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  1. SparkieBoat

    2003 F115 speedo tube not pressurizing

    I tested the tube at the foot connection, tube is clear from foot to speedo. but is clogged somewhere in the foot, any ideas how to clear this up?? I have already tried water and air pressure. totally blocked somewhere.
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    2003 F115 Yamaha stalling also would not shut off once

    I have a 2003 F115 Yamaha that cranks and idles perfectly, it also seems to run flawless at WOT and near WOT. But it will shut off or jump and try to cut off when I first accelerate even when not under a load just running in the yard on muffs. When I am running on the river it will also stutter...
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    f115 missing/skipping at mid range RPMs

    I have a 2003 F115 that cranks and idles perfectly and seems perfect at WOT, but it will shut off some when I put it in gear and go to start off, it gets better after the engine is warmed up, then I get a lot of skipping if i try to hold it below 3/4 throttle, after it warms up it gets better...
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    2003 F115 Yammy 25" shaft on a 20" transom. need high lift jackplate

    I just purchased a boat, after purchase I noticed I had a 25" shaft motor on a 20" shaft transom...it ran out pretty good and I just didnt think to even check for this as I assumed it was a factory set up. So now I have a 5" manual jack plate..still need another inch or 2 lift. I will be getting...
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    2003 Sea Pro SV1900, small hull repair and small deck repair, what do I use?

    I just purchased a Sea pro, it has a small chip above the water line in the outer hull about the size of a fingernail. What should I use to repair this? Also I have several nicks and cracks in the deck, what should I use to repair this? also is there a chemical I can wipe onto the deck to...
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    2003 Yamaha F115TXRB..just got it, what should I check/do to it?? also prime RPM rang

    Just got this motor. it seems to run pretty good. it was a little cold natured and shut off on me multiple times backing off the trailer and starting from a dead stop..but then seemed to do better. It got to wide open pretty fast and was up to over 6K RPMS, what is the highest desired RPM range...
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    1989 200HP Johnson Counter rotating..can I put a standard rotating gear housing on it

    I have a 25" 1989 200 HP Johnson Counter Rotating..I can get a 1989 175 HP standard rotating 25" lower unit...any potential problems here?? I am hoping it will bolt up fine.
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    what ever happend to the My Replies link????

    I have been busy last few months and not in here much..just noticed the My replies link is missing. Is there a quicker way to go to my replies with out having to do a forum search for all my post???
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    2003 140HP 4-stroke Suzuki..is this a good engine?

    I have always had Yamahas, Mercs, or OMC...I have 0 experience with Suzuki. I have a chance to buy a 19' bay boat with a 03 4stroke on it. boat appears to be in great shape and engine runs out fine..I can get another 22 boat with a 150 Yamaha EFI..but it is a 2000 model...just curious of the...
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    what is the best Bearing carrier puller??

    I have a Bob Kerr tool. just bent the hooks and snapped one of the slide supports and then snapped the hook. I have seen what look to be sturdier ones out there but they appear to be around $300. anyone know of a good one for under $200
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    1989 200 HP Johnson..loose flywheel magnets

    What is the best way to re-attach the magnets to my flywheel?? When I removed my fly wheel, 2 of the magnets stayed attached to the stator, the other 4 were all loose. Also how can I be sure they are spaced just right?? I can see what appears to be gray paint where several of the magnets should...
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    1989 Johnson 200 HP timer base test

    The reason I am removing the flywheel is to check the magnets/timer base. I have replaced the regulator (CDI), then the motor ran fine for a while, then one side of my power pack quit, after getting proper DVA voltage from the brown stator wires I purchased a new CDI power pack, after installing...
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    1989 Johnson 200 Hp flywheel nut size???

    I tried a 1 5/16 socket which seemed to be too small, it was the largest that I have. I am going to buy a new 1 3/8 socket, I guess that is the right size. Just wanted to make sure before spending the cash and trip to town that I am getting the right socket. Thanks Sparkie
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    1999 115HP Johnson oil alarm will not stop after bypassing vro

    I want to premix my fuel, I disconnected harness coming from vro pump and harness going to oil tank, I am still getting fast beeping from my alarm, tested over heat alarm and it is working fine. any ideas which wire I need to disconnect?? also I have a pre 95 harness (big red plug) on boat...
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    what year model gear cases fit a 1999 130 90 degree carbed Johnson

    I read the secret files section on this and can not seem to find 1999 and up V-4 90 degree motor. I need a used gear case and needed to know what year models will work. it is a 25' shaft if it makes any diff... here is the chart from secret files...
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    I have a B176325 serial # ..what motor do I have??

    this serial number is off of the small round plug on the top of the motor, as the label was not legible. any more info needed just tell me where to look. I am not very familiar with mercs and basically think the serial number thing totally sucks, it is way too confusing. the cowl has been sanded...
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    1985 150 Merc. runs poorly until warm and overheats

    My friend has a 1985ish 150 Merc. I have not run the serial numbers yet but I think year is about right. I do not have much experience with mercs..mostly been working on OMCs. His motor runs poorly and overheats until motor has been run for a little while..after motor has been run for a little...
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    what is shift rod height/ 1986 200 Johnson 25"

    I need to know the shift rod height for a 1986 200 Johnny with a 25" shaft. from housing to center of top rod eye. Thanks
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    1989 200 Johnson stator leaking

    I have been having trouble starting the motor, once it starts it runs great. I suspect my stator may be going out. When I checked it, it was putting out about 180 on one side and 200 on the other side, it cranked right up after that check and ran fine. it seems like it just is not getting fire...
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    1987 150 what parts are interchangeable with 2000 150 XR6 ?

    I am not very knowledgeable about Mercs. But I do know that they are a lot better about being interchangeable than OMC motors. I have a 1987 150 that needs a stator, I also know where a 2000 150 XR6 is with a slung rod. What parts could be interchanged between the 2 motors if any??? I am hoping...
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