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    1997 J175EXEUE Dies at 1500-2000 Rpm

    Do some simple trouble shooting.------Compression test.-----Then a spark test.-----Check shift switch on the motor linkages.
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    Convert 1993 4 HP to remote tank

    The little square fuel pump was first used on 1968 model 3 HP.------Used on many motors up to 25 HP.----Used for many years.-----Should be available all day long.---See your local boat shop they will likely have some on hand.----Used ones are everywhere.-----Simple to install a new diaphragm at...
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    need help wiring 1977 evinrude 175hp on 17ft Glastron

    I think those came with a 12 amp stator.
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    1984 50hp Merc Overheating

    I would install a pressure gauge to see what pressures you have.-----Factory parts installed or something else ?
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    Bottom end 2001 Yamaha Enduro 40 HP Outboard

    Your location ?-----Model # -----Long or short shaft ?
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    1984 50hp Merc Overheating

    I am not there to see , hear or feel your motor.----I do not know the history of your motor.---Is it a long shaft motor on a 20" transom?-----It does sound like there is a blockage in the copper tube or in the motor water jackets.----If it was my motor ( I have a coupe of those ) I would start...
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    1984 50hp Merc Overheating

    Testing in the lake or a bucket ?-----In a bucket the water must be 8" above the impeller !
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    Transom

    I think they sell the stuff by leading you to believe that it is quick and simple.
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    Transom

    Do you have to take all the rotten wood / moisture out before pouring in the Seacast ?
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    1989 Evinrude 140hp rough idle

    Leaks on fuel lines are bad.-----If between motor fuel pump to inside the tank air will be drawn in.
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    2021 NFL/NCAAF News and Nonsense

    Just 8 minutes of actual playing time in an NFL game.-----Many other sports are just so much more entertaining.
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    Hope everyone has a Great Thanksgiving!!!

    They should have shared a donkey with the newcomers instead of a turkey.
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    Help Identifying Part and Purpose

    Agreed ----Supplies pressure for the speedometer.----Nothing to do with grease / lubrication.
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    1989 Evinrude 140hp rough idle

    #2 carburetor is the top one on the left when looking at the carburetors. from the boat side.----What primer pump are you referring to.----Picture of the primer pump ?
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    Need help with 1968 1.5 HP Johnson model SC-10S

    Critters need homes.-----Did they build a nest somewhere ?
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    First post, new (to me) boat, and how badly did I screw up?

    Was this boat stored properly last winter in Texas.------There were a lot of frozen / cracked blocks reported due to a severe cold snap there.
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    Too windy?

    Well ----I was on board a 32' sailboat ( 15 miles offshore ) when a weather warning came on channel 16.----Visually all looked good around us, in fact the diesel was running to keep boat speed at 6 knots.----Prepped the boat for high winds.----Put survival suit on + a lifejacket.----Had 10...
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    V4 CROSSFLOW HELP,REBUILD.

    The electric primer is NOT a pump.----It is a valve.
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    1963 Eska Golden Arrow flywheel key

    Your local small engine / lawnmower repair shop will have that.----Most small towns used to have a shop like that.
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    V4 CROSSFLOW HELP,REBUILD.

    Start motor and run at idle.----Pull plug leads off one at a time and see what happens.------Sounds like engine is flooding or running on 3 of 4 cylinders.-----In what position is the red lever on the electric primer valve.
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