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    Need help

    At 86. All this negative talk is just talk. :)
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    New Engine - No spark

    On the wrong TDC timing point ? Caution about replacement blocks. Does it have the EXACT same camshaft valve timing in it ? If not ? You may need taller exhaust manifold risers.
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    Mercruiser 5.0 MPI idling problem

    3 possibilities. Incorrect IDLE mixture screw setting for a warmed up engine Idle speed is too low when engine is warmed up. Intake vacuum leak after engine warms up.
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    2002 5,7 Mercruiser exhaust manifold keeps cracking - 5 times this summer

    Someone removed the TALL exhaust manifold heat risers. And or the boat is stopped very fast from a planning speed. The cold water runs up the exhaust system and into the cylinders. VERY COMMON problem in engines With modern cams having OVERLAPPED timing of the INTAKE and EXHAUST valves both...
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    I am not perfect.

    My central AC in the house is still original since 1976. 1 compressor replaced. They really did make equipment better back then.
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    When do you pull your freshwater boat?

    I know all new boats are not like that.
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    I am not perfect.

    Why customers ARE NOT buying new anything. Unless it is non repairable. People should know a company can put a TIMER in the controls to fail at 1 year and 1 month of time. Or anytime they desire. A reboot by a factory technician can restore service for another year. Ethical ?
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    1989 3cyl 75 HP Evinrude - Running on One Cylinder? (Videos Included)

    I was told the Reeds ONLY affected very low speeds. Unless they are stuck closed somehow.
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    I am not perfect.

    Love the unethical U S businesses. Central & window AC have 1 year warranties........ ?? Crooks
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    Getting challenging to find somewhat common items?

    The newer generations can get more money for less quality. They do it all the time.
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    When do you pull your freshwater boat?

    I have pulled it when it would not start.
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    What brands of batteries still have full sized filling caps ?

    The tiny cheapo push in plugs are terrible to fill accurately.
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    I am not perfect.

    OK What other companies names are better ? I use 5 batteries for different machines like mowers & generators. Those old batteries go to 2 Rule computer pumps in the basement. I have built trickle chargers to keep all batteries at 13.5 vdc. Supposedly the ideal long term voltage to prevent...
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    1995 sea radyer jet boat "wiring help"

    Call the company. Nothing to lose. Get lucky.
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    I am not perfect.

    Bless you dingbat !! :)(y) Wife has a Costco card. I am really getting weak mentally.
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    I am not perfect.

    I cut the wrong pump wire. :mad: Oh well. Strip and temporary reconnect the good pump wires. The 2 nd pump is in shipment. NAPA cheapest size 24 battery is $125 . OOWWW
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    4hp johnson slower than expected

    Old motors were rated by cylinder head power. Which excluded all gear train losses. So your motor is not really the prop hp.
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    4hp johnson slower than expected

    What GPS data speed are you expecting. On a 4 hp cylinder head rated, worn out motor?
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    I turn the key but nothing happens.

    I damaged a Microswitch one time. It looked fine. But was damaged on a Ohm Meter check.
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    1995 sea radyer jet boat "wiring help"

    No good instructions with the CDI unit ?
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