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    2 stroke oil Canadian Tire

    I've read a lot about 2 stroke oil. Conclusion that I now have is that all oils are not the same. Who knows which one is better?<br /><br />Now my question:<br /><br />I have a brand new 2003 Mercury 90 HP Classic 2stroke.<br /><br />Which Oil should I purchase?<br /><br />Mercury $35/gallon...
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    2 stroke oil Canadian Tire

    I've read a lot about 2 stroke oil. Conclusion that I now have is that all oils are not the same. Who knows which one is better?<br /><br />Now my question:<br /><br />I have a brand new 2003 Mercury 90 HP Classic 2stroke.<br /><br />Which Oil should I purchase?<br /><br />Mercury $35/gallon...
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    Prop Help

    There is a prop on ebay for a mercury that is part number 48 77346A-4 19P and the # from the nut<br />side is 3XK74152.<br /><br />I've checked the merc website but no help. Is this prop a 13 X 19 prop. This is what I'm looking for.<br /><br />Here is the link: <br />...
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    Built in Tank

    Just got a new boat with a classic 90 hp. Boat has a built in tank which is new to me. I'm used to the 6 gallon removable tanks. This boat has a 20 gallon tank.<br /><br />So the question is in the winter (9 months in Canada) what do I do with the tank? No premix.<br /><br />1. Fill it and...
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    Sea Foam where to get it.

    I have searched everywhere and cannot find Sea Foam. I'm in Canada.<br /><br />This included NAPA auto parts.<br /><br />So my next question is about a Canadian Tire product. Canadian Tire brands a product that is used to keep fuel systems clean in small engine applications. It sounds very...
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    2003 Merc 90 classic strange tube

    On this motor at the lower unit there is a small black tube just above the prop and into the gearcase about half way up.<br /><br />So far I only have the owners manual (getting the service manual soon). <br /><br />Any ideas what this tube is?<br /><br />Tx.<br /><br />Joe
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    Underpropped and Tach Setting

    Just got my brand new 17' Cutter on the weekend. It's got a '03 90 hp Classic Merc.<br /><br />I think the motor may be underpropped. At WOT, with a full load (full tank, 4 adults) I turn about 5600 RPM at about 45 MPH.<br /><br />Hole Shot is great and I'm on plane in under 3 seconds. Does...
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    Steering Trim Tab

    Just got a brand new boat and it pulls to the right. The trim tab is dead centre. I've done the before but I forgot which way to adjust the trim tab on the outboard to make the boat go straight.<br /><br />I think it is if the boat pulls right then the trim tab is adjusted to the left. Can...
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    Brand New Motor

    Finally, after wanting a brand new boat for very long time, I finally did it! And I've switched to Mercury A 90hp Classic 2 Stroke. Picking it up on Saturday. 17 foot Cutter Bowrider.<br /><br />Well my questions are :<br /><br />1. What is normal break in? I have a built in tank. I...
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    Towing with a Subaru

    I currently own a 2000 Subaru Outback. Towing capacity is 2000lbs. I'm looking at a boat that weighs exactly 2000lbs with trailer, motor etc. Boat will be towed once to cottage from dealer. About 50 miles. From then forward, it will be towed 100 feet to the water and put in in May and...
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    Water in Bilge

    My boat (1972 surfmaster 15' with 50 hp electric shift 'rude o/b) sits in the water May to October.<br /><br />When I use it, there is always about an inch of water in the bilge. I use a new rubber plug. The boat does not seam to get heavier as the season progresses. It always sits at the...
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    Cutter XLE 169 or Cutter XLE 171?

    Trying to get a handle on which boat would be better for my needs. I'm a cottage owner in Ontario and the boat goes into the water in May and out in early October. I use the boat for fishing and cruising. I've narrowed down my search to two boats and I like them equally:<br /><br />...
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    BOMBI/OMC or a MERC

    I'm in the market for a new boat. Looking at power options. I tend to do most maintenance myself and have kept my 1972 50hp Evinrude running like new for the last few years. I have found this motor to be almost bullet proof and have had good success in getting parts.<br /><br />Now that I'm...
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    Cutter or Nordic

    The Toronto Boat Show is coming up and I want to replace my 15' 72 Surfmaster with a new boat. This boat has a 50 hp and it will barely bring up a skier.<br /><br />I'm looking at the Cutter XLE 169 Weighs 900 lbs. or the Nordic 1610 Weigh 810 lbs. Both boats are priced the same and come with...
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    How much power for tubing?

    I have an older 15' runabout with a '72 50 hp. I have a 50/50 split for tubing. Do I have enough power. With two people I can get to about 32 MPH (radar gun checked) and maintain plane at slightly under 2/3 throttle. I don't have a tach but I think I'm turning proper RPM at WOT. <br /><br...
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    Tilt Trailer

    I have a Gator Tilt Trailer. I've had the 15' boat for three years but only pull it out once a year. My trailer has the tilt mechanism and it works. My question: When would you use the tilt mechanism? I don't go to the ramp to put my boat in/out. I do it at the shore. I sink the trailer...
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    Information on a Surfmaster

    I got into boating by fluke a couple of years ago. Now I can service my motor myself and keep my old boat running like new. I really like my boat but have not been able to get any information on it. Here are the particulars:<br /><br />1973 Surfmaster.<br /><br />Wondering who made it? I'm...
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    My SUV is dying....Can I tow with my accord?

    After 11 wonderful years, my 4runner is losing the battle and it is going to be put out to pasture. I know longer have the need to tow a trailer (RV) as I know have a camp (Cottage in Canada). I have a 70's 15 foot runabout with a 50hp evinrude. I only have to tow this into the water twice a...
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    '72 evinrude 50 hp

    Gents,<br /><br />Been a reader for a while. This board is very, very helpful.<br /><br />My problem: Boat runs great at WOT. When I reduce the throttle, it stalls and very difficult to restart. I have to adjust low speed mixture to get it to start.<br /><br />Do I need a carb rebuild?<br...
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