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    Wood under engine mounts

    I will be attempting to remove the engine mounts on the 1987 bayliner contessa (OMC cobra 5.7). I noticed that there are very thin peaces of wood under the engine mount, maybe plywood. One is coming apart and the other seems to be ok because it has been covered with resin. So is it a better idea...
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    Hard time with front engine mounts for alignment

    Hello, 1987 OMC cobra 5.7 on Bayliner contessa here. I'm trying to do the engine alignment after replacing the gimbal bearing and I am having a hard time. The mount bolts are rusted. I tried WD40, tried to soak the bolts in vinegar to get the rust out, tried a cheapo impact wrench, breaker bar...
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    Triple guard grease or gasket sealing compound?

    Hello, I'm in the process of replacing the gimbal bearing (which was stuck on the shaft bty) and other seals on the lower unit. In the Seloc book it says in one chapter to use triple grease for the propeller shaft, and on another chapter it says to use gasket sealing compound. Which one to use...
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    Shift cable replacement

    Hello, Several years ago a mechanic charged me to replace the shift cable while the boat was in the water. I just read some posts there, and it looks like the only way to replace the cable is to take the outdrive out, am I correct? Also, I just discovered there is a cable adjustment tool. Does...
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    Titan master cylinder question.

    On the Titan/Dico Model 10/20 Master Cylinder, what is the purpose of the overload springs that are mounted on the sides? I need to replace the master cylinder but not sure if I should replace the springs or not. The spring assembly is rusty and I am tempted to replace it if it serves a real...
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