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    New Tohatsu TLDI 90 Issues

    Hi, I have a problem with my 2015 Tohatsu 90hp and was hoping to find an easy fix before I have to take it to the dealer. First, there is a clattering sound when running the engine at idle "trolling" speed. Its definitely not a lower unit sound, it sounds like plastic vibrating somewhere but I...
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    Evinrude 150 prop selection

    Hey guys, Over the winter I rebuilt a 1973 Mako 19 and then bought a 1998 Evinrude Ocean Pro 150 hp. It seems like boat should move a little faster with this power. With a 15x15 aluminum prop, I could achieve the max rpm at 5700 but only 34 mph. With a stainless 15x17 prop which is what I am...
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    1998 Evinrude 150 Performance

    Hey guys, Over the winter I rebuilt a 1973 Mako 19 and then bought a 1998 Evinrude Ocean Pro 150 hp. It seems like boat should move a little faster with this power. With a 15x15 aluminum prop, I could achieve the max rpm at 5700 but only 34 mph. With a stainless 15x17 prop which is what I...
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    1998 Evinrude 150 Ocean Pro Fuel Restriction

    Hey guys, I have been having a tough time getting this issue figured out. I'm just going to copy and paste what I posted in a couple other forums because I'm running late for work! I am wondering if anyone here has a similar pickup on their fuel tank? An aluminum tube comes out of the top of...
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    1973 Mako 19 Restore

    This spring, I bought a 1973 Mako 19 with intentions of restoring it this winter. I figured I would enjoy it for the summer and find an indoor space to work on it through the winter. The engine has had some issues since I started using it and after adding a water pump, t-stats, and some other...
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