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    1996 force 120hp lower compatability

    I believe the spline count is the same for both lower units. This is is the 6 jaw part https://www.crowleymarine.com/mercury/products/79932a20-shift-lever-kit. Perhaps you can compare your with this or call Crowley Marine for added info. Item 22 on this part is the Force 3 jaw part...
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    1996 force 120hp lower compatability

    Both do bolt up, BUT 3 or 6 are not interchangeable without modifying linkage. Modification requires removing power head. If the motor is/has been used in salt water, removal can be an issue. Accordingly, I would recommend replacing with the 3 jaw, unless the REQUIRED modification has been...
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    1996 force 120hp lower compatability

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    My latest issues - 1997 Force 120HP plus a new kicker

    Went out fishing 3 weeks ago and both my main motor, the Force and my kicker a new Tohatsu 15HP, crapped out. The Force was the simpler diagnosis. Drained the LU oil and it was both low and milky. I was able to find a replacement Mercury LU locally. Got it at a great price. Vacuum tested...
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    2018 Tohatsu 9.9 Won't Stay Running

    This new motor with about 12 hours on it won't stay running. It acts like it is is running dry of gas. I have always run it dry after taking it out. After it stops I can not pump gas using the bulb. Yes, the tank vent is opened. Any suggestions?
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    1997 Force 120HP LU Lessons Learned (Again)

    I checked the impeller on my 120HP OB. For those not used to re-installing the LU, it can be a pain. 1st lesson learned: Make sure you get the upper shift shaft connected to the lower. I started with the LU in neutral. Any gear will do as long as you know which .For me the easiest way is to...
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    2016 Weldbilt 2070 upgrade

    I lost some of the room in the front with the fuel & anchor lockers. Some slow progress has been made. CC is filled/patched/painted, most wiring fuel line etc. pulled and nearly all electronics installed and wired. The front lockers are built and not installed. I built the frames. Rebuilt and...
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    2016 Weldbilt 2070 upgrade

    I had a 1979 Wellcraft Fisherman180 which I let get just too bad to make it worthwhile to rebuild. My fault, I know, but it happens. Just look at all the stories here. ;-) My previous thread agonizing over the original decision...
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    Hows to remove black ?plastic? decorative covering and letters from center console

    I want to repair & reuse my old Wellcraft fiberglass CC, but it has a covering over the top and lettering on the sides. What is the easiest method for removing them to repair and paint?
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    1997 Force 120 Cyl 4 more carbon than others

    Did a compression check today, and noticed plug 4 had more carbon than others. Also plug 2 seemed to have a little moisture on it. I switched the plugs around. Buttoned her back up, and ran it on the muffs for a few minutes. Checked the plugs again, and plug 4 was still more carboned than...
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    Sealing a new floor

    I have two questions re: installing a floor in a new aluminum jon boat. 1. Type of floor? Solid plywood or a traditional plank floor similar to this: http://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_3lWV0VAgN7v_600x450.jpg 2. How best to seal which ever version is selected. Will WOG's sealing formula...
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    My dilemma

    1. I own an old 1979, Wellcraft fisherman 180 with all the typical rot problems, (transom, floor and probably stringers). It is powered by a good, low hours Force 120. 2. I am 72 YO in reasonable good health and only boat when the sons, grandson want to go out, 3-4 times per year. We live...
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    Alpha 1 Gen 1 -- Any tricks to installing lower shift cable in cable jacket?

    Spent 1/2 day trying to get the darned thing inserted. Any ideas how to make this easier?
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    Part number for late 70s tachometer

    I have a 79 Wellcraft 180 which originally came with a Merc 140, but now the tach is getting flaky. I do not want to re-cut the cutout which is the ~2/12" size. Anyone know of replacements or the original part no?
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    ignition plates from 1961 usaeable 1959 Johnson 5.5HP

    I have 2 5.5 HPs, 59 and 61. The 59 is without the ignition plate. Can I remover the 61 plate and mount on the 59? They appear to attached differently. 61 is ~90 degrees off from the 59.
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