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    Is some water in the bilge expected, or an obvious problem?

    Re: Is some water in the bilge expected, or an obvious problem? Here's a picture of my thermostat: Looks like a thermostat inside of a coupling??? Is this normal, or was it stripped? Which do I remove? Also, can I simulate sending the specified amount of ohms to the gauge to see of it...
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    Is some water in the bilge expected, or an obvious problem?

    Re: Is some water in the bilge expected, or an obvious problem? Engine is a 4.3 Alpha I Gen II. The original was also a 4.3, but had a cracked head and replaced 2-3 years ago with the 4bbl 4.3 engine. drive SN: 0L102679 1.63R is stamped in, but 1.81R is hand written next to it. Transom...
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    Is some water in the bilge expected, or an obvious problem?

    Mercruiser 4.3... took it out yesterday and surprising to me, while docked, the bilge fired up pumped out a quart or so of water. I kept checking and could tell the bilge area had been wet, but never saw much water accumulate. To be safe, I switched the bilge pump on a few times...
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    does "Requires hub kit for installation" mean "quick change compatible"?

    does "Requires hub kit for installation" mean "quick change compatible"? I'm replacing the existing 14.5 P19 on my Mercruiser 4.3 .... the old one worked fine (before the rocks). I have a quick change hub on now. I just want to make sure I ask the right question and don't buy a prop that...
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    Is it safe to store boat in garage w/H2O heater???

    I see a lot I people storing their boat in their garage. I know that running the blower is critical for safety before starting. We obviously keep our cars in the garage. No problem. So, what is different about boats? In have a 1999 stingray 190lx with mercruiser 4.3. Can they be...
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    Bow eye over or under bow stop?

    Stingray 190lx. Previous owner had it trailered with bow eye under the bow stop. Is that correct or should it be on top of the stop? Thanks?
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    Propeller+rocks=???

    I biffed it. Ran over a mountain of rocks on the river. Prop is toast. I've got a 1916p19 quicksilver prop on it now. What's a reasonable replacement cost? As I'm on vacation, I want to get it replaced now and shopping for a used one is not a possibility. Any comments welcome, but...
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    1971 Glastron v156 w/1987 Force 85hp - Value?

    Hey all, thanks, and sorry if I wasn't supposed to post here. I looked for a "what's it worth" section :)
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    '87 Force85: Questions while replacing water pump

    Re: '87 Force85: Questions while replacing water pump regarding the prop: I inherited the boat. It's a '71 Glasstron open bow, with a replaced 1987 Force 85HP. It came with the Michigan prop that is on it now, with the photo above and the markings: 13 R 19 MWC 24?G Range for this motor...
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    '87 Force 85hp - should trailer bracket be removed when not trailering?

    No power trim. I use the trailering bracket when trailering. I have been pivoting it out of the way when the boat is in the water. My problem is that when the trailering bracket is just rotated out of the way, the reverse clamp does not snap into place on the trim lock bar without coercion...
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    how to adjust throttle lever poistion for force 85?

    Re: how to adjust throttle lever poistion for force 85? The interlock switch is being pressed cleanly when in neutral. The throttle cam in the control box does not engage until the throttle lever is far forward. That's where the play seems to occur. It doesn't seem like the an adjustment...
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    how to adjust throttle lever poistion for force 85?

    Re: how to adjust throttle lever poistion for force 85? Thanks! Here's a photo. Can you point me to the "large spring loaded quick-connect for the throttle"? This photo is in neutral. When I move the throttle lever forward, the shifter (top red cable) engages until the lever is at about...
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    how to adjust throttle lever poistion for force 85?

    The throttle lever has to be pushed forward almost 60 degrees before the throttle starts to engage, and then WOT is at 90degrees. I would like to adjust it so that the acceleration is more gradual, or at least starts when the lever is closer to the mid position. What is the proper adjustment...
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    '87 Force85: Questions while replacing water pump

    Many people have warned me about the impeller and seal... so I decided to inspect/repair. I would appreciate any feedback on my findings... I removed the water pump and will replace the impeller and housing. The inside looked a bit rough: I think I should replace the gear oil, or at least...
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    I just inheirited a classic, but have noobie questions...

    it's a 1971 Glasstron with a 1985 Force 85, kept in garage and was started about 3-4 months ago. It was really well taken care of. Seems to be in great shape, and I expect it should run. I can't afford to put a lot of cash into this, but would love to take my kids out on the water. the key...
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