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    1986 Force 85hp water pump flow

    I have a 1996 Force 85hp Ho856X86L that I am having trouble getting good water flow. I have Changed impeller and the thermostat. Everything looks good but when I sit at an idle or very low speed the high temp alarm comes on. I punch it and the alarm goes off and I can see good flow again. I...
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    Installing BusBar with Perko Switch Help

    I have a Perko switch for my two batteries but I also have a minbus (busbar) that I need to connect. BLU2304 I am needing to know two things. 1) Where do I connect the busbar? I was thinking of using a pigtail from Perko switch #2 to busbar then on to Bat2 + 2) Do I need to ground the busbar in...
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    Looking to buy GPS

    I am looking for a GPS for the boat. I don't have a lot to spend so I was looking at the hand held West Marine has on sale (GPSMAP 76cx) for $179 I was told that this GPS does not have the maps and I would have to buy the BlueChart G2 for another $150 Q: Do I have to buy the BlueChart G2 in...
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    Lower Unit Removal and Impeller Issue

    Motor 1986 Force 85HP model#856X6L Ser#2768 Seloc book shows there were several Lower Units put on the Force motors this year. Q: Can anyone tell me what lower unit I have? (there are six mounting bolts) I also have one bolt that will not break free. Any ideas on how to get it free? I don't...
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    Starting Issue 1988 85HP

    I went to start the boat and it would not start. I thought it was the Solenoid because I could jump accross +/- posts and it would fire up. Replaced Solenoid and I still have the same issue. So, in order to get my fishing trip in I ran a wire from + and one from - to a toggle switch and have...
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    HELP- Need power Tilt/Trim on 88 Force 85hp

    I have a Bayliner Capri w/ force 85hp (1988) and it is a maual tilt/trim. What is the cheapest way to add Power Tilt/Trim to this motor? I am disabled and can NOT lift this motor everytime I take my son fishing. PLEASE HELP.
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