge and it is clean. What can I do now? Where could it be...
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    NEED SOME PROP HELP PLEASE!!!

    Hey guys, I have posted another thread in the engine forum stating that I am having a problem getting my boat on plane with a heavy load at the higher altitude lakes. The general concensus is that I need a different prop so I am hoping I can get some insight here. So, here is what I have:<br...
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    4.3L EFI power loss (at altitude)

    Hey guys I just took my boat up to the lake (4900' MSL) and it was a DOG!! I know that this happens at altitude but I guess I just wasn't prepared for the severity.<br /><br />First off, when I would go WOT, the boat wouldn't get on plane unless everyone (6-8 people) would move forward. <br...
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    Mercruiser drive oil

    Hey guys, I have an Alpha 1 drive and the other day my low drive oil alarm sounded. I had previously noticed that the oil was at the add line but after about 20 hrs it sounded the alarm. When I went to add the new oil, I noticed that the oil in the resevoir is, not milky but a little cloudy. I...
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    Trim Problems (Smart Tabs?)

    Hey Guys, I have a 1998 Sea Ray Sig. Bow rider 190. When I go WOT from a stop, the bow really rises but gets on plane fairly quickly (outdrive trim full down). Once on plane, the boat feels like it is trying to sink the bow (fighting itself) so a quarter up adjustment of the outdrive trim raises...
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