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    A little progress on the a floor replacement...and a question..

    Hi, Long time lurker, first time poster. I've got a Mitchcraft bay boat that needs a new floor. I had a chance to work on the boat this weekend and managed to get the floor out of the boat. I couldn't find the charger for my circular saw so I bought a new tool. If you're looking at...
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    Shifter on a tiller extention

    Hi, I'm using a tiller extention on a 7.5 Mercury outboard but shifting is a pain. Has anyone ever mounted a shift handle to their tiller extention and if so how did you do it? Is there a kit? Thanks, Ed
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    Mid section bearing/bushing replacement question...

    I have a 1975 25hp Johnson that needs mid section bearings/bushings replaced as well as the steering bracket and tilt lock plate. Does this require special tools to disassemble? Are there any problems or tricks to disassembly? I'm just getting started with this and any suggestions such as proper...
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    minimum compression required 60hp 3cyl

    Just a quick question. I have a 1986 60hp Evinrude VRO engine. It's in the shop now because of idle problems. The mechanic tells me he's brought the engine back to factory settings and the motor will not idle due to low compression. I'm told that the cylinders register 130, 130, 125 in a...
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    lower unit part numbers

    I'm looking to replace my worn out lower unit housing on my 1978 model 800 80 hp merc. I have located housings but all have different numbers. My question is there a site where I can plug in my serial number and get a list of cross reference numbers that would work on my motor? Also where is the...
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