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    2007 Merc 50 hp ELPTO hard to re-start after warmed up?

    My 50 hp Merc is difficult to re-start after running for awhile. It can take 7 or 8 tries to restart after it has been running, then other times it fires right off. Of course after trying to start it several times, I begin to smell fuel like it is trying to flood, which seems to be a normal...
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    Hard to start at times?

    I have a 2007 Merc 50 ELPTO 2 stroke 3 cyl. It starts pretty normal on the first start, then after running for 30 min to a hour or more after a brief swim break, and when trying to start it back up it takes 3 - 10 tries or more to get it started after its been run awhile. It seems like it tries...
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    Pontoon accent lighting?

    Looking at adding accent light to my toon? Ideas on Neon verse LED rope lighting etc, and installation difficulty. I've seen pontoons at night and the lights really make the boat stand out, seem like good addition to anchor lighting. I would need 12V set up and ideas on where to shop also for...
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    2007 Mercury 50 hp Throttle/shifter help

    I have a 2007 50hp Mercury 3 cylinder, 2 cycle on my pontoon. When I place the throttle into what feels like it drops into neutral, also adjacent to the "N" on shift handle, the prop spins freely but makes a clicking noise. If I move the shifter back about another 1/2" inch, it feels as if there...
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    should I change prop size?

    I recently purchased a Lowe 20 ft pontoon with Mercury 50hp ELPTO and a 10 3/4 x 12 prop. The mechanic suggested that should change to a 15" prop. Boat weights 1900lbs and normal carry 4 to 5 adults, maybe be interested in pulling a tube once and awhile. WOT I'm indicating around 5250 rpm, max...
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