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    chrysler 55 ignition and electrical

    Thanks for any help at all, everyone! I ended up with what appears to be a very clean chrysler 55 longshaft outboard motor (modelguides say 1970-75 - ser# 555 HG 4265), only I believe it's missing some parts in the electrical system. I'm hoping I can tackle this, purchase necessary parts, hook...
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    110 hp outboard too much for a 14 foot runabout?

    I'm restoring a 1964 14' Sears Traveler runabout and just lucked up on finding a good used 110 mercury outboard (6 cyl "tower of power" haha!). I was told it's a mid 1970's, but i'm gonna scratch around for serial numbers to check forsure this weekend. My little boat is solid as could be, but...
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    Looking at a '72 Hydroswift, looks awesome but...

    What the heck is this hydroswift all about?<br /><br />I'm really inclined to go with this boat, but I'd really like a crash-course in the good, bad, & ugly about the hydroswift outboard.<br /><br />The 302 V8 in it was completely rebuilt last year, as well as rebuilt carb. I love the fact that...
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    1979 OMC 120hp still stalling after a while

    hi, might recognize me from previous posts. still stalling but i think i'm getting really close now.<br /><br />recap: my '79 OMC stringer (4 cylinder) unfortunately has a worn or broken ring in number #4 cylinder. it sure sounds good running, has good fire, and very very little blow-by, so...
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    petronix ignitions & coils for 1979 OMC stringer?

    1st off, this forum is awesome, i'm learning so much reading through all the posts. Thanks, all.<br /><br />I'm running through the ignition system of my 1979 OMC 120HP stringer (4cyl), and i'm thinking about converting to electronic ignition. I hear Pertronix Ignitor is a good way to go to...
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    [1979 OMC I/O] fuel line 'water separator' or 'check valve'?

    I'm checking out both my ignition and fuel systems, my 1979 OMC 120HP inline 4cyl loses rpms to the point of stalling, after she heats up around 160F (about an hour out).<br /><br />I replaced all plugs, plug wires, and I'm just being stubborn about replacing the coil until i can figure out how...
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