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    Outdrive failure?

    I have a 1989 4Winns with a Alpha One, Gen One outdrive. Bought it the summer before last. Took it our for a spin this past weekend and after about 20-30 minutes of operation (mostly at WOT) I made the turn to begin heading back to the marina and I got a big bang, engine revs and loss of...
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    Replacement Prop Selection

    Hello All. I want to replace the prop on my boat- a 1989 Mercruiser Alpha One, Gen One with a 5.7-liter engine. The boat itself is a 4Winns Santara 210. There appear to be a gazillion options and I am trying to figure out where to even begin. I am not even sure the prop that is on it now is...
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    1989 Four Winns Carrara Mercruiser Alpha 1 Bellows/Gimble Replacment

    I was planning on an off-season routine bellows/gimble (if necessary) service. I purchased the boat last year and PO was not sure when it was last done. I just received a quote from a local outfit that estimates $1200 to $1500 parts and labor. Their labor fee is $135/hr. Is this what I...
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    Shifting issue after carb cleaning and impeller change- Honda 25hp 4 stroke

    I recently broke down and cleaned the carbs on my 1999 Honda BF25A to correct a stall/ rough idle issue. I also replaced the impeller as a maintenance item. When I did the impeller I took great pains to return the nut on the shift linkage to the exact position I found it down to the thread...
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    Carb kit for 1999 BF25

    I need to do a cleaning and rebuild of my 1999 BF25 Honda four stroke carbs. Is there a carb kit available, preferably a 3 pack to service all three carbs?
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    1986 Four Winns Santara Touch-Up Paint

    I've got a new to me 1986 Four Winns Santara. Great condition for its age but it does have some dock rash I'd like to touch-up. Is there a source or a site where I can get a small bottle of touch-up paint?
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    1963 Evinrude 75HP Low Speed Jet Carb Adjustment

    Symptom: While at idle or low speed, the engine "surges" off and on, as if it is moving between 2 and 4 cylinders kicking in. A quick acceleration typically results in a stall. Once at high speed/WOT, runs like a champ. Decrease speed to idle from WOT and runs rough and needs a little choke...
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    1990 OMC Cobra 4.3 intermitant crank, no

    I have a 1990 OMC Cobra 4.3 with an intermiant crank, no start issue. It started early in the summer and the problem was corrected by moving the shift in and out of gear once or twice before starting. When the problem occurs, the engine is getting gas, but it appears their is not...
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    1995 polaris 650- two with same problem

    I have two 1995 Polaris 650 SL jet skis. One I have had since 2012 and the other that is new to me within the week. we had theme out Friday. Both had engine trouble at the same time. The new ski stalled and the battery was killed trying to restart. I suspected immediately the ski needed a...
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    Belt set for a 1990 4.3 OMC

    I would like to replace my belt set for my 1990 OMC 4.3 liter Cobra. I am not sure where to start....when I order something for my car I provide the year, make and model. Is there a standard set of belts for this engine? Its the GM engine, I believe, since its the V6.
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    1990 OMC Steering Cable Anchor

    I'm doing some rehab on my 1990 Four Winns...its got a Cobra Outdrive. With the engine cover out, I noticed when turning back and forth there is play in the steering cable anchor. I tried to but a wrench on the outside nut to tighten it, but I cannot get the nut to move. I appears...
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    Another leaking transom thread

    1990 Four Winns Candia 180, Cobra 4.3 After 2 yrs out of the water, I decided this summer it was going back in. Early struggles included bad gas and a dirty carb along with bad shift cable and suspect bellows (exhaust was ripped). I had the tank pumped, the carb serviced, and the shift cable...
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    How to check fuel tank vent/ anti syphon valve

    There is a lot of talk about fuel delivery issues. Two areas discussed are checking the fuel tank vent and anti syphon valve. Not to sound stupid, but what do these look like and where are they located (besides the obvious answer- on the fuel tank). I have a manual that goes into great detail...
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    1990 Four Winns Candia 4.3 OMC Cobra- Fuel Issues

    I have a 1990 Four Winns Candia 180, powered by a 4.3 OMC Cobra. Its been a little over a year since it last was run. Bringing it back to life, going to have the outdrive serviced (new bellows and shift cable plus any other standard service) It had about 5 gallons of gas in the tank. I added...
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    1990 Candia 180 no crank no startt

    I have a 1990 candia 180, 130 hp, OMC Cobra drive. I was doing my clean-up in advance of launching, after hooking the battery up, I have power to my accessories- trim, nav lights, radio, but no crank, no start. Battery checks out and I have continuity to the starter. I am planning to replace...
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    Purchase a 1994 Polaris SL 650?

    I am looking at a 1994 Polaris SL 650. I don't have much history on it. It looks to be in good condition and the owner will put it in water and run it before purchase. Said he purchased a 3 seater and needs to get rid of this one. He is asking $900 w trailer. Does anyone know the history of...
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    General speed of 25hp jet ski

    Looking to buy one or two used jet skis for the family. We have only a boat now. My question in general is how fast a 25hp jet ski goes- I dont see this being more than just casual use, but I dont want to waste money either.
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    Starter issues on a 1990 OMC 4.3l

    Last summer my engine compartment on my 1990 Four Winns Candia filled up with water thanks to a boat cover issue and a broken bilge pump. I got problems one and two taken care of, but apparently when the engine comparment filled up with water the starter submerged. I did the first start of the...
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    Effects of bad OMC Cobra Gear Oil Change

    Last season, I had the local mechanic at my Marina (middle of nowhere) change my gear oil on my 1990 OMC Cobra drive. Not soon after, I launched her for the season, and that very day, I began experience the problem of not being able to shift to neutral, only forward or reverse. After some...
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    1990 Cobra wont shift to neutral

    1990 Cobra/King Cobra, 4.3l Candia 180. After about 15 minutes of operation, it will not shift to neutral, only forward or reverse. Its typically preceded by a "thunck", like something hit the boat. After a cool down it shifts normal.
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