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    Is VRO adjustable?

    Hi, Is the oil injection system on a 2003 Merc 75 adjustable? Thanks for any info.
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    Dashboard Tachometer...how accurate??

    On my boat (see signature) , how accurate is the factory tach? Should I have a different tach for seeing my true RPM's for prop selection? I currently am getting 4900 RPM's on my 2003 Mercury 75hp. Manual says 4750-5250 rpms is the range. Does this sound like I need a lower pitch prop? I...
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    Broke-In Motor

    Hi, At how many hours does a new motor break in or is considered broken in? Thanks for any info.
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    Why do some use surface gap plugs?

    How come some motors use surface gap spark plugs? Is there any benefit over the arch type? Thanks for any info.
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    Do I change plugs after break in??

    Hi, (2003 75hp Mercury) After how many hours would my new motor be broken in at? I put 5 hours on it this past Friday. Also should I change the spark plugs after break in? Thanks for any info.
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    What is gas tank made out of?

    Hi, In my 2000 Fisher Avenger sport 16 aluminum, what is the onboard gas tank made out of? Thanks for any info.
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    What is my gas tank made from??

    On a 2000 Fisher 16 Avenger Sport aluminum, what is the onboard fuel tank made from? Thanks for any info.
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    Water exits on ear muffs?

    Is water supposed to come out of the shift linkage area at the lower unit when running on the muffs? Thanks for any info<br /><br />2003 75hp merc
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    What does 20 hours inspection consist of?

    Is the 20 hour inspection on a new motor required?, or is the dealer just looking the motor over for obvious flaws? I do all of my own maintenance as it is, so can I do the 20 hour myself? Thanks for any info.
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    Black Max prop pitch ok you think?

    The dealer put a 21 pitch Black Max Mercury prop on my new motor ('03 75 merc). Is this a "tall" pitch or a "low end" pitch. He said it is a middle of the road for best overall performance. Thanks for any input.
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    Quick shift linkage question....

    On my new 75 Hp Merc (2003), I noticed that on the muffs in my driveway, some water comes out of the shifter linkage that enters the lower unit. I think I heard on this board that this is ok on the muffs. I just want to be sure before venturing out onto the water . Thanks
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    Got my new 75hp! How to break in properly?

    I had to drive pretty far (60 miles each way), but the dealer got me in and out in 5 hours today for my 2000 40hp merc to 2003 75hp Merc repower. They also gave me an additional $200 off because my trade was extra clean.<br /><br />How can i break my motor in properly? The manual just says to...
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    Does this repower price seem fair??

    Hi, Does $3800 out the door sound right for a repower from a 2000 40HP Merc to a 2003 75HP Merc? The $3800 price includes allowance for my 40hp trade in, and all labor and sales taxes and a new prop. Does this sound fair? Thanks for any info.
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    Aluminum boat bottom looks?

    Hi, I have a 2000 16 Avenger Sport made by Fisher. The hull is welded. On the bottom of the boat, should I be able to see what looks like the inside support pieces, protruding out of the bottom of the hull a little? It isn't looking like it is going to "pop" through or anything, but I can see...
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    How do impellers work?

    I noticed alot of posters on here suggesting impeller replacement every 2 years or so. How come? Do they break or wear out quickly? What are they made from on Mercurys? How are they driven? Thanks for any info.
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    How to sell outboard on iboats?

    How would I sell my outboard on this forum? Thanks
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    Fair trade-in price??

    Hi, The dealer offered me $2500 for my 2000 40hp Mercury 3 cylinder in mint condition. It has power trim and is a remote steering model. Does this sound like a fair price on a trade in? Thanks for any info.
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    HP ratings....Whats it all mean??

    Hi, When a boat says it's max HP is 75hp, does this mean the max weight the transom will support is a 75hp motor, or does it have to do with safe speed and handling? Thanks for any info.
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    Repowering Trivia

    Hi, I recently bought a 16 foot Fisher Avenger Sport aluminum. It came with a 40hp Merc. It is lacking and feels underpowered to me. The boat is rated at a 75hp. My question is, will a 75hp make a huge difference or just a minimal difference? Will it have more "zip" than a 40hp? I currently get...
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    How to decarb?

    Where can I but the fuel additive to decarb my motor? How often should it be done? I have a 2000 Merc 40 with around 55 hours on it. Thanks
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