Search results

  1. R

    1986 Evinrude outboard

    Agreed with the above.----The lack of technical / motor knowledge of many younger folks is amazing.----But they know all about their phones and remote controls for a smart TV !
  2. R

    So I became a proud boat owner today.

    Closed cooling on that OMC sterndrive.-----Inspect that drive carefully.-----They are not on top of the " hit parade " in many areas.----Picture of the ball gear wear ?
  3. R

    1986 Evinrude outboard

    It clearly shows the regular pump installed.----I can't believe that previous owner thought that oil in the lower end would lube the powerhead.----So 2 stroke engines and outboard lubrication can be a mystery to some owners.
  4. R

    1986 Evinrude outboard

    It just has a regular fuel pump.-----So if the previous owner ran with straight gasoline , you need to do a compression test now !!
  5. R

    something new coming in electric OB

    It makes for a simpler drive train.----No different than azimuthing drives on big ships.----Or the electric motors driving the wheels on those monster mining trucks.----Read an article on mining trucks that do not use any fuel or battery charging from the grid.----They generate power loaded on...
  6. R

    I just got this rope and it has some frays.. Think it's OK to use??

    Looks like cheap rope to me.
  7. R

    Tilt and Trim Leaking

    Inspect the manual release valve and the seals on that item.
  8. R

    something new coming in electric OB

    Diesel locomotive engines drive a generator.----Electric motors drive the wheels.------Electric power / motors is easier to manage to send power to the wheels.-----Super high start up loads to get a loaded train moving.
  9. R

    Old Firestone Motor

    Better luck at the ----aomci-----website.------Lots of grey haired folks who know grey motors.
  10. R

    2023 Yamaha 9.9 high thrust compression reading

    This motor needs to come apart in my opinion.------That scoring is indicating huge issues !!
  11. R

    1997 90 hp rebuild project

    Put in 3 new pistons at 0.020 O/S.
  12. R

    1997 90 hp rebuild project

    Is there a ridge at the top of the bore ?----If so then 3 new0.020" O/S pistons is the path to happiness.
  13. R

    2023 Yamaha 9.9 high thrust compression reading

    Send Yamaha a picture of your newest motor on the boat.----Perhaps a brand X -----But I do not believe they really care too much.-----These companies and dealers today are different than they were in the past.
  14. R

    2023 Yamaha 9.9 high thrust compression reading

    Perhaps a blown head gasket.----Time for 1-800 YAMAHA help.-----No way that 50 PSI is acceptable.----Or find another dealer.
  15. R

    Mercury 500 Thunderbolt 50 HP Link and Sync

    Post the compression values on this motor.----Or remove intake bypass covers to inspect pistons and rings.----Serial # is for the 78 model year !
  16. R

    Mercury 500 Thunderbolt 50 HP Link and Sync

    Looks like a 78 model.----Picture of the decals on the cowling will help.
  17. R

    1987 force 1254x7b Carb needle o-ring replacement

    Are you sure that those o-rings in there are factory original ?
  18. R

    115 Crossflow Stripped Important Bolt

    Went to a clinic on torquing of fasteners years ago.------Presenter had experienced folks torquing stuff.-----Most folks were way off when asked to torque to 100 ft-lbs.----Oh , And I worked un stuff where torque multipliers were used.-----And fasteners were torqued up to 900 FT-LBS using...
  19. R

    OMC 3.0L cooling hoses not available

    Cooling system on most marine engines is not under pressure.-----Temeratures are lower than automotive as well.
  20. R

    Out to lunch Gear Oil Prices

    When an outboard is running there is a slight pressure developed in the gear case.
Top