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    1996 Johnson 25hp Lower Unit Compatibility

    Howdy fellas I just took a gamble on a 1996 Johnson 25hp for $50 and found that the lower unit is locked up. The rest of the motor seems to be in decent shape. There is minor rust on the fly wheel and the amateur assembly in the starter motor seems to be pretty rusted. I don't have a wealth...
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    What year is this Mariner 40hp?

    I found a guy that's wanting to trade his 1990 Mariner 40hp Magnum for my 1983 Merc 70hp.* Currently trying to work out details of the trade. Serial # OC168568 Is this a 1990? Is it Mercury built or Yamaha? I've read some great things about these motors and not much negative but would love...
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    Horsepower Rating Estimation. Am I overpowering?

    Hey all, I just purchased a new skiff and want to throw my 1983ish Merc 70hp on it. However, there are a couple of problems that I've identified that I'd like to ask y'all about. The hull is a 2009 and rated for up to 50hp. A couple of justifications for thinking my 70 will be fine hanging on...
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    Where is the serial number on my Merc!?

    Hey guys, I am trying to get all of my paper work squared away to register my boat in Texas and I'm having a hell of a time trying to find the serial number on my mercury outboard. I purchased it in TN where they don't require a separate title for the motor so I don't have any previous paper...
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    New Member and New Project (Lots of Pics)

    Well I've been lurking a couple of different boat restoration sites for awhile now and I think I'm ready to take on my first project (hopefully with lots of direction provided by all of you fine folks). The hull I'm working with is an oldie (tidecraft?) that my father bought when he was younger...
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