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cwella replied to the thread Bunk spacing for a 70's StarCraft SS.

For a 16’ StarCraft SS, set the bunks under the strongest parts of the hull—ideally along the main stringer/rib areas, not just where...

Yesterday at 2:58 PM
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cwella replied to the thread 1989 2.5L (not 3.0) mercruiser crankshaft pulley.

The thin stretchy piece is probably not a separate belt; it may be a strip from the belt that failed. A belt can delaminate and leave...

Yesterday at 2:57 PM
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cwella replied to the thread 5.0 XL Mercruiser possible carb/fuel pressure issue.

Sounds like it may have flooded. The pressure at the separator isn’t normal for a carb setup, so check for a stuck carb float/needle and...

Yesterday at 2:49 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Corsa Black plug 3 wire diverter to white plug 3 wire?.

It sounds like you have two different generations of Corsa diverter actuators. The older setup used the 4-wire solenoid with a built-in...

Yesterday at 2:48 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Yamaha 50 1985 2-stroke cooling problem.

Sounds like a restriction or a thermostat/popet valve issue rather than the impeller. Since air passes through the tube, the blockage...

Yesterday at 2:47 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Need help with steering cable..

Try a local lumber yard or sawmill; they often have longer stock or can order 8 ft pieces. You may also be able to buy a longer length...

Yesterday at 2:46 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Picked up a 1990 Force 50HP yesterday..

Sounds like a good find, especially with all the controls and wiring included. After sitting three years, I’d start with fresh fuel...

Yesterday at 2:45 PM
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cwella replied to the thread 06-5.7 mpi mag starts,, stalls, starts stalls. ran fine last fall.

No, the IAC valve won’t cause low or incorrect fuel pressure. It only controls idle air. Your 43 psi prime and 39 psi hold look normal...

Yesterday at 2:44 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Small crack in lower unit.

Cast aluminum can be tricky to TIG weld because it’s often porous and contaminated with oil. A small crack can sometimes be repaired...

Yesterday at 2:43 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Can't sync my 2003 25 hp 2 stroke....

Sounds like a linkage preload/return issue, not a cable travel problem. With the cable disconnected, the throttle plate and timing arm...

Yesterday at 2:42 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Diode Battery Isolators vs Relay/MOSFET Isolators.

A diode isolator can drop about 0.6–0.8V, which may prevent a full charge. Best options: • Replace it with an ACR/VSR or FET isolator...

Yesterday at 2:41 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Hard to steer, can i oil or grease unit.

Yes, but it depends on the steering type. Cable steering: Grease the tilt tube and cable end with marine grease. Do not oil the cable...

Yesterday at 2:40 PM
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cwella replied to the thread 1996 Penta 5.0GXI and SX COBRA.

Running fine on muffs but dying under load usually points to a fuel or ignition issue, not the lower unit. Check: • Fuel filter, fuel...

Yesterday at 2:39 PM
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cwella replied to the thread Temperature Switch OMC p/n 0386686 Test.

You may not be testing it the way the switch operates. The OMC temperature switch is a normally open switch that closes to ground only...

Yesterday at 2:38 PM
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cwella replied to the thread 1989 70 hp Evinrude Overheating:.

The lean #2 plug and carb cleaner test are the biggest clues. It sounds more like a fuel/air issue on #2 than a cooling problem. I...

Yesterday at 2:36 PM

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