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    Caught a few.

    The kids are not too happy though...<br /><br />
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    1992 25hp Johnson Oil/Gas RATIO

    Don't normally post here.. But on a Johnson owners behalf, would anyone know the pre-mix ratio for the above.<br />I hear there were a few different ratios during this era.
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    One for Clams.

    Clams<br />I have been asking this question for EVER. :eek: <br />Do you know what paint schemes they used for various year Mercs ? I have been trying to figure this out for ages. I am conversant with S/N's as my Australian Merc has a No starting with 8* Whereas USA are 4,5,6...
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    Strange Beast

    Have a look at this odd looking piece of machinery.. No prop damage or grounding problems here :confused: :confused: <br /><br /> http://www.smalloutboards.com/images/pumpjet/inner-blade.jpg
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    80's Merc Speedometer

    Any Idea how they work ?
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    Flushing small Suzuki

    When I flush my 6 HP Suzuki, I need to lower it into a deep bucket. Is there such an animal as a small scale set of muffs. The L/U has a water pickup on the sides and right under the cavitation plate ?
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    Suzki DT-6 Flooded ?

    I have an '86 Suzuki 6 - 2 Cyl. It is used as a auxiliary and is not run very often, although I do make a habit of starting it every 4 weeks with fresh fuel. It is always a great starter with just a slight bulb squeeze and a few pulls. But..<br />I took the boat away 5 weeks ago and connected up...
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    Hydrofoil on 50hp Merc

    I recently bolted a plastic Hyrofoil on my 81 50hp 4 cyl Merc. Haven't had the chance to try it yet, (Working, Domestics etc) :( But what do guys think I should expect ?<br />This is roughly how the 14ft F/Glass boat performed without the foil.<br />3000 RPM @8-9knots against a fairly...
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    Paintless Propellor

    I have tried several times to paint the fin and prop of my Outboard. I have sanded it back to metal, used "Etch" Primer and OB paint, only to have the propellor tips and 2" of the base of the fin stripped back to metal by the sand and water. I was almost ready to give up when I thought that if I...
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    See Ya's

    Just in case anyone cares..<br />I will not be around for a while. :( <br />Taking the boat and going on a bit of a trip to where the fish are biting and the sun is warm..<br />As the great man (Mr Bush) is visiting here at the moment.. I may ask him along.. Texan's are always welcome...
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    Painted Merc50 Lower unit

    Well after a few attempts with ordinary Car primer and topcoat (Nitro laquer) I finally hand (wet and dry) sanded my L/U down to the BARE alloy.. :mad: <br />Gave it some liberal coats of Etch Primer.. <br />and some nice shiney Phantom Black Merc Acrylic laquer..<br />Looks a million bucks...
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    Stabiliser/Hydrofoil for '81 Merc

    What benefits could I expect from a Stabiliser attached to my motor ?<br />It is a 14ft Fibreglass boat. Motor has manual trim.. I don't go very fast (Scares the passengers), but I heard that they can be beneficial on small motors.<br /> http://www.whitworths.com.au/products/36582_lg.jpg
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    Wheel diameter

    I have a trailer (Australian Dunbier) with 12" wheels, and radial tyres. I am about to travel @2000km on good surface roads. I can't replace these wheels with larger diam to reduce friction due to Carport clearance, mudguard clearance, roat ramp launch height. Is there anything I should do to...
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    STARTING Merc 50 after fishing

    Took out my boat the other day (81 50HP 4cyl Merc). Anchored and fished for 40min.<br />Tried to start motor with no choke or bulb squeeze, and it didn't start straight away,<br />and after about 3 20 second cranking attempts, I turned the key to "start" and there was nothing.<br />No Solonoid...
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    How much L/U Oil Merc50 ?

    Good morning Iboaters (Late Sat nite here :D )<br /><br />Had my boat out on Port Phillip Bay Melbourne today, and upon return,I drained my L/U on my 81 Merc50.It came out clean and green, with apparently no water or metal as far as I can see.<br />Anyone know how much it takes ?? :confused...
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    Steel tank v Plastic

    Started restoring my'70's Mercury portable fuel tanks. They are the red steel type with fuel gauge and Merc fuel pickup. After orbital sanding rust from around the base (outside) and relacing gasket etc, I looked inside to find a small amout of fuel, absolutely soiled with what looks like rust...
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    How WOT why ?

    I notice by reading through most posts, that most boaters want to run their boats at WOT or flat out. When they can't get 5,500 RPM out of their engines, they tend to panic and look for ways to get that lttle extra power and speed. Maybe I'm missing something, but I like to go slow and soak up...
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    Merc pressure/temp gauge?

    My early 80's 50hp Merc has a tube coming from the head and I think it's attached to a pressure gauge on the dash.<br />I assume it's for water pressure from the pump.<br />Along the line, it has what appears to be a car tube valve on a Tee piece. What is this valve for ? Is it to release any...
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    Quicksilver (Merc) Fuel Stabiliser

    What is the view on Quicksliver Fuel additive for the purpose of keeping the fuel clean on Merc 2 strokes using pre-mix ?<br />Label says " removes gum,water, and stabilises fuel"<br />In the off season, we get the occasional fine day so no "Winterising" needed. Motor may sit for max 4 weeks and...
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    Fuel/Air Running Lean or Rich

    I have a 1982 Merc 4 cyl (Twin carbs). It is running fine at the moment, but I have heard that these motors, can "Run lean" in 1 carb and burn pistons etc.<br />How would I know when it starts running lean ?<br />I don't want to start pulling carbs apart and panicking about a problem that isn't...
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