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    Water Pump photos (Non brand specific)

    Thought I'd post them here for the mods to decide.<br />Hoos yur Daddy posted them in Photo web host site.<br />They are very good.<br /> http://www.myfishingpictures.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&stype=1&si=pump
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    Water Pump Sequence photos

    For those interested. Hoo's yer Daddy was considerate enough to upload these. They are really good.<br />Good on ya mate... :eek: <br /> http://www.myfishingpictures.com/showgallery.php?cat=500&stype=1&si=pump
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    IBOATS Who, when, Where ???

    Is there a history of this site ? Like who is the founder, when was it set up and how many members do we have ? How many countries log on ??
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    IBOATS Who, when, Where ???

    Is there a history of this site ? Like who is the founder, when was it set up and how many members do we have ? How many countries log on ??
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    2 Stroke OIL MIX CHART

    Found this on the WEB<br />The quetion comes up a LOT...<br />What is the mix for my motor ??? :D <br /><br /> http://www.goa-northcoastoil.com/tips/obmixing.html
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    Show us yer boat..

    How about you all post up a pic of your pride and joy ???? :D <br />Instructions are on the site.<br />This is our 80's Unicorn with 50hp '80 Merc and Suzi 6 Aux.<br /> <br /> <br /><br /> <br /><br /> <br /><br />
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    80's Merc info

    Does anyone know where to get some history on Mercs (websites) through the '80s ? For eg , when they changed decals, No cylinders etc ?<br />I've seen some good stuff on Chrysler (1981 brochure) but more interested in Mercs.
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    transom drain hole

    my boat has a drainage hole at the base of the engine well (probably not uncommom).<br />The first time I launched it, when I stood at the stern to lower the motor, water came into the well and I dropped the fuel connector in the water. Is it feasable to put a removable rubber bung in the hole...
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    Multi testers

    Im relatively new to boat motors, but learning quickly, thanks to the likes of Iboats and a few tech manuals.<br />I own early 80's Merc and upon reading through the Clymer manual in my spare time :( <br />(Yes.... get a life Andy...)<br /><br />I noticed that a lot of testing can be done by...
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    Good Site (Not opposition)

    This is a good site, and not really a competitor to iboats. But if it needs moderation.. I'm sure it will be dealt with :D <br /><br /> http://www.yachtsurvey.com/boatreviews/
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    Octane - (Australia)

    I have an early 80's 50 Merc 4 (Inline) and I run it on Shell lead free fuel (50:1) <br />A Merc repairer advsed me to use Shell Optimax premuim unleaded. The only difference (as far as I know) is that Lead free is 91 Octane and Optimax is 96. The manual specifies above 86 :confused: <br...
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    Good 'Ol U S of A

    There is a product called Liquid 'Lectric tape. (In a tube or bottle) which is made in USA and is now available here Downunder.. It's a GREAT product for insulating wires and sealing exposed wiring and connections. Beats the heck out of plastic tape.. ;) <br /><br />...
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    Car Fuel filter

    Is there any particular problem with using a car fuel filter in the fuel line for an outboard ?<br />This is pre-mixed fuel @50:1.<br />The boat filters were $35.00 and the car one $5:00 and look to be nearly the same.<br />The fuel flow seems not to be impeded in any way when it is connected..
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    Mercontrol diagram

    I have a copy of the Clymer manual which suits Mercs from 60's to mid 80's<br />There is no mention of the :"remote control" or Mercontrol in the book anywhere.<br />I have and early 80's 50 hp with the control witch has the black electric choke button<br />on top and the "fast idle" lever on...
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    Short circuit damage ?

    Merc 50 @1980 model Distributorless ignition.<br /><br />I had ignition on and was testing electric choke<br />soloniod by running jumper cable from positive battery terminal to choke.<br />The soloniod kicked in OK meaning the problem was in the switch.<br />As I removed the probe, it lightly...
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    Merc Controller

    Have early 80's Merc 50.<br /><br />When I put the lever forward, the forward gear engages no problem, but doesn't start to rev until pushed another 2". So the whole system seems to need some sort of adjustment.<br />Full forward throttle is more than horizontal, it's another 2" forward.<br />In...
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    WOT

    Ok Smarties..<br /><br />WOT does W.O.T mean in Boat terminology ??<br /><br />I give up. :confused:
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    Trolling techique.

    I read somewhere that it is possible to engage a "kicker" of 8-15hp in the water. Lock it to go straight., and use the main motor leg to steer the boat.<br />Saves you having to use the tiller and see where you are going.<br />Has anyone tried this !!!<br />Does it give you a bit of control...
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    Mercurys

    I see a lot of posts on here relating to Mercs.<br />How do older Mercs rate compared to other Mfrs?<br />Were there good and bad years or no of cyls ??<br />I know everyone has likes and dislikes and I've seen a lot of negativity towards some brand names.<br />I own a 4 cyl Merc made between...
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    http://www.outboardrepairs.com

    A silly question.<br /><br />How do you post to the above segment of iboats ?<br />There are '000s of posts, but I can never reply to them. :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:
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