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    150 Mariner ELPTO - normal & minimum compression?

    I have an mid 80's 150 hp Mariner elpto that isn't running as well as it used too so I'm working my way through it. I'm curious: 1) What is the "normal" compression range of this motor? 2) What would be considered the minimum compression before doing a ring job? 3) And if the compression on any...
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    oil? in exhaust - 1985 150 Mariner ELPTO

    I've been having engine issues this summer (no power) so I did a de-carb...Holy Smokes!!! No pun intended but I'm surprised the neighbors didn't call the fire dept. I also replaced the plugs and was testing each cylinder for spark so I had started and shut down the motor a total of six times...
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    Warning system - replacement horn needed

    I need to replace the horn/buzzer/ringer on the warning system on my boat. It's the little horn located under the dash. The boat was used in salt water and it finally totally corroded. Engine is a Mariner 150 ELPTO - Model # 7150725 Serial # 06637205 (1985?) Is there a specific part number or...
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    V-6 Cylinder Numbering

    Just double checking. Are the cylinders on a V-6 numbered as follows: Top port side = #1..........Top starboard = #2 Middle port side = #3.......Middle starboard = #4 Bottom port side = #5......Bottom starboard = #6
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    Does a gummed carb + 2-cycle motor = engine damage?

    A curiosity question came up the other day: If a two cycle motor with more than one carburetor, had one carb gum up... would running the engine damage the cylinder(s) supplied by the gummed up carb??? No gas = no oil = cylinder damage? Or is there more to it than that?
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    Change to high altitude

    I have a 1994 Force 9.9 hp (model 225.581996) kicker...this motor came from sea level and I am located at almost 6000 feet in altitude. What adjustments do I need to consider before running it? I know my big motor required rejetting, a drop in prop pitch and a timing advance...what about these...
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    9.9 Force (1994) Fuel Pump question

    I have a 1994 Force 9.9 (model 225.581996) that hasn't been started in years... I am just running through every thing and have a question on the fuel pump. I pulled the fuel line coming out of the fuel pump off. When I pump the primer bulb on the fuel line I get good flow, but when I pull the...
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    Kicker motor on Cajun Bass Boat

    Has anyone mounted a kicker motor on a Cajun (or any other boat) with the 45 degree corners. I have a 9.9 I'd like to use on my '86 Cajun bass boat, but not sure how to go about it.
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    9.9hp Force specs -1993 vs. 1994

    I'm looking for a Factory Service Manual for a 1994 9.9 Force motor. I keep finding manuals through the 1993 model year...did the specs/parts for the '94 change much from the '93 model??? Thanks, Bob
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    Manual for 1994 9.9hp Force motor needed

    Just looking for a factory service/repair manual for the above motor...Model # 225 581996...not a Seloc or Clymer manual. Where might I be able to pick one up? Thanks
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    Manual for 1994 9.9 Gamefisher

    Just looking for recommendations on a repair manual for the above motor...Model # 225 581996. Am I correct that this is actually a Force motor? What manual do you all recommend/prefer? Thanks in advance.
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    Humminbird Wide Eye transducer ID?

    I have an old Humminbird Wide Eye (I guess old is redundent) with three transducers. The XTM-WS on my trolling motor, the XPT-6-24 in the portable case, and a third transducer that is a transom mount. It looks like the XT-WS but that unit says "not recommended for high speed use". The...
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    Poli Glow applicator alternatives

    Well I've managed to lose the applicator that came with my Poli Glow. What can I use in its place that won't leave streaks/bubbles/etc.??? TIA Bob
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    Power trim motor/pump removal (150hp Mariner)

    I'm replacing the power trim motor/pump assembly on my 1985 Mariner 150hp V-6. I've found a used working unit and pulled mine. In order to pull the pump/motor and replace it, I know I need to remove the two bolts marked #20 in the attached diagram (I sure hope the picture came through!)...what...
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    Poli-Glow vs Penetrol vs ???

    I've acquired an old, extremely faded, glitter-flake finished bass boat that was left out in the sun for years with no maintenance what so ever. Well I've made sure the boat runs, the engine was gone over and brought up to speed, the electrical is ok (rewired what I needed to), etc. Anyway, all...
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    Mariner paint color???

    I would like to put a new coat of paint on my lower unit but am having a hard time finding the right color. Motor: 1985 150hp Marathon V-6 serial# 06637205 (color is dark grey, but it would be nice if it matched) Does anyone have a part number or a link? Thanks, Bob
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    Correct lifting eye?

    Is this the correct size/part for lifting my 150hp Mariner (Model# 7150725)? I think they are all the same size (40hp and larger Merc & Mariners)...
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    Tilt & Trim motor replacement

    Good morning all, I just pulled the old tilt & trim motor off my boat as it was not working. Evidently a seal went bad because it was filled with nice rusty water and the insides looked like mush! Anyway, the Merc website says a replacement is $1200?!?!...that's probably more than the boat is...
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    Old Trolling Motor - Thrust?

    I have an old boat which came with an old Motorguide Brute model 3400. Does anyone know if this is a 34lb thrust motor?
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    Winterizing question

    Last year when I winterized, I pulled all the plugs (6) blew the fogger in each cylinder then replaced them all...Not a big deal, but is there a quicker way? Can I just spray a good amount in each carb (3) while turning it over? Would this be adequate? Thanks in advance.
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