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  1. CaptainMak

    Looking to loan drive alignment tool near Atlanta

    Looking to loan an alignment tool in the Atlanta area. Would bring a six pack in exchange ?!
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    Tough spots on vinyl that vinyl "cleaners" don't clean

    Any tips or tricks removing really stubborn stains on vinyl seats, pad ? Any products out there that really work ?
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    What is the trick to find an elusive oil leak ?

    Re: What is the trick to find an elusive oil leak ? Well, had some time today to dink around the engine and being an impatient guy that I am, went ahead and got the intake manifold off, put on new gaskets and hi-temp RTV silicone, and bolted the baby back up again. Didn't have a chance to...
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    What is the trick to find an elusive oil leak ?

    Every time we go out on the lake and pull the plug at the end of the day, we get oil/water mix coming out. It's hard to tell how much of it is oil, but if I had to guess, probably about 1/3 quart of oil (plus the water). Is there any tip or trick that I can do to find the mysterious leak ...
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    Stingray 220 LX takes over 30 seconds to get on plane

    In the process of buying a used 2001 Stingray 220LX with a new 5.0 Merc in it with only 30 hrs on it. Took it to lake test it, and the thing took about 45 seconds to get up on plane. Is this normal for this boat ? The widow of the original owner says it has always done this from day one...
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    Quick Pertronix question (coil/module voltage)

    Someone please clarify this for me. Installed the Pertronix unit on my 165 HP engine and connected the module wires right to the coil terminals (+ and -). The boat starts and idles fine when cold. (when hot, it's a different story, again) Then I found out that there is definitely less than...
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    Another ticking question

    1977 Mercruiser 165Hp 4.1 Litre. Just went to start it on the hose to get ready for this weekend, and immediately noticed a ticking sound. The ticking noise speeds up with throttle. To the best of my ability (with a piece of pvc pipe( I was able to isolate the noise to somewhere near the 5th...
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    what's the function of resistor wire on coil ?

    installing pertronix ignition , and was just wondering why the coil needs a resistor wire ? is it to protect the points from frying out ?
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    clicking sound at mid-RPM's. Gen-1 drive, 165 HP

    After a hard run, dropping RPM's to about 1500-2000, I hear clicking sounds at the stern. I boat with kids and wife, so getting an accurate location is nearly impossible. The clicking sounds are identical to a starter bendix engaging and its erratic. Any suggestions where to start looking...
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    What does "preliminary idle mixture" mean ?

    The manual says that my 165HP 6 cyl carb (2bbl rochester with 2 adjustment screws) is set at 1-1/4 turns preliminary idle mixture ? Does this mean both of the bottom screws have to be seated all the way in and then backed out 1-1/4 turns for proper operation ? Just trying to figure out if the...
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    F*ed up... pulled drive in NEUTRAL. No reverse, just grinds.

    Sighhh.... another dumb as$ mistake. :facepalm::facepalm::facepalm: Pulled the drive to change all the bellows last night, everything is on, looks nice ! Went to start the engine and noticed that I forgot to push in the button on the control to engage the drive (although the shifter was in...
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    How does one know if their shift cable is going ?

    Just wondering. About to replace the bellows and wanted to know how to check for a bad or going shift cable. What to check for ?
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    powerball - tube tow rope ball

    Just wondering if anyone uses the powerball tube rope ball or something similar ? got line drag on turns because the rope is low on our boat. The ball seems like something that would cure this. Any comments appreciated.
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    Centrifugal Slinger - WHAT'S IT FOR ?!?!

    First time replacing impeller and noticed that the centrifugal slinger was NOT installed by the previous owner. It might have fallen off or something, but I didn't find it anywhere. ****EDIT--- amazing what the advanced search came up with. sorry for wasting your time. Looks like it just...
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    Is this the reason for my overheating ???? *** PIC INCLUDED ***

    Recently boat started overheating at low RPM. At almost WOT, it stays about 140* but while idling or anything below 75% WOT it starts creeping up. I believe the reason is because I ran the motor without muffs for about 20 seconds in the back yard once. But I don't know. So I took the...
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    Water in bilge... possible Gimbal Housing gasket bad ?!

    Being a first year boater, (read newb), I started to take the boat out out of water on a ramp, then realized that the drive was down. By then it was too late, and when I lifted the drive up and pulled the boat out of the water, one of the prop blades was broken off 1/4 of it. Please don't...
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    Older Merc 165 hard to start after a hard run, runs rough, dies

    Re: Older Merc 165 hard to start after a hard run, runs rough, dies Finally had a chance to check out the choke operation. At cold, it was open about 1/16'' which seemed like it was just right. Upon further investigation of the heat rise tube though, I noticed that it became detached from...
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    Starter Brand Question-- Delco Remy vs Wilson

    Found a couple of marine starters for my '77 165 HP motor at the local auto parts stores. One has a Wilson for $146 (reman), the other is selling a Delco Remy for $149 (new). Anyone have any experiences with these brands ? Good, Bad, OK ?
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    Tri-Hull Club...Yes? No? Maybe?

    Re: Tri-Hull Club...Yes? No? Maybe? Can I get in ? Just got this 1977 Masterline 17' with a Mercruiser 165 HP inline 6. All original interior in pretty good shape. ****If anyone knows anything about these boats, PM me ! I can't find ANY info on this boat****
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    Older Merc 165 hard to start after a hard run, runs rough, dies

    Hi, I'm new to this forum as well as boating. So happy I found this forum! Just purchased our first boat for the family a couple of days ago after my kids almost disowned me if I didn't. Took it on the water today. Started up like a charm, idled nice and smooth at about 600 rpm. Had the...
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