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    1984 MCM 470 3.7l Big problems!

    1984 Mercruiser 470 3.7L. So I had big hopes of boating all weekend. That went out the window fast. I put it in the water, started it up, the oil pressure was at 80psi, and it was idling extemely low about 300rpm, pushed the throttle wide open and nothing changed, in which it then choked out. I...
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    Boat won't start after carb rebuild

    I have a 470 Mercruiser with the 2 barrel carb, and the carb was rebuilt and set to factory settings. I tried for a while today to get it to start but it just kept turning over. I even let it sit a while to let the gas dry out because I figured it was loaded up. Does anyone know any tricks? The...
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    Question About Quicksilver Throttle Control/Remote Control

    So when I took apart my remote control, the lock ring fell out.. it has 2 slots in it and 2 pegs. Problem is, I cant get my shifter to sit right on, it sits slightly back. if anyone has one like the one I'm going to post from an old threat, and you could send me a picture of what yours looks...
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    Where to find 3 bolt hole steering wheel?

    My boat is an '84, and I'm having a hard time finding a steering wheel with a 3 bolt hole pattern. Already tried all your normal buying websites. Want a new one also, not a junk yard one.
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    Boat Stero Install help

    I'm not sure if this is the right place, if it's not please move it, but I bought a stereo package and have a wiring question. The wires on the back are: 12v constant, 12v switch, ground, and pwr ant/remote. the head unit has a fuse in the back of it also. 1) Do I need to put an inline fuse in...
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    How to fasten down back to back and jump seats?

    Does anyone know how to fasten down the jump and back to back seats? I'm about to buy a new seating set and Im not sure how to fasten them down!
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    Buy or Build a inboard engine cover? Where to find?

    I have a 84' Cheetah with a Mercruiser and I want to replace the engine hatch as it was home made and very very poorly built. I was looking online and couldn't find where to buy them. Has anyone bought one and where so? Has anyone built one? What should I do if I need to build one? Thanks!
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    1984 Mercruiser 470 3.7L 180hp-Help!

    1984 Mercruiser 470 3.7L 180hp So I just bought a boat with this motor. Its in great shape. Just a few questions! 1) What spark plug is the correct number (seen too many diff ones) 2) What is the correct gap? 3) What oil should I use, I heard 20w-40? How much does it take? 4) How do I change...
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    FWD/REV linkage Adjustment Questions- HELP!

    I have a 1987 Force 15hp and I took the lower unit off and I think that I may have adjusted the shift linkage wrong. Anyway, spent about an hour adjusting it all different ways, I finally have it where it seems right, it will go into FWD and lock in and it will turn the prop clockwise with...
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    Force/Gamefisher 15hp Starter Spool And Rewind Spring?

    I got a new starter spool for my 1987 Force 15hp, and I am trying to put it back in and wind the spring correctly. Anyone done this and have an idea on how to do it or have pictures? It is the kind where the spring slides down inside the shaft on the spool. Thanks!
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    1987 Gamefisher/Force 15hp Questions

    Hey all, I'm new to here and I just picked up a 1987 Gamefiusher/Force 15hp. I picked up some parts but now I have some questions. I replaced the water pump impeller for good measure, now I go to put the lower unit on and feel as the propeller is not going all the way back against the "cage"...
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