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    Shifter pulled out of lower unit

    Hello, I was changing the water impeller on lower unit. When all of the bolts were out, the lower unit dropped about 1/2 of an inch and and got stuck. I was spraying with oil for 2 days, finally today it gave away. The only thing is the gear shifter came out of the lower unit. How do I fix...
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    1981 BMC drain plug

    Hello, I need help finding a drain plug for my BMC bass boat. I just purchased the boat and the drain plug is missing. 1 inch is too small and 1 1/4 is way too big. What size should I go with? My local store does not carry anything in between. Any suggestions appreciated.
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    Power trim and tilt on 1150

    I am trying to test the ptt system, nothing happens when I hit switch on mercontrol. I checked the voltage at the unit it self and I am getting 12 v. I put a jump wire across the two large connection on the solenoid and the motor ran. I also checked the voltage going from the ground and the...
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    Low compression on all cylinders

    I have a 1975 Mercury 1150 115 hp, the previous owner claims in was running 1.5 years ago when he parked the boat. I just did a compression test and all of the cylinders were between 72 and 85 psi. Should I try something like ring free or what should be the next step? I am wondering if I should...
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    Hydraulic cylinder

    Hello, I am working on a new to me 1975 Mercury 1150 115 hp. The hydraulic cylinder on tilt and trim are really corroded, can the bottom parts be replaced or do I have to get new/used cylinders? Sn 4238983
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