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    Mercury 1987 150 XR2 dies when put into gear

    I just rebuilt the carbs, fuel pump, impeller, compression checked 125 on all cylinders. Idles great...starts great...dies when I put into gear to get off trailer... Could the floats be set wrong...They are near level with a very slight hang when upside down. I can adjust the idle higher and...
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    1987 Mercury Black Max 150 XR2 issues

    I just bought a 1987 Ebbtide with 1987 Mercury Black Max 150 XR2 for a good deal. Everything had been babied but it hasn't been ran but once in the last 2 years...Lake tested today and here are the issues...Please help diagnose. #1 - Engine starts everytime and idles fine, but cuts out when...
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    1992 Evinrude E6RENM Lower Unit

    Will this lower unit fit my Evinrude 6 HP? Evinrude Johnson 4 5HP 5HP 6hp 7 5HP 8HP Outboard Motor Lower Unit Gearcase | eBay Everything looks the same but I am curious if the shift rod and drive will be compatable. It states it is for a 1983 4.5 hp.
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    1975 Chrysler 459he 45 hp running issue

    Just bought a boat with a 45 hp Chrysler which was not running. I have installed a starter, solenoid, carb kit, fuel pump kit, new gas tank, new fuel line and bulb, new battery, fresh fuel, lower unit lube, impellar, and spark plugs. The motor fires off everytime while being choked, and will...
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