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    Help identifying year of Merc 150 I-6

    Hi, All, I apologize if this issue has been beat to death. I recently acquired an older-model 150 Tower Of Power. I am unable to locate anything resembling a serial number on the outside of the unit. Can anyone tell me where to look for a plate or stamping of the serial number/year? I'd...
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    Force 125 loses power

    Hi, Everyone, I have a strange problem I was hoping some of you seasoned experts can help me resolve. I have a 18-footer with a Force 125. It seems to run like a champ until about two hours of running time at near-max power settings. Then it seems to lose power suddenly, like the throttle...
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    Anyone know bore & stroke of 1989 Force 85?

    I'm guessing 3.312 X 2.80. Please correct me if I'm wrong. I believe this is an un-altered garden variety model. Trying to figure out displacement. Thanks a bunch Bryan
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    advice on rebuilding 1989 force 85 powerhead

    Hi, everyone, I am thinking about rebuilding the PH on my Froce 85hp. It's currently inoperable due to (that I know of) a blown head gasket and water pump/impeller. As far as I recall, there is no further damage to the engine. I am unaware of when it was last run and how it was running at...
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    Are Force 85 & 125 components compatible?

    Hi, everyone, I have a Capri 1700 on which I'm running a 1987 125. The guy I got it from some months ago also threw in the 1989 Force 85 he had. The 85 needs powerhead work, but I took it anyway. Running my boat recently, It dawned on me that the shaft is pretty long and the prop hangs well...
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    Need help with prop selection (Force 125)

    I recently had the stainless prop stolen off my motor and am looking for a new one. I bought it used (it's on an '89 Bayliner Capri 1700) and am unable to locate a plate indicating the year of manufacture. The model indicated on the label specifying operating RPM also states that it's a model...
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