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    Cruising RPM's

    I am a first time outboard motor owner. I have a 1995, 115 hp, two stroke, oil injected motor pushing a 24 ft. poontoon boat. I usually cruise around at low RPM's. My question is: what is the max RPM's a motor like this should be driven at for extended periods of time? In other words, if I...
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    3 to 2 wire Trim Motor replacement

    I have an old three wire trim motor that utilizes two solenoids. The replacment motor available is a two wire unit that does away with the solenoids and uses relays. The model number of the new motor is PT 495NK-2 and it comes with the relays. My questions are: has anyone out there ever...
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    Tilt/Trim Inoperative

    I have a 1995, 115 hp Mariner Outboard motor. The Tilt Trim stopped working this weekend. With the cowling pulled, I can hear a clicking sound when I press the up/dn button but nothing else happens. Should I just replace the solenoids or is there something else I can check? Any assistance is...
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