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    Warning horn test-blew fuse but no horn

    grounded tan wire to block. It was shooting sparks so it was live. Held it there tight but it blew the main fuse (20Amp). The horn has 2 purple wires and a tan wire connected. Anything else I can check or is horn a goner ?
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    Thermostat - bolt size (1987 90 HP)

    I want to try something with longer bolts for lining up everything for installation purposes and don't have them handy. Anybody know the size and thread ? thanks
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    Trim problem (intermittent) - Relays ?

    Trim works intermittently. Both CONNECTORS at the RELAYS, have a gooey, black substance where the the LEADS enter the connectors. Is this a normal situation or is something burning there ? I feel no heat/warmth there. In the schematics, it looks like the RELAYS are separate from CONNECTORS. I...
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    Thermostat replacement 1987 V4 - usual issues

    They definitely are easier to remove than install. I tried reading most of the related posts and got some ideas but also some questions. Take MIDSECTION cover off (4 bolts) and take out the 4(?) bolts holding LOWER engine cover to motor - will this give me much better access or am I...
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    Trying to change out steering wheel.

    What is the best tool to use to pull the old one off ? It is a mechnical not hydraulic system. Advance Auto has several options for me to borrow. Steering wheel puller or gear puller. Which one ?
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    1987 90HP - Where is the temp sensor located ?

    What is the thread size ?
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    Thermostat - gasket sealant - can I buy something from auto parts store ?

    1987 90HP Evinrude ?
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    Repair Trim/Tilt Harness - I need the connectors on the end of the wires and female

    part inside plug. They shouldn't cost much (5 of each). Was hoping maybe Radio Shack but they said NO. Any ideas ?
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    Ignition and trim wiring questions - 87' 90HP

    TRIM - In the manual, diagram shows a connection, circle with a S, G and I. I'm thinking that is a gauge. If so I don't think I need it (small boat - no room on console). Is that a trim gauge and if so can I furget aboud it ? Wires are White/Tan, Black/Gold and Purple. TRIM - White/Blue wire...
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    ignition - does it need to have a direct connection to battery ?

    I got the battery connected to the motor and the ignition harness plugged at motor but no response. Do I at least need to ground ignition ? I apologize for my ignorance.
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    Tachometer 6 pin harness

    I bought a Faria TCC602A, chose mostly for looks now I got to find a 6 pin harness. Anybody know if I can I even use this application on a 1987 Evinrude 90 HP ? If so where can I find this harness ? thanks
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    How do you jump solenoid/starter ?

    I must not be doing it right because I am having the same results on my 90 Evinrude and 70 Merc. Bendix's spin but do not engage the fly wheels. I don't have the throttle or ignition hooked up to either of them. Can anybody describe or provide a diagram where the jumper wire would connect to and...
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    Gauges - installation - any good post or websites

    Hooking up a Tach, temp and battery gauge to a 1987 Evinrude 90 HP on an old Whaler. Bought Faria gauges already but nothing else.
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    1981 Merc 70 HP - No. 1 cylinder leened out

    This is my situation. I am trying to sell this motor and want to be honest. I have done a compression test (165-170-170) and a leakdown test was good but not sure if I did this right. I know I had a problem when during 3rd day of a fishing trip and cruising at about 3/4 throttle (no tach or temp...
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    Bought 1987 Evinrude 90 HP - questions

    1) Is there anyway to tell if head gaskets need to be replaced ? Only asking because I heard someones horror story in a similar situation. Compression test (already checked - good) or cylinder leak down test find any problem ? Can I replace myself with a book, new gaskets and a torque wrench ...
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