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    Choke for a Holley Carb

    I recently purchased a holley carb for my engine. It came with a red wire for the choke. Do I need to wire this up? The old carb doesn't have one. 1988 305 V8, w/4 brl carb. Thanks for any suggestions.
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    Forgive my ignorance

    I apologize up front for asking such a stupid question, but how in the h*** do I change the oil in my Mercruiser? I recently purchased it (my first I/O) and wanted to look at the basics (oil change, tune ups etc...). I can barely feel something that may be a drain plug but can't see it. I...
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    Slight Tapping sound in V8 Mercruiser

    Hi, I noticed that when my engine warms up, I can hear a slight tapping sound. The engine is a 1989 305 V8 on a 20' Maxum. I was told by several folks who heard it that it sounded like a "lifter". Not being a mechanic I'm not sure how bad this could be. I was told as far as a possible easy...
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    Installing trim gauge on 89 Mercruiser 5.0

    Hello, I want to install a trim gauge on my boat but have never done it (or seen it done for that matter). What will I need in order to do this. I know of course I will need the gauge, some wiring and something to attach to the outdrive. I was curious how the sequence worked. 1.) Trim switch...
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    89 Mercruiser Tilt/Trim

    Hello, I have a 1989 Mercruiser 5.0, the throttle has tilt on 1 side and trim on the other. The tilt (on the right of the throttle) works fine up/down, but the trim (on the left side) works down but not up. It may simply be a lose connection inside the throttle but wanted some advise before I...
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