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    1990 mercruiser 4.3 no power in gear. Sluggish and rough

    Hey folks. So I read a few posts about engine bogging down, however, I feel my case may be slightly different. first time out ram awesome. I noticed a lot of water in bilge area. Turned out to be a cracked manifold. So I replaced both manifolds (other was cracked too) and risers both sides...
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    Removing riser 45 degree elbow?!

    Hey folks. Just in the process of replacing my manifolds and risers. There is an elbow on the back for the tubing of the old one but new one just has a plug. I need to get the old ones out. Any tricks ? Any other options at Home Depot or Lowe’s ? Thanks
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    55 pound thrust Minnkota on 20 foot bow rider.

    Hi folks. I was wondering if a 55 pound Minnkota would suffice on a 20 foot bow rider. No major currents, smaller lakes and mostly calmer waters. Boat, motor and passengers I’d say 2800 total ? I would get two 12V batteries so there is more battery capacity. any experience ? the model I’m...
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    Manifold and riser change gasket Q’s

    Hey folks. Long time google lurker. Thought I’d join. We bought a 1990 bayliner 20 footer and it has a 4.3 mercruiser serial#0D382045 and it has a cracked manifold. Two manifolds and risers on the way and wondering if the gaskets are dry fit on the block and between risers or do I need some anti...
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