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    81 rude gearcase problem

    I am helping a friend repair a 1981 rude v6. I am stumped by the following problem. When I first disassembled the lower unit to replace water pump and do a reseal on the gearcase I notice the driveshaft would only do a quarter turn. Once the pump was off, it rotated freely. I put the new pump...
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    water pump impeller question

    I am changing out the impeller on a 1981 Rude 150. The impeller that was originally installed had a round pin to lock it to the driveshaft. My replacement kit has a wedge type insert but a keyway on the impeller. Question is: Can I use a standard key to match the new impeller or should I get an...
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    89 evinrude v6

    Where do I hook up a standard automotive dwell/tach on this motor. I want to use the tach portion only.<br />Thanks<br />rob
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    help for 89 155hp evinrude

    - posted 13 March, 2006 02:38 PM Profile for rcb130 Edit/Delete Post Reply With Quote Hi,<br />Model # E155WTXZ V6<br />Can anyone help me with this? I see no markings on engine block nor did I see anything in Clymer manual.<br />1. Where is number 1 cylinder on this engine...
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    89 155 rude commercial motor

    Hi,<br />Model # E155WTXZ V6<br />Can anyone help me with this? I see no markings on engine block nor did I see anything in Clymer manual.<br /> 1. Where is number 1 cylinder on this engine? Please state which side and top or bottom of engine.<br />2. I want to wire up an ignition switch to the...
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    89 evinrude 155 commercial

    Thanks to all for past help. Todays questions are:<br />1. Did the 89 commercial cowlings have any decals and if so, does anyone have a picture of what they looked like or know where I can get a replacement set without mortgaging the ranch?<br />2. How do I start and run this motor without the...
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    more evinrude 150 questions

    1989 155 hp commercial evinrude.<br />What is the difference between cross flow and loop charged engines and how do I tell which I have? Which is more desirable to run?<br />Coming from the power tilt is a cable with a green wire with a ring terminal, a blk and a wht wire going to a round...
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    1989 Evinrude commercial 155 hp

    I have acquired a 1989 155 hp commercial motor. I am trying to locate pictures of the cowling to identify any decals that should be on it as original. Also, can I run this motor without the vro pump? If yes, how do I do it and what should the gas/oil mix be?<br />I have ordered the shop manual...
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    model number info

    What horsepower and what options are on an Evinrude<br /># E55RWLETB? Is this a 5.5 or a 55 hp? What do the letters mean?<br />Thanks for the help
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    RE: 40 hp merc won't start

    RE: 40 hp merc won't start Laddies, Rodc, Amd Rules; Thanks for the previous tips. Cleaned carbs and engine now starts and will run. I am still afraid to let it run more than 5-10 <br />seconds. I am not seeing any water. This motor does have a thermostat. How long can I run without seeing...
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    RE: merc 40 hp 4 cyl won't start

    RE: merc 40 hp 4 cyl won't start I tried what you guys suggested (squirting fuel into carbs). Engine will start by doing this. I have fuel up to carbs.(removed hose at carb and squeezed primer bulb) How do you check float bowls for fuel? Also, I am using flushing muff. How long should it...
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    Merc 40 Hp 4Cyl won't start

    94 merc 40 hp 4 cyl 2 stroker will not start. Starter spins motor fine, has spark, primer bulb firm, kill switch is on. plugs are not wet nor showing signs of getting fuel. new ignition switch and external harness. neutral switch checks out ok. Engine was drained of fuel prior to my purchasing...
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    newbie needs help

    I just accuired a 1995 40 hp mercury 2 stroke. It has a tiller handle with an run/off switch. In the piece the cowling clamps to is an engine tilt switch. <br />just forward of this switch is a hole which I assume is for the ignition switch. Do I need a switch with "push to choke" included as...
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    Another mercury motor year ID

    I have just accuired a 40 hp 4 cyl 2 stroke merc engine.<br />Serial No.0G196634<br />Model No. 1040411RD<br />Can you tell me what year this engine is and any other information about it?<br />Thanks and Be Well<br />Rob
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