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    Temp Gauge Bad?

    On my 2002 60hp merc outboard, the temp guage doesn't work. Per a previous thread, I applied 12v to gauge and it pegged all the way to the right as it should. Reconnected the sender wire and turned on the ignition. Checked voltage at the sender terminal on the gauge and had 9.5v, engine cold...
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    Temp Gauge Bad?

    On my 2002 60hp merc outboard, the temp guage doesn't work. Per a previous thread, I applied 12v to gauge and it pegged all the way to the right as it should. Reconnected the sender wire and turned on the ignition. Checked voltage at the sender terminal on the gauge and had 9.5v, engine...
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    Minnkota AT Sensitive Foot Pedal

    I just installed a Minnkota All Terrain bow mount trolling motor (used) on my 16' boat. When the foot pedal is pushed about half way down when making a turn, the pedal just keeps going down on its own even with your foot removed ( in other words way too sensitive). Impossible to control even...
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    60 HP 4 Stroke has sat a while/carbs dirty?

    I just bought a 60hp Merc 4 stroke, 2001 (carburated). Motor starts idles pretty good, but bogs and dies when given any any more than 1/4 throttle. It hadn't been run for 6 months and the gas was not run out the engine prior to shutdown. I suspect gummed up carbs is the problem. Is there a...
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    Should I Buy 2002 Merc 60hp 4-stroke?

    A friend of mine is selling a boat with a Merc 2002 60hp 4-stroke. Any advice concerning the reliability of this engine? I am not sure of the reliability of Merc 4-stroke back then. This engine aleady has a rough idle so it will need service. Any input would be appreciated.
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    Bad Timer Base on 225HP??

    I have a 225 HP 1995 Looper. Am getting spark and gas and will not run. Replaced the power pack, still no go. When I test the timer base leads for resistance, I get no readings at all where the shop manual says readings should be in the 30-100 ohm range. Could faulty timer base create my...
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    Spark and gas but wont run, 225HP

    I have a 225 HP Johnson 1995 looper. I get spark and gas but will not fire. Replaced the power pack since it was the original, but still no go. Where next? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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