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Fishermark replied to the thread Resealing Alpha Upper.

That video from Ted's Marine Repair discusses differences between Alpha 1, Gen 2 drives. The one I am working on is the original "Alpha."

Feb 13, 2026
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saltchuckmatt replied to the thread 1977 70 hp johnson thermostat housing gasket.

Kits typically are more than you need, and I'm speaking generically. Drop the stat is hot water with a thermometer and watch what it...

Feb 13, 2026
Fishermark replied to the thread Resealing Alpha Upper.

I have service manual 14 - and unless I missed it, it only references the newer models with the pressed on bearing and rolling torque...

Feb 13, 2026
LaqueRatt replied to the thread 67 Year Old Head Bolts.

One more thing. Maybe this is a contributing factor in why the bolts are seized up. The parting line between the head and motor has a...
Feb 13, 2026
LaqueRatt replied to the thread 67 Year Old Head Bolts.

Yes, the plug hole is stripped. While adjusting the carb it died and wouldn't start. I pulled the plugs and the one came out along with...
Feb 13, 2026
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racerone replied to the thread 2001 Mercury 90hp Outboard Hard Start.

First thing I would do is load test the battery.-----Then take starter apart for inspection and ohm test on armature.----Also test...

Feb 13, 2026
Texasmark replied to the thread 2001 Mercury 90hp Outboard Hard Start.

I had a 2002 90. I didn't boat very often and when out for the first time after a long dry spell, It's thirsty. Bulb has to be hard...

Feb 13, 2026
1960 Starflite replied to the thread outrrive alignment tool.

Just my thoughts. I drilled and taped the end of mine to 3/8"- 16 for slide hammer (in case it sticks) and hanging it up with an eye-screw.

Feb 13, 2026
ratdude747 replied to the thread outrrive alignment tool.

Or better yet, find a buddy (in my case, my boss) who already has it and offers to loan it to you! He got his as part of a set which...

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racerone replied to the thread 1977 70 hp johnson thermostat housing gasket.

??----You take thing apart.----Inspect.----Order / replace what is needed.----That is the way I have done this work for many years.

Feb 13, 2026
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DeepCMark58A replied to the thread Nobody fishing?.

Gearing up for Saturday

Feb 13, 2026
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DeepCMark58A replied to the thread Nobody fishing?.

Those 8" holes get mighty big when you drop something.

Feb 13, 2026
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Pmt133 reacted to Lou C's post in the thread Thinking about making a trailer cover... Opinions wanted. with Like.

I bought a Taylor Made custom cover for my F/W about 20 years ago and built a wood frame to support it in snowy winters. It has held up...

Feb 13, 2026
Lou C replied to the thread Thinking about making a trailer cover... Opinions wanted..

I bought a Taylor Made custom cover for my F/W about 20 years ago and built a wood frame to support it in snowy winters. It has held up...

Feb 13, 2026
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rodsnguns replied to the thread 1977 70 hp johnson thermostat housing gasket.

In My particular application, every (kit) listed only comes with the tstat, tstat ring seal , and the cover gasket. Any other internals...

Feb 13, 2026

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