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    Throttle Cable Issue

    I recently rebuilt the lower unit on my 73 Chrysler 55hp as well as installed a new shift cable. After I installed the shift cable (with the lower unit off) I tested the motion of both cables by moving the throttle handle forwards and backwards and both cables moved freely and moved the right...
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    Motor wont start, any ideas?

    Hey all, So recently I purchased an older motor ('73 Chrysler 55 hp) that was working when I bought it. I witnessed it running on a stand before I installed it on my boat. After purchasing it I replaced the seals in the lower unit and put everything back together. Got the boat in the water...
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    Chrysler Lower Unit Shift Rod Seal

    Hey all, I'm having issues with my lower unit to my '73 Chrysler in regards to installing a new shift rod seal. Attached are pictures of my lower unit and the shift rod seal included in the seal kit for my model. My issue is that the seal is snug on the shift rod and moves up and down with it...
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    1973 Chrysler 55 HP Shift Cable Problem

    Hey all, I have an issue that's going on with my control box that's not allowing me to shift gears. When I bought the motor and controls there was no shift cable (which I purchased). The cable hooks up fine to the motor but there is no piece in the control box that clamps the shift cable like...
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    Chrysler 1973 55 HP Lower Unit Seals - Need Help!

    Hey all, I recently acquired a 1973 Chrysler 55 hp (model 559HF) outboard. Everything is great with the motor, it just needed a new impeller and lower unit seals. I purchased a lower unit seal kit but I've run into a couple of concerns while installing them I need some help with. The first one...
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