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    Draining Nissan NS90A trim/tilt fluid?

    I recently picked up a 2000 Nissan NS90A for the Mako 17 I'm restoring. The motor hasn't been used in several years so I will be going through it with a fine tooth comb before I even attempt to start it. One of the things I need to address is the trim/tilt. I have verified that the pump will...
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    Mid-80s Yamaha 90 question

    I know that the larger '80s and early '90s Yamaha outboard had problems with steel shift shafts rusting, but I was wondering if the smaller motors had the same issue? I've found a local '85 Yamaha 90 that would be a better fit for my 17 Mako than the 115 Merc that it came with, but I'm not...
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    '98 225 OX66 Oil Leak

    I recently purchased a 25' Grady White Sailfish that is powered by twin '98 225 OX66 Yamahas. 371 hours on the original powerhead of stbd engine and about 25 hours on a new powerhead on the port engine. After lowering the port engine, oil began to leak from the bottom edge of the lower cowling...
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    '02 Merc. 150: Faint Chirping Sound

    I noticed this afternoon that my '02 Merc. 150 w/ 123 hours has begun making an ever so slight chirping sound at low (idle to approx. 2000) RPM. The noise goes away when I power up.<br /><br />The motor is running very well and I have noticed no change in performance at all.<br /><br />I began...
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    Pennzoil 100% Synthetic Gear Lube Problem

    Well, the weather finally cooperated enough for me to get the boat uncovered and prepped for her first run. For once, I actually got everything done that I had hoped. <br /><br />Removed tarp. <br />Removed PVC frame. <br />Sanded down filled holes where the old captains chairs were mounted. <br...
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    2002 Merc. 150 idle screws

    Can anyone tell me where the idle screws should be set on my carbed. 2002 Merc. 150 V6? The engine seems like it might be running a bit rich and I'd like to double check the idle. I plan on getting a factory service manual very soon.<br /><br />Also, are there high end screws that might need...
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    1990 Evinrude 150 wiring question

    I need a little help here with the wiring harness for my brother's 1990 Evinrude 150. I have just completed building a new instrument panel for him consisting of new Faria gauges and new rocker switches. I have all of the wiring on the panel completed and I know where I need to connect the wires...
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    Preventing carbon build-up?

    When I winterized my '02 carbed. Merc. 150 last Dec. after it's fisrt season (92 hours run time), I noticed a fair amount of carbon built up on the spark plugs and piston tops. Actually, the top plug on each head was worse (more of an oily film) than the other four (looked pretty normal other...
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    Characteristics of a spun prop hub?

    Last Saturday afternoon while running home after loading up on the stripers, my new 2002 Merc. 150 suddenly increased about 200 rpm and dropped about 2 kts in speed without me touching the throttle or adjusting the trim. Then it did it again a few minutes later. I went from roughly 3400 and 26...
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    Wheel Bearing Grease?

    What is the best grease to use on the wheel bearings for a trailer equipped w/ drum brakes?<br /><br />Thanks.<br /><br />Brian
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    2002 Merc. 150 warning horn?

    For an '02 Merc 150 carbed Saltwater, how long should the warning horn sound when the ignition is turned on? Mine sounds once for about half a second unlike my old 1985 150 which would give one beep followed by a pause and then three shorter beeps. I imagine this is correct but just want to be...
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    2003 Carb. Mercury 150

    I'm still a little hesitant to pull the trigger on the 135 Optimax engine for $6495. In searching the various online boat sales sites, I didn't find any comparable boats equipped with any less than 150 HP. I'm concerned that should I ever decide to sell the rig, perspective buyers would...
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    2002 Mercury 135 Optimax - Please help!!

    Does anyone know how this engine will perform in comparison to my 1985 Merc. 150 (older 2.0 liter block)? I'm thinking of repowering my 20' Grady White center console (1995 lbs. dry) with one since I found a tremendous deal. $6495 and a 5 year non-declining warranty. I just don't want to end...
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    2002 Merc. 135 Optimax

    OK, I broke down and headed to the boat show in Baltimore today hoping to get lucky and find a great deal on a repower for my 1985 20' Grady. The '85 150 Merc. (2.0 liter) has served me well but it is time to retire her. My confidence in her is slipping and I have plans to use the boat more than...
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    New outboard recommendations/advice?

    Well, I was joking with the wife last night about spending thousands and buying a new engine to replace my '85 Merc. 150 with scoring in no. 2 and some stripped spark plug threads. At least I was joking until she says OK. I asked if she was serious and she then proceeded to argue her point...
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