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  1. tg3690

    How to set up an induction tachometer

    The one I bought off ebay said at least 5 wraps....and connect the ground wire to a good ground.
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    How to set up an induction tachometer

    I just got one to check my main tach.....I have a 3 cylinder so I set it at 3 spark per rev setting.....seems to work well. Try setting it at 2 spark per rev for your 2 cylinder and see it that works better......
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    Do all forces have overheat buzzers?

    Both Crowley and marineengine.com show a buzzer listed......should have one unless a PO removed it for some reason.....look under and around the console....also should have a thermo switch that activates the buzzer. If you ground that switch it should set off the buzzer.....
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    Big water leak inside cowl, any tips for this coming repair?

    That is the one I found.....should be correct.
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    Big water leak inside cowl, any tips for this coming repair?

    That is the part# listed, even though the description says it for 3 cyl Forces.....only need the larger one on the left in the pic.....this kit probably covers many models so I guess you get the other 2 gaskets whether you want them or not.
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    Big water leak inside cowl, any tips for this coming repair?

    Do you know your serial number? Just go to marineengine.com, Crowley Marine, etc. and look at the parts diagrams for your motor and serial number.......get the cylinder exhaust gasket shown on the motor leg diagram.....then get the seal that goes on the top of the water tube(#5) in the gear...
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    50 hp high speed misfire

    That and carbon deposits can plug it up......just check it and clean it up to be sure.....
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    Big water leak inside cowl, any tips for this coming repair?

    The water inlet tube is not really "connected" to the PH......when the PH is set onto the motor leg the surfaces are pressed together and a seal prevents leakage. If that seal fails water will come out.....same for the exhaust gasket.
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    50 hp high speed misfire

    A plugged up recirc will cause some problems.....won't cost anything to check it (maybe a gasket). Take off the cover part#17 and check the 2 small screens (#10) and the hose (#20) for blockage. Pretty simple system.....
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    1988 50 hp force no spark?

    Did you take Nordin's advice in post #2? Otherwise you may just be chasing your tail and replacing parts randomly....orderly troubleshooting is needed to diagnose these ignition systems....wouldn't hurt to get a factory manual if you haven't already.
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    50 hp high speed misfire

    Clymer and Seloc are better than nothing.....they try to cover too many different motors, models, and years and don't have the detail of the factory manual. You using 50:1 mix with a quality oil? Extended periods of idling will cause a lot of smoke.....a good Italian Tune Up on the water...
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    50 hp high speed misfire

    Get a factory manual......will answer that question and a lot more.... Btw....your engine does not have a distributor, points, or a vacuum system....many folks try to apply automotive knowledge to these old 2-stroke motors.....they are nothing like your car/truck.
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    Need to adjust the dial 1990 Force carbs mixture

    I got the Carbole mainly because they claim it is waterproof...IP68 rating.....and a lifetime warranty. Funny thing is you cannot replace the battery, or turn it off, so if it quits working (dead battery) are they gonna send me a new one? Lol
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    I did another thing, ha ha ha I can’t wait 😁

    The "Big Boy".....gotta have one of these when roamin the range in Texas....lol.
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    Need to adjust the dial 1990 Force carbs mixture

    I just got one of these to verify my main tach was accurate.....so far it seems to work well.....the brand was Carbole (ebay) but looks exactly the same as the one in that link......
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    Locate year of engine? Force 50 (and best place to get a service manual (cheap)

    Btw.....if you believe these old 2-stroke motors have valves that don't open then you really do need the best manual you can get......(y)
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    Locate year of engine? Force 50 (and best place to get a service manual (cheap)

    The original 20+ year old factory manuals were made by the folks who made the engine and are the best there is.....(No sarcasm).
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    Locate year of engine? Force 50 (and best place to get a service manual (cheap)

    Look on ebay for a factory manual.....
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    Locate year of engine? Force 50 (and best place to get a service manual (cheap)

    Post a pic of the engine ID tag.....should be on there somewhere......and pics of the motor.
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    1984 force 125 Leaking tilt and trim?

    Sounds like some air is still in there maybe.....keep an eye on the motor, if it gets hot let it cool for a while.....will also help with getting the bubbles out of the fluid. Make sure the engine goes all the way up till is stops, then all the way down until it stops.....full travel......
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