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  1. wolfie-uk

    broken Bolts

    Hi, what is the best method you have found for removing broken bolts / studs. Last night ( Monday ) i removed the exhaust water jacket from the 85 Charger and 5 out of the 17 or so bolts sheared their heads, water jacket removed and i have about 1/2 inch sticking out of the block, at least...
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    Tacho

    hi, 1980 Charger 85hp, what rev counter will work with it, say like this: http://www.asap-supplies.com/marine/faria-euro-white-gauges-and-instruments/faria-euro-white-tacho-32905 if so what conection should i use, alternator setting, if so just connect to the white ? regards in advance
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    Vp aq125a

    hi, just got one complete with leg etc on the bay over here. Plan to install it in a 18 foot boat, need a copy of the installation instructions showing all measurements etc, any one help and email me a copy ? regards
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    1980 85hp Charger

    hi, well after last week getting my hands on a 70 skier for ?100 ( US $ 154.35 ) which is a runner but needs some TLC, i have done it again and now collected a 85 Charger for ?150 ( US $ 231.53 ) So i needed a LS for my RIB, and had found a SS 85 charger and planned on swapping heads, but now...
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    Trim and Tilt Pump

    Hi Again, another quick question The Skier 70 has PTT, but the pump motor is fubar, any one on here got one for sale, obviously beer tokens in exchange ( must convert from ? to $ ) or does the site shop have them ?
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    can i change things around ?

    Hi all, to set the scene............. just bought a 5.4m rib and need an engine to suit, my preferred choice is a good old Chrysler. The RIB needs a 80 to 90 hp to run at its best. my dilemma - i have a 1980 Charger 85 that runs like new - SHORT SHAFT i have a 1979 Skier 70 that needs...
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    1984 Evinrude 40hp mixture

    hi all, been away for a while but now back boating again. Just bought a small 4 meter RIB with a 1984 40hp rude, came with all receipts since new, original handbook etc, this is where i get confused, as the book states that the engine should be run on a pre mix tank of 100:1 ?? Were they...
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    Old AQ Drive

    hi, well have now started restoring old Penta inboards after many years on outboards, First up a mid 60's AQ110/100, so the engine runs like a dream, the outdrive turns freely and selects gears, so far so good. HELP the only bit missing is the Zepper joint, now i have contacted most old VP...
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    1993 Force 40 - change of wire colours ?????

    hi, having been so use to Chrysler colours, this Force 40 has totally different colour scheme in a plug, not on a terminal board as i am use to. I am led to believe that Mercury changed the colour scheme during 1993, can anyone "marry" the two schemes up for me ? i have a US Marine remote that...
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    1993 Force 40 - gearbox problem

    hi again folks, well after sorting out my Chrysler 75 skier, I have started on my Force 40. Problem : lower gearbox housing cracked and let the oil out and the water in - No problem, I have a replacement lower housing. BUT after removing the two nuts that hold it onto the "upper" gearbox...
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    1980 Chrysler Skier 75 hp starting issues

    hi, problem, when NO plugs in starter turns engine over freely, fit spark plugs and starter motor struggles to turn over if at all, any ideas ???? have bypassed solenoid and same thing, do you think the actual starter is goosed ?
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    1993 Evinrude 50 assisted hydrolic tilt

    Hi, any advice on this subject greatly appreciated. The wire that goes from the hydraulic cyliner to the lever has broken with the engine in the down position, how do i get to it to try and repair ? in other words is there a way of releasing the pressure with out resorting to stripping the...
  13. wolfie-uk

    oil ratio 1993 Force 40hp

    hi, well i have added to my collection by getting a 1993 Force 40hp, the seller says it should be a 100:1 mix, is it ? this is the question. :confused:
  14. wolfie-uk

    another toy to play with 1974 35hp

    hi, just aquired a 35hp i know certain colours on the wiring but not sure which ones stop the engine red = pos yellow = start so which other colours do i short to stop the engine
  15. wolfie-uk

    Wiring colours

    Hi, just picked up a 1993 Evinrude 50, ( right price ) only trouble is the wiring loom has been hacked through by some muppet, so i need to: a) order a manual, b) ask your advice on what colour wires do what, as i need to use ASAP By the time the book arrives i hope to have been using the...
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    Mercury Auto blend system

    hi, just been given a Autoblend system, wiring ? it has 3 wires in the lead, guessing the following Black = ground Brown = purple = as you can see i hesitate to guess what the actual connections are, any help really appreciated Neal
  17. wolfie-uk

    1990 mercu 60 with power trim and tilt

    Hi, how heavy is this engine as i need to know weather to buy it for a RIB i am interested in, as the transom has a max rating weight wise regards
  18. wolfie-uk

    1990 Suzuki DT30 wiring

    hi, finally identified my oil injection DT 30 to be a 1990 model, so now i need your advice and help, the previous owner had problems with the control box switches etc so cut off the loom at the control box end leaving the flying lead from the engine about 12 foot, please identify and confirm...
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    30 hp Suzuki gearbox help please

    just picked up a mid 80's i guess 30hp suzuki ( greenish / grey colour ) which is oil injected, the gearbox is shot, would a 25hp box fit straight on, are they the same beast ? as always with this forum thanks in advance for any assistance and advice Neal
  20. wolfie-uk

    Mercruiser 140

    hi, just bought a winner 18 foot open dory fitted with a mercruise 140 engine, cant find serial number anywhere, also on the stern drive there is a label which states serial number, but it is blank. So help with finding serial number so i can order the correct service manual would be...
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