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    Mercury 25XD won't go full throttle.

    Test with another gauge.----Or remove covers on side of block to inspect pistons and rings.----And no there is no head gasket to possibly cause low compression.
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    Fuel pours out of bottom cylinder (no 4)

    Yellow hose appears to be something to do with this being an outboard powerhead that is now an inboard installation.--Prevents carburetor overflow from turning boat into a small bomb , is the intent.-----Coast guard regulation ??----Not sure how affective that is ??
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    $250 Boat in my possession!!

    The 40 HP models are very good.---The electric shift models came with a 10 amp generator,---Some will argue.----The electric shift is very good , simple and reliable.----The 40 HP was the same powerhead from 63 to the 1970 models.
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    No longer made in USA

    I started in a shop fixing bicycles when I was 16 , then lawn mowers at 17 and outboards at 18 all in the same shop.----My parents said -----" If you want a new bicycle then use the $$ you earned ".-----We even collected empty pop bottles on the side of the road.----At 2 cents each it was worth...
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    1958 Evinrude 7-1/2 Fleetwin carburetor overhaul

    The 1954 was a 7.5 hp I agree.----But the 1958 like yours was marketed in 56 / 57 / 58.----Some parts ( ignition ) were the same in 54 .----If your were looking for many of the parts you would want a 56 / 57 / 58 parts motor.
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    No longer made in USA

    Many kids started with cutting grass / selling lemonaide / delivering newspapers.------I know some kids that made patio stones as teenagers.----It was their business education.----Father said " they are not getting an allowance without a bit of sweat :------It served them well.-----Not all work...
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    1958 Evinrude 7-1/2 Fleetwin carburetor overhaul

    The 7.5 HP like that was only marketed for 3 years.----Last in 58.----They are a sweet running engine if everything is in good shape.----It needs a new water pump impeller before launching the boat.----Most old time " Evinrude / BRP " shops would have it in stock !
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    $250 Boat in my possession!!

    It is easy to tell that the motor is a 20" as it has a different colour 5" outer / lower cowling.----Picture #5 I think.
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    Wire Diagram mercury 650 1963

    I have a 1963 model 65 HP and a few others.----So no mystery on these wonderful motors here.----You must install a new water pump impeller BEFORE launching the boat !----There is no warning / shut down system on this motor.----It could overheat and score pistons.----Then it will be sticker shock...
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    1958 Evinrude 7-1/2 Fleetwin carburetor overhaul

    This is so common !----Every one of these magnetos installed in the 50's / 60's / 70's has suffered the same fate.------The points and condensers have been replaced already.
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    Wire Diagram mercury 650 1963

    I am quite familiar with this style of motor.---Have a few including some white Mercury motors.-----If there are no windings under the flywheel then it likely left the factory without a charging system.----Battery is only needed to run a starter motor.----The magneto does not require 12 volts to...
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    1995 Johnson 70 No Spark

    Your mechanic suggested replacing parts without any testing ??-----There are no fuses that can prevent spark.---If you have a multimeter you can test components easily.----Also charge the battery and have the battery load tested.----Don't throw the powerpack and stator away !!
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    650 merc loading up

    The 3 cylinder was first marketed in 1972.-----Open up the low speed mixture needles 1/8th turn at a time.----Simple procedure that often solves the bogging / stalling issue on the Mercury inline motor design.----Done it many times.
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    $250 Boat in my possession!!

    The electric shift function can be checked with motor not running.----We can not hear or feel the motor.----We do not know your workshop or level of ambition.-----Check it all out and if promising you could work on this and get great satisfaction.----There is no issue finding parts for the motor...
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    $250 Boat in my possession!!

    The prop on this motor seems odd.----Possibly a low pitch to match a bigger heavier load.----Does the opening windshield " fit nicely " when you close it ?
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    Wire Diagram mercury 650 1963

    It may have left the factory with a " plate / disc rectifier " often green in color.----Perhaps replaced with a newer style.--Any wires coming down from under the flywheel ?-----Pictures will help.
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    No longer made in USA

    We are ending up with more folks who vote for their living , then folks who work for a living.-----Or I see too many huge office towers and not enough farms and factories.-----Nothing is " made " in these office towers.
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    How do I start my 1986 Thundercraft

    There are many , many people who do not understand how this primer valve works.----It is NOT a pump.-----It sprays fuel into the engine when there is fuel pressure to it.----This pressure would come from the fuel pump when the engine is turning.
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    Johnson 55 hp electric start conversion.

    The electric start kit is listed as NLA.----All one needs is the starter motor , solenoids are a dime a dozen, some wires , battery and a push button.----A good battery will start a motor in good condition for many , many starts.
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    How do I start my 1986 Thundercraft

    The electric primer valve was first used on 1980 models.-----Everyday there are new owners that do not know / understand how this simple device works.
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