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    Mariner 2hp 1980 1252-9209T

    Desperate for a gas tank for this model. Mine is cracked at the forward mount. Any suggestion as to where to look for one (I've already searched eBay, current and closed listing. Also for any advice re repairing the one I have. TIA!
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    Baystar hydraulic steering (?)

    40 hp Mercury on Pontoon boat. Kinda tired of wrestling with mechanical rack and pinion steering and I'm considering the Baystar HK4200A3 hydraulic steering. Would like to hear from forum members who ACTUALLY HAVE ONE re its quality. TIA!
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    Mercury & Pontoon boat prop guidance

    Just installed a 2005 three cyl 40 hp EFI Mercury four stroke on my 18' Bass Buggy Pontoon. Happy with everything except to my ear (no tach) it's turning in the mid 4000's at full throttle. On the other end of the scale, at idle and in gear, the boat goes a bit fast for close in handling. Seems...
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    Mercury remote shift and throttle control cables

    I have 2003 Mercury EFI three cylinder four stroke, installing it on a boat that was previously Evinrude powered, so I need Mercury cables. Here's the rub: in searching for cables I see "gen 1" and "gen 2" cables. Since I don't have any cables at this point, can someone show me which cables I...
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    Control Identity

    Since this is neither a pontoon boat question, nor strictly an engine question, I figured I'd try here: The control in the attached pictures came to me on my '90 Tracker Bass Buggy, a pontoon boat. The boat now has a 25 hp Evinrude, but I am repowering with a 2005 Mercury 40 Big Foot EFT...
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    '05 Mercury 40 hp, 3 cyl, two cylinders low compression

    I have come by an engine as described in the subject, It's an EFI engine. Weighing a rebuild on the one hand, or a new ~$1500 powerhead on the other. The engine runs great, but uses oil, and shows compression of 180, 140, and 90. :eek:. I'm told it overheated. QUESTIONS: 1. Is there any...
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    Morse steering cable compatibility

    I have Morse steering on my '91 boat. The cable is stiff, time for a replacement. Will a Seastar/Teleflex cable work?
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    Honda Aquatrax expertise?

    Anybody know how to pull the codes out of memory on an '05 Aquatrax? I have the service manual and the method suggested there is not producing good results.
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    40 hp 4 cyl 2 stroke 1995 Mercury NO SPARK, FRIED VOLTAGE REGULATOR

    Engine in regular use; owner hops in boat, battery flat; charges battery, engine won't start; voltage regulator fried (burned and stuff oozing out) engine spins over fine but no spark at any of its four cylinders. So the VR is obviously fried. And the engine has no spark. The only link I...
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    Sarwind 19 sailor?

    Would like to 'speak' with someone who owns and sails a Starwind 19. Pls either PM me or email to halmc (at) halmc (dot) com Thanks!
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    Fresh water bottom paint

    I live in Fla and have to this point sailed only in salt water. Got me a small sailboat that will spend its time in fresh water, tied via whips to a pier most of the time. Anybody got a recommendation for a bottom paint that will at lessen the growth of aquatic stuff on my bottom. Well...
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    Port lights

    That is, sailboat windows. My new-to-me Starwind 19 has four port lights in pretty sad shape. They weren't really much to write home about when new -- they are plastic. But still, I'd like to replace them. I've been unable to find a source for new ones, even after a fairly extensive...
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    Tire/wheel size Starwind 18

    I've snagged a starwind 18 in a city about 250 miles from where I live, going to pick it up this PM. I'm in desperate need of knowing the size of the wheels and tires, so as to pick up a spare before my heading out. I know that trailiers can vary, but most Starwind 18's I've seen use the same...
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    Make your own fenders

    The best use to which Harley tires can be put: Harley Fenders - YouTube
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    40 hp Mercury 2stk, exhaust tube question

    This question will relate to the following engine: MERCURY - ( 40 H.P. (1994 )) Serial No: 0G082643 Model No: 1040412PD Parts List for model 1040412PD: And to the following illustration: Referring to the exhaust tube that is noted with the red arrow, what fixes this piece vertically...
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