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    Lifting a 115HP OMC

    I welded a U-BOLT onto a nut.----Removed flywheel nut and installed lifting device.----Or buy the proper flywheel puller and put some rope through it.----Power head and muffler are about 200 LBS.
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    Mercury 9.8 No Water From Tell Tale

    In a test bucket the water must be 6" above the impeller.
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    1992 Suzuki dt85 hp 2 stroke low charging output voltage.

    Likely a wise idea to fit a rectifier / voltage regulator in there.----If Suzuki can not supply one , than others can be fitted.
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    Spark plug recommendations for 1973 evinrude 65 triumph.

    ??-----Get the motor running.-----Then install new plugs.-----I would use L77J4C if it was my motor.-----You can use anything you desire !
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    Drainage from small hole in lower unit

    Step #1 is to do a compression test with a QUALITY gauge.-----And I would drain the gearcase and pressure test the seals.-----That leakage is normal on many 2 strokes.
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    Spark plug recommendations for 1973 evinrude 65 triumph.

    Any pictures of the old plugs?----??----Use the L77J4C !!-----Post compression values after a test run.----These motors use needle and roller bearings.-----If water was inside the motor there can be serious damage to these bearings.----If you get it running then time will tell.------
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    Spark plug recommendations for 1973 evinrude 65 triumph.

    Use L77JC4------The sparkplugs perform for many years.-----Why the need to replace them ?----Running issues ?-----What trouble shooting was done if any ?
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    Motor oil in lower unit oil

    Just let it drain for 24 frs.----Refill with good gear oil.-------No need to flush at all.
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    Trolling motor powered by DeWalt 20 volt battery is rs

    Heat should not be needed on a 3 HP !!
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    1957 FD-11K

    Do not worry about the " K " on that motor.-----Install a new water pumpo impeller.----Remove inspection plate on top of flywheel.----Post pictures of the 2 ignition coils.
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    outboard motors prices

    Markets are different in many areas.-----Some shops will not work on older motors and therefor they are of no use to "club fisted " folks.----And often those that know how to work on them have lots given to them.----What motor and where is your market ?
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    oil seal removal

    A dremel tool can be used here.-----Those often have a big / hefty washer pressed in AFTER the seal.---Washer keeps fishing line away from the seal.------Remove that washer.----Remove the seal.-----Install a new seal.----Make a new washer if you feel it is needed.----That washer is optional.
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    1968 Johnson powershift II 65hp

    Do you own this boat and motor now ?-----There is nothing wrong with the design of that lower unit.----Do a compression test first.----Post the numbers.
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    Correct Float Seat Assembly for 1995 J48ESLEOS

    Factory parts from a dealer are best way to go.----Never an issue for me.
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    1968 Johnson powershift II 65hp

    Step #1 is to evaluate the condition of this motor before you start spending beer tokens on it.
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    1994 Mariner 60hp

    On Nov 5th I questioned this serial # and suggested it might be a G instead of a 6-----Not a positive response then.
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    1968 Johnson powershift II 65hp

    That is a mechanical shift ( oil pressure assisted ) and a 1973 model.----No doubt about that fact !-----That motor has a fuel pump !-----Easy to find parts for that motor in my opinion !
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    1994 Mariner 60hp

    The 2 motors are not the same !----Why did you post the serial # with a 6 only a short while ago ( 5:19 PM ) ??
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    1994 Mariner 60hp

    As suspected long ago the 6 is NOT a six.-----Looks like a G to me !
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    1964 Twin Outboard Starcraft Holiday 18'

    The 63 models can run on 50:1 mix with good oil.-----I can't believe someone would run the electric shift without a working generator !
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