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  1. roscoe

    Replaced stater and rectifier, still no spark in one cyl

    What ? "seems like I’m not getting spark" Have you actually tested for spark? Model/serial number
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    Engine Identification?

    Tell your "friend" you will remove it and haul to junk yard for him, for $70 an hour, 4 hour minimum, plus any tipping fee, and any injuries to your back will be covered on by his home insurance.
  3. roscoe

    Mercury Classic 50 serial number not found at Mercury website

    45 45 Classic 4-cyl 0A914859 thru 0B110788 1986 USA
  4. roscoe

    Boat trailer winch roller

    Float on, pull tow vehicle forward 2-3' so stern settles, then winch on the last 6 inches.
  5. roscoe

    Thru-hull oil drain

    I would have handed him a wrench, or pulled the plug as ordered, and drove away. Then spent the day at the beach. But thats just me and I'm an azz that way.
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    What brand is this ?

    What is it? Looks like embroidery on a shirt.
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    Boat Lift - alternate to running AC power to the dock

    how much power does it need and for how long?
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    Late 60’s Mercury outboard weight

    So, being in the upper midwest, with a short boating season compared to most of the country increases you odds of finding a decent older motor. But as time goes on, most of the motors I find are not maintained, or have be messed withs badly that you can't tell if the motor can be a smooth...
  9. roscoe

    Newbie all over again

    Well that will be different. Enjoy.
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    1987 mercury exhaust question

    The cooling water goes through the powerhead, and then is dumped into the exhaust. So yes, there should be water there, and some of it will splatter out the exhaust relief ports.
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    Late 60’s Mercury outboard weight

    Ok, no offense intended, but I think you should rethink the situation. You are looking for a well maintained, reliable motor, that just happens to be over 50 years old. Some may argue, but they are few and far between in the marketplace, unless they are part of a boat/motor combo. Most people...
  12. roscoe

    Primer bulb to transfer gas into another tank.

    I'v done this several times. If the gas has to go thru a fuel water separating filter, it will not work. Also, helps to have the primer bulb vertical -- ARROW UP. Seems to help the check valve work better. But it will be slooooow. I've had better luck taking my spare fuel line, no fittings...
  13. roscoe

    Starcraft on C-list/ebay!

    22 SUS 6 cyl $1650 https://wausau.craigslist.org/boa/d/edgar-1975-starcraft-21-aluminum-o-165/7333589036.html 18 Holiday $750 https://up.craigslist.org/boa/d/quinnesec-1975-starcraft-holiday-18-boat/7329687166.html
  14. roscoe

    Transducer question

    Use these for ideas to fabricate...
  15. roscoe

    Fresh air to carb issue?

    Really doubt this magic mechanic has any special skills. Probably feeding on your description on how it is running. I can't imagine he could hear the rubber exhaust tube moving, that would take some kind of miracle. Anyway, this issue has already been discussed in your thread of May 30th. No...
  16. roscoe

    Lower unit on 1988 mercury 115 2 stroke.

    If your '88 is a 6 cylinder, it should fit.
  17. roscoe

    Missing capacity plate

    If the company is still in business, contact them. Or find someone with the same boat. Perhaps you can find one for sale, and ask the seller for the info. There is no comprehensive list of the info anywhere, not even at the CG.
  18. roscoe

    Trolling motor for this 16 footer?

    I had a transom mount on a light 16', worked fine. But since I position fish, back troll, jig, most of the time, I ran my motor in reverse most of the time. When I sold the boat to my buddy, he spun the head around 180* , then ran it in forward, because he said it gave him better speed control...
  19. roscoe

    Depth finder

    Great. I had to remove one of those off of dad's boat a few years ago, had to refer to the install instructions to figure it out.
  20. roscoe

    Wheel bearings full of water

    Maybe try oil bath hubs? Or sure-lube style hubs?
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