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Chris1956 replied to the thread Stator from 80hp to use on 200hp.

A V6 will have two switchboxes. An 80HP motor will be one switchbox. Do you have the same number of switchbox wires?

Jun 26, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 2001 Searay 190 Sundeck windshield bumper.

There are lots of bumpers for doors and the like. Most are rubber/plastic with a screw to fasten them. There are also stick on bumpers.

Jun 26, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1989 Sea Ray 200 BR Interior rebuild and new layout.

Actually, IMO Outboards killed the I/O market due to the Maintenace required by the sterndrives. I/O blocks were cheaper due to mass...

Jun 26, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Takes on water over the transom while loading and unloading.

Gee, I did not read the multiple posts. How about larger tires on the trailer.? That may raise it up enough Aso. put the trailer in...

Jun 26, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1988 mercruiser 5.0 alpha one.

My '88 MerCruiser 4.3LX had two fuel filters. One was a small paper cylinder that fit inside a housing that screwed into the carb. The...

Jun 26, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1989 Sea Ray 200 BR Interior rebuild and new layout.

You can cover the plywood with marine vinyl. Use stainless steel staples and stretch the vinyl to make it fit nicely. It will look...

Jun 25, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1989 Sea Ray 200 BR Interior rebuild and new layout.

Your motor well needs proper ventilation, for the blower to work properly. Gas fumes are heavier than air, so make sure the "sucking"...

Jun 25, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Engine water flow issue.

As Scott said, the water pump kits come with several gaskets. Some of those do not exactly match the ss wear plate, so make sure you...

Jun 25, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Engine water flow issue.

I had barnacles clog the water inlet in the outdrive on several occasions. You need to pull the water pump base and scrape 'em out...

Jun 25, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1980'ish black max 150 losing all power after running for 30 minutes.

If the primer bulb collapses, it will starve the engine of fuel, which can damage the engine. Put a hair dryer's hot air on the...

Jun 25, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Mercury 80 won't crank with plugs installed.

Gee, my guess was ruptured diaphragm in fuel pump. That allows gasoline to enter crankcase in 2 cycle engines. Glad it was resolved.

Jun 25, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Testing stator.

The other resistance test is from each stator wire to ground. Resistance should be infinite.

Jun 25, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1988 Alpha one Gen one lower unit.

Gee, is it full of gear oil? Prop spins in neutral? Sounds like a rusty bearing.

Jun 24, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Testing stator.

I am assuming the motor is a 60* V4. Battery charging coil is yellow and yellow/grey. The stator battery charging coils should have...

Jun 23, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Testing stator.

The stator battery charging coils should have resistance of .185 ohms. the power coils should have 45-65 ohms resistance. All this is...

Jun 22, 2025

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