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    84 Stingray w/ Merc 3.0 140R

    We recently acquired a 1984 Stingray with a Merc 3.0 140R. The manual states that the WOT operating range is 4200-4600RPM. It is currently running a 13 3/4 21" prop. Yesterday we took out for the first time. We had 4 adults (2 men, approx. 225lb each and 2 women, approx. 140lb each) and 2...
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    Water in Engine compartment

    Just obtained a 1984 stingray. Very clean, only 1 owner and 280 hours. Took out for the first time today. We were on the water for approx 5 hours. I had to use the bilge pump appox 3 times for maybe 15 seconds or so. Is this normal and if not, where could the water be coming from? Thx JB
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    1984 Stingray--Dies when giving throttle

    Hey guys, we recently purchased a 1984 Stingray with a Mercruiser 140. The boat is immaculate (1 owner and only 285 hours). I put in the water today and it was the first time it has been put in this year. I was told by the previous owner that he has it regularly serviced and it really...
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    2 Stroke Oil under Cowl

    Hey guys, First off, I am not a mechanic and have very little knowledge of engines. My dad and I have a 16ft alumacraft with a mid 90's 60hp Yamaha. The other day, I notice clean 2 stroke oil draining down the outside of the engine. I pulled the Cowl and you could see it pooled in the bottom...
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