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    Steering problems: boat won’t turn left (port)

    Too funny. More beer.
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    Propeller recommendation: 14.5' Alumacraft w/Mercury 50HP 2stroke

    Who picks the props for these overpowered boats ?
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    Changing manifold on a 2004 3.0.

    Amazon and the WEB for marine parts ? Oh well
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    88' Mercruiser 165 harmonic sound

    That or the distributor cap and or rotor arm has invisible carbon tracks in it causing misfiring's on 1 or more cylinders. P
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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

    Did not trust any of the links. Too many to decide which one to use.
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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

    Check the relay socket metal parts in each socket space. They can overheat and cause erratic operation. Flashlight and a magnifying lens are very useful for looking.
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    Smart tabs.

    Never met a too strong actuator.
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    Ultrasonic cleaners?

    Be very cautious about small fragile parts. Like watches or PCB parts The vibrations can damage and destroy some items. Been there.
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    2008 Yamaha 50tlr Trim/Tilt Working Intermittently

    Clicking relays can have burned away contacts. Measure the switched voltages.
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    Getting old and losing friends sucks

    I am old enough to consider my 1990s Evinrudes as old faithful friends. :giggle:
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    benefits of side bunks..... are there really any?

    You now know that different guide ons are available to protect paint on the sides. (y)(y)
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    Trailer Painting

    New steel trailers used to be Hot Dipped. Why ALL holes should be punched out on any NEW trailer. To reduce rust outs for side lights.
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    1957 Johnson Rd-19 35hp questions

    Remember to put the gear shifter into the right gear position. Before separating the 2 sections of the shift rod.
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    88' Mercruiser 165 harmonic sound

    That engine sounds and vibrates like valve hydraulics or rocker arms need checking out.
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    Fast idle/start

    A cold enough engine will normally take a few minutes to fully warm up & drop the fast idle speed to normal idle speed.
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    Merc 260 fit in Winns 190 Horizon bay?

    Buy The Scott adapter. Just like trailer electrical plug adapters
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    Toyota/Lexus Timing Belt Change Thoughts

    If the belt breaks at 60 mph ? Most engine will have valve & piston hits. Some engines can survive belt breakage.
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