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    Down motor

    I think 45 FT-LBs is not enough.----Someone on here will have the value.--No manual handy today.
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    Evinrude 7.5hp E8RCSS Low power at high throttle settings

    Sorry----I guess I missed the water pump stream in post #1.
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    Evinrude 7.5hp E8RCSS Low power at high throttle settings

    Could be overheating or running on one cylinder.----Step #1 is a compression test.----If good a spark test.-----Look at water pump impeller.
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    1963 sovereign gale

    If you find a manual for a 28 HP Johnson / Evinrude of say 1962 / 63 / 64 you can do all the repairs to that motor.
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    Help! 1976 Mark Twain restore it or junk it?!?

    My project is outdoors so I have to work on good dry days.---I agree if you do it right it will outlast you.----I am doing a 40 year old boat.----No wood in the transom , floor and under the floor.
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    Help! 1976 Mark Twain restore it or junk it?!?

    It takes a lot longer than you think to fix these things.----Working alone or with an assistant ?-----Start with a compression test on the 45 year old motor.---See if it runs properly.----Test the motor on the lake if boat is safe to float.------Be a shame to fix the boat to then find out motor...
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    Down motor

    If sheared install a factory replacement key.-----Install with tapers clean and dry.-----Torque to the correct value.
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    Down motor

    The key is the timing control !!
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    Down motor

    Check flywheel key.
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    Recoil pull cord

    On the 3 HP it can be tricky.-------That starter is not robust so work carefully.
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    How to tell if power head was changed

    I thought I made it clear 1979 or older powerhead , but I guess not.
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    How to tell if power head was changed

    That would be a 140 powerhead as I clearly stated it appears to be a 1979 powerhead rated 140 HP at the powerhead.----Would be around 120 HP at the prop.----Post your compression test numbers.
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    Is it the prop pitch or something more...?

    What RPM do you get with the 17" pitch ?----I think 17" pitch is too much.----I do not believe you want more pitch here.----Hurry and read up on props and boat speed.----Or talk to your local boat experts.
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    1986 Mariner 40 HP Model 40ELO Fuel Pump

    Yamaha built.----Fuel pumps are simple to diagnose and repair.-----What is your motor doing / not doing ?----What trouble shooting has been done ?
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    How to tell if power head was changed

    Is the serial # the same between powerhead and sticker in picture #2 ??----Does exhaust cover have a bubble or is it flat.-----Post picture of exhaust cover.
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    1986 90hp Mercury IL6 dies when put into gear

    There should be no issue adjusting the carburetors with the motor running on your favorite lake or river.
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    Engine cooling properly in the lake, overheating with muffs!

    Some pressurized water has a lot more air than lake water.----This comes out of solution and may form an air pocket.----Or open your valve on the hose to wide open.
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    What’s it worth?

    There are lots of eager buyers.------You only need 1 customer.
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    NO START AFTER LOWER UNIT REPLACEMENT

    I believe your machinist friend can assist with where the interference is happening.---You could use a mini grinder and take 1/8" off the drive shaft.----See if that solves it.
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    Mercury 2005 125ELPTO Can anyone identify this hose?

    That hose is for supplying water pressure to a speedometer.----Has nothing to do with your water pump, none whatsoever.
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