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  1. Augoose

    Another Shift interrupter question

    I have a '89 Mercruiser 4.3 with Alpha 1 outdrive. After reading the "shift interrupter" sticky as well as several other threads, I'm confident that this is where my problem is. To help me better understand the situation and properly troubleshoot, I have a couple of questions. According to the...
  2. Augoose

    My new (to me) '89 Caravelle 202 ES

    Just bought it last week. Superb condition for 21 years old. NADA listed a low retail, which I don't think applies here due to the condition of the boat, of $3,010 and a high retail of $3,385. I picked it up, with trailer, for $2500. I took it out for several hours over the weekend and only had...
  3. Augoose

    Used boat buying guidance needed please

    All things engine maintenance and interior condition being equal (I have to assume that at this point and no indication otherwise so far), does anyone recommend one over the other? 1987 18 ft. Eurosport 1, 4.3 V6 or 1989 Caravelle Elegante' ES 202 (20 feet) 4.3 mercury V6 , 205 HP Alpha...
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    1980's Johnson Outboard - hp unknown

    It appears that my assist cylinder which aids in raising and lowering the trim has seized. When I rotate the lever on the steering arm towards the stern, or towards the bow for that matter, it does not allow the engine to raise or lower. I've got about 2-3 inches of play up and down, and that's...
  5. Augoose

    Holy cow, it actually started....

    Per another post, I have a Johnson or Evinrude outboard that has yet to be identified. It has been sitting outside for at least 5 years but according to the PO, it was running when he parked it. I was doubtful, but there was a bright and shiny new prop on it when I got it, so my thoughts were...
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    Mercruiser Alpha 1 Compression test question

    Hello, does anyone know what size adapter needed to run a compression test on a 1989 3.0 Alpha 1? The only one I have right now reads "M14LR". Something tells me I'm not lucky enough to already have the right one! Thanks
  7. Augoose

    Question about a possible upcoming purchase - ford 2.3 cyl w/ problem

    Hey all, I'm a newbie and looking at buying a project boat. I've recently restored a Jeep CJ7 from the frame up and now want to try my hand at a long time dream - being a boat owner. My budget is small but I have a handyman's intent for a fixer-uper, and I think I have found a potential...
  8. Augoose

    Anyone identify this outboard

    Hello! I'm new to the forum and have a High Tide fiberglass fishing boat with an outboard. I've done some work on the boat itself and have got it in fairly nice shape but I haven't begun to tackle the outboard yet. I want to pick up some repair manuals so I can dig into it and try and get it...
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