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Chris1956 replied to the thread Water in the Lower Unit.

Gee, I would perform the pressure test. My inline 4/6 engines had the driveshaft seal fail most often. However, the newer V6 Merc has...

Jul 1, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1980'ish black max 150 losing all power after running for 30 minutes.

Larger motors like your V6 can benefit from a direct fuel line connection to the fuel pump. Those quick disconnects can restrict fuel...

Jul 1, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1980'ish black max 150 losing all power after running for 30 minutes.

Loses power when you turn? Sounds electrical. What shape is the wiring in? Are there any wires rubbing on metal, when you turn?

Jul 1, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread My boat needs to run real good on the 4th of July. FIX IT !!.

Gee, I have the Atlantic ocean. Of course, sometimes the Atlantic Ocean tries to have me.

Jun 30, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread My boat needs to run real good on the 4th of July. FIX IT !!.

So, Memorial Day, 4th July and Labor day? Good advice, but sad. We had some folks capsize their 21 footer on 4 July, some years ago...

Jun 29, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1972 mercruiser water issue.

Merc water impellers do not pump well at low speed, but work OK at higher speeds, say above idle, if the bottom is chewed out. The...

Jun 29, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Is this the idle jet? Or?.

Yes, The OEM fuel strainer came with an oring and washer-style rubber seal. It was hard to get them to seal air from entering. I...

Jun 29, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Is this the idle jet? Or?.

The VRO pump will over oil if air is getting into the gasoline supply. You will see all kinds of smoke behind the boat. Check/replace...

Jun 29, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Water in the Lower Unit.

Use the gear oil fitting on a bicycle pump to pressure test the gearcase. I would suspect the shiftshaft seal.

Jun 28, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 2018 60HP Mercury outboard - lower end.

The shift shaft has failed on my motors A pressure test might uncover it.

Jun 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1979 Mercury 80 HP Tach issues.

It could be.

Jun 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1979 Mercury 80 HP Tach issues.

Mercury tachometers need +12VDC, ground and stator pulses to operate. Normally a MerControl will offer these via plug on the MerControl...

Jun 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 2018 60HP Mercury outboard - lower end.

Gearcases have tight tolerances. These are set using shims behind the bearings. Some need special tools to make it correct, and if...

Jun 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Bilge Pump -Auto or???.

After 21 years, it most likely has been replaced at least once. Is it still an OEM model?

Jun 27, 2025
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 2018 60HP Mercury outboard - lower end.

Water in the gear oil will cause wear on the bearings. This will only show up when the motor is operating. This can lead to a wobble on...

Jun 26, 2025

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