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    1992 Evinrude 150hp EXEN will not run correctly

    Shift switch on the motor.----Not the neutral start switch in the control box !
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    1992 Evinrude 150hp EXEN will not run correctly

    I can not do the testing for you.----Learning on your part is required !!
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    1992 Evinrude 150hp EXEN will not run correctly

    Is 4000 RPM all you can get out of this motor ?-----It should run to 5500 RPM.------Did you get 5500 RPM last season ?
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    Fuel leaking from foot 1986 50 hp Yamaha

    A few $$$ for a new diaphragm might do the trick.----But if money is not an issue then a complete new pump will do the trick.----I usually inspect stuff before throwing parts at a motor.
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    1992 Evinrude 150hp EXEN will not run correctly

    Yes , the S.L.O.W. existed in 1992.----Triggered by overheat.------Need to learn how to use a timing light to pinpoint the loss of spark I think.-----Check that shift switch again.----I suspect spark was lost on 3 cylinders.
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    1990 Force L-Drive: A LOT of fun but a few issues... Gear Selection & Lower End Stuff?

    The L-Drive is not the most popular item in the boating world.-----You might consider something better.
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    Fuel leaking from foot 1986 50 hp Yamaha

    I would say that the diaphragm in the pump is ruptured.
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    McCulloch Leaking Filter Bowl

    Very few appreciate the level of help offered here.-----It can be frustrating helping on some simple issues.
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    1991 25hp evinrude starting issues

    So how did it start for you last season ?------What is your starting procedure ?-----Is throttle plate OPENING at the correct time and not too early ?
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    Will Replacing Rings Increase Compression >105PSI?

    Putting new rings on old pistons / worn ring grooves is a mistake !----Pull cylinder head now.-----Head gasket is cheap in the big picture of owning a boat !
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    McCulloch Leaking Filter Bowl

    ??----Why do you think an o-ring would be hard to find ?-----Should be easy to repair the thumb screw so that it tightens properly.----I would concentrate on that easy repair !
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    Evinrude 25202r WOT adjustment

    Spark timing , relative to the piston in the bore is automatically controlled by linkages.-----No user adjustment possible or needed.
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    Fuel restriction alarm

    There must be lots of VRO pumps with good warning / alarm circuits.-----Bins full of them at some shops.-----Make some phone calls and find one for cheap.
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    1991 25hp evinrude starting issues

    Does spark jump a gap of at least 3/8" or more , yes or no ?-----You have checked flywheel key ?
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    Evinrude 25202r WOT adjustment

    Item 37 and item 41.----Officially called " control lever " by educated folks.
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    Will Replacing Rings Increase Compression >105PSI?

    Head gasket is cheap.----Remove cylinder head to inspect cylinders.
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    Evinrude 25202r WOT adjustment

    Check plastic pin on bottom of tower shaft.----Check gear mesh on handle.
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    Any idea where to buy a storage pouch like this??

    West Marine has them ----" sheet bags "---- in many styles and colors !
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    Mercury 40 fuel problem

    When the bulb collapses the fuel pump is working just fine.-----The issue is from the bulb to the tank.----So check vent of fuel tank.----Anti-syphon valve ( if equipped ) and the screen inside your fuel tank.-----A simple test would be to run with a seperate 5 gallon tank.----Should be easy to...
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    Any idea where to buy a storage pouch like this??

    Something like that is commonly found on SAILBOATS.----called a " tailing bag " or " sheet bag "-----Used to store line that has come off a winch.------So look into finding this at sailboat suppliers / sailmakers websites.----Perhaps many other places.----Used this item myself , many times on...
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