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    Help with selecting the right prop before I blow up my motor.

    I have a 1997 Merc 40HP 4 cylinder 2 stroke that is on a 14ft RIB inflatable. Total weight with me in the boat is approx 700lbs The current prop is 10 1/2" dia. 13 pitch. WOT the tach is red lining at over 6000 rpms :eek: I am trying to figure what prop I need to get me in the 5000 to 5500 rpm...
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    Need help with Tach setting number of pulses for my motor 40HP

    I'm installing a new tach. What are the # of Pulses for my 1997 Mercury it's a 40 HP 2 stroke 4 cylinder. Model 40ELO Ser# 0G483208.
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    Electrical problem "small current drain"

    I have an issue with my 1997 Mercury it's a 40 HP 2 stroke 4 cylinder. Model 40ELO Ser# 0G483208. I have a small current drain "3.2ma" I have isolated it to the Rectifier/Regulator. When I disconnect the red wires on the rectifier the problem stops. The rectifier has 2 yellow, 2 red and 1 gray...
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    Suggestion for a used small outbord 8 to 15HP

    I have never owned an outboard motor. I currently have a 20' Wellcraft Steplift V20 with a 470 mercruiser I/O. I want to get a used outboard kicker for it 10 to 15HP. My boat has an outboard bracket on it rated for Max 15HP. Reliability is my key concern. I am open to suggestions as I don't...
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