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    1983 Evinrude 35HP lower unit compatability/interchangeability?

    No " granny shifting " is allowed as that is bad for the clutch dog and lugs on the gears.
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    Are Chrysler motors junk and to be avoided?

    A spinning shaft likes to stay where it is.-----So a big wave rolls the boat.----Crankshaft wants to stay where it is.-----Hard on bearings.-----Spin a bicycle wheel and then try to change position of the axle.-----And a roller bearing is definitely a " clearance " bearing.
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    Are Chrysler motors junk and to be avoided?

    Do you understand the reason for big waves being hard on the bearings ?
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    Are Chrysler motors junk and to be avoided?

    Agreed----four strokes run very nicely, quiet , cheap on fuel.-----But regular maintenance at $125/ hr adds up.----Major breakdown often spell----" buy a new one "------Big waves are hard on 4 strokes.
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    Are Chrysler motors junk and to be avoided?

    These motors are ideal if you know how to do your own work.---Know how to find parts.-----If you have the expertise to realize that motor is asking you do some maintenance.----If you have to hunt for a shop ( $125 + / hr ) that will work on a Chrysler . Force or older motor then they are no...
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    Bearing carrier removal 1989 cobra 3 litre.

    In order to help we need to know why it needs to come apart.----Ot either corrosion or damage where those tabs lock it in place.----Or was it full of water ??----Hit something ?-------Any welding done on this gearcase?
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    Are Chrysler motors junk and to be avoided?

    Quick search and found a prop for a 76 model at $40-----Only 1 left.
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    Are Chrysler motors junk and to be avoided?

    I am sure that a prop from a few other makes can be fitted to a Chrysler.----Post picture of the prop.---Post diameter of propshaft.
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    1988 26 foot bayliner trophy 262 king cobra

    Spend your $$ wisely.----Old boats often require major structural repairs.----Parts for the OMC may be hard to find.----If you can not do your own work you may want to pass on this one.
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    1979 Mercury outboard

    Your location is?
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    Bearing carrier removal 1989 cobra 3 litre.

    No other bolts.---Just more effort.
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    1972 80 Hp Mercury enhine

    Local dealer might be able to find new originals for you ($$$ ) or aftermarket.--Many farm supply stores / industrial shops can install new hoses on your fittings.
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    I want to place a metal patch on a Zinc-Coated steel gasoline tank opening.

    Agreed---- Fuel tanks are not worth fixing.----Fire on a boat is not funny.
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    KY ABC Auction

    For a very short while I bought some cheap booze out of the trunk of a car.------But then I asked myself---" what are you actually buying "----Sure the labels where pretty and looked authentic.------Too much organized crime bottling " stuff " when money is involved.
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    Can not stop wanting a Butterball Turkey.

    What if the natives had shared a donkey for thanksgiving?----Would we all have a piece off ----at thanksgiving ?
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    Ignition help.

    If you just bought this motor , then a new water pump impeller is a good idea.
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    1972 80 Hp Mercury enhine

    Step #1 is----Disconnect lines at the pump.-----Then remove screws on the block where lines split to the cylinders.-----Remove motor with all lines attached.
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    1987 johson 225 hp power issues

    Good luck with your motor.
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    1987 johson 225 hp power issues

    Speak with the gentleman that has been in the business for 50 years for advice on this.
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    Are Chrysler motors junk and to be avoided?

    Buddy who ran a marina in cottage land said.-----Folks here buy new motors.-----When the family is at the cottage in July / August you don't want any panic phone calls.----A CEO . doctor / dentist / lawyer does not want a Tuesday morning phone call with --" Dad the boat won't start " ----in his...
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