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    I can't access some forums

    Some think...it's an entitlement...some know; it's a privilege
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    T&T leakdown tests

    Not a "stupid" question but "loaded" question. lol
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    Famous shift shaft

    Most if not all Mercs. had some type of "guide" to keep the upper shift-shaft in place for that purpose (they tend to fall out, once the LU has been removed)
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    Famous shift shaft

    I'm not sure what pictures you're talking about. This the procedure; Turn the LU shift shaft by hand counter-clockwise until it stops, then with Vise Grips tight on the bottom of the shaft turn it a few more degrees CCW until it clicks into a stop, this should be neutral - check by turning...
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    T&T leakdown tests

    Jerry is going to swing by to pick up the old ones :ROFLMAO: (I don't like our choice of emojis that we have now)
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    early 70s Mercury 500 50hp ignition question

    Duly noted
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    Force 85 really difficult to start

    We actually have one in our shop (at work) that's why I recognize the cards. It got used on the Diesel engines (never actually used it myself) I'm not sure how old?? maybe '70s (the pic is from Flea bay)
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    Force 85 really difficult to start

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    early 70s Mercury 500 50hp ignition question

    In the pictures provided; yours is pre '73 after that it went to individual coils & and a different switch-box (still belt driven) In '75 or '76 it went to a Stator & Trigger assembly under the Flywheel They were good solid motors accept setting the max spark-advance etc. is a hassle. (don't...
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    I can't access some forums

    With all the "bugs" to be removed & the system perfecting, let me say; I LOVE the new system!!! Many thanks again to all
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    T&T leakdown tests

    Yeah..better save than sorry, especially if the experts have warned us Good call!!
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    Force 85 really difficult to start

    7 Bar = 101.5 PSI The compression reading is not "great" and judging by the compression-tester having (still) a card read-out means it's most likely accurate; the good part is that all readings are close together.
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    Force 85 really difficult to start

    what is the question?
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    T&T leakdown tests

    Thinking about it; It has sub-consciously crossed my mind as well. lol
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    T&T leakdown tests

    The trim bolts are just finger tight and will replace them one at a time when the new ones get here. Your are replacing the bolts? they don't look that bad? A quick clean on the wire-wheel and a dab of anti-seize on the treads would suffice no?? I mean...the torque value is very low
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    Famous shift shaft

    Was this together before? or are you matching this up now? Some years/HP have different adapter-shapes to connect to the shift-shaft. (square & spline shapes) Are the both the same?
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    Force 85 really difficult to start

    I apologies for my wrong advice, Jerry is right. That "filter" is actually an Air intake box silencer, it is normal for some gas to come out when choke is closed. If there's a lot of fuel spitting out at all times, then likely the reeds behind the Carbs. will need to be inspected.
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    Force 85 really difficult to start

    Correcting my earlier post (I don't know what I was thinking)😴🤔 I guess I was not! Thank you Jerry for the correction
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    Force 85 really difficult to start

    Static Timing is done in full throttle mode with @ Cranking-speed (spark plugs in + you'll have to bypass the neutral-switch or jump the starter-solenoid) should be at 28 degrees ( to the right of center line)
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    Famous shift shaft

    Good point!! it will causes burrs in the shaft & damage a new shaft-seal when installed with shaft in place
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