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    New to Force need information.

    My son just got a boat with 1989 85hp Force on it and I would like to change the impeller how do I tell what year and model I have for sure I figure the serial number will have code to tell me. Is there more than 1 model in 1989? Thanks shawn
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    Trolling setup advice/ideas wanted.

    So my son picked up a Spectrum 170 boat and we plan to do some fishing on local lakes but would also thinking of going to Erie for perch fishing in the fall and maybe a little near shore walleye trolling in spring and early summer. I plan to pull some boards that I made a couple of years ago. I...
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    1989 Force 85 hp questions

    My son is looking at a 18’ spectrum boat with a 89 force 85 hp motor. I’ve owned Mercury Johnson evinrude but never a Force I need some schooling before he buys. Any weaknesses I should know or things to check. Or even let me know to run away. shawn
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    1988 Johnson 150hp anything to watch out for?

    My son is looking at a 1988 Lund boat that has an 88 150 on it. Is there anything specific I should be looking for that may be problematic with this motor? I am familiar with 1970’s three cylinder engines but know nothing about the newer 150 stuff. Thanks Shawn
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    Spark test on 1973 Johnson 65 hp

    Working with a 73 65hp Johnson it will start on muffs and run good and when you put it in the water it will start and run on high idle when you put it in gear it dies instantly and will not start and when it does has to be chocked to run when it goes into gear it dies instantly no coughing or...
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    Fuel line size between carbs on 78 75hp Evinrude

    Want to replace fuel distribution lines on my 1978 75hp Evinrude do not want to disturb lines until I get new to replace them could anybody tell me what size line I need thanks in advance Shawn
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    Runs on High idle but won't run in gear

    70's Evinrude not sure if it is 65 70 or 75 but it will start on high idle sounds good won't stay running in gear when dealer mounted it was supposed to rebuild. Changed fuel lines and pumped fuel by hand no difference. Had compression checked 100 plus all 3 cylinders. Any help to get started...
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    Wot for a 1973 65hp Evinrude

    Picking a prop for 73 65hp Evinrude do not have a service manual could someone tell me if what wot rpm should I be looking for? Thanks in advance have 3 props on hand to try.
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    Buying a new prop 75 hp Evinrude

    looking to get new prop for my 15' trihull is any one prop better than others and why?
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    Any 7.5 hp reinstall lower unit tips

    Changed impeller on my 7.5 Mercury having trouble getting things lined up. Any tips on how to this would help greatly.
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    14'sea nymph

    Was in the process of buying a 14' sea nymph problem is past owners decided that the plate that holds info was a great place to clamp trolling motor I can read most info but some of it is gone. Max hp 25 Max weight people 650 max people and gear 850 have hin need model and max number of people...
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    7.5 Mercury impeller

    Looking to get new impeller for 7.5 Mercury sn 6241478 I boats lists 2 part numbers. How do I know which one and about what year is this outboard? Thank you for help
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    Year of 70 hp Evinrude

    Looking at a 70's Evinrude 70 hp s/n j3846476 at one time I had web address that give this info but lost it. Thanks in advance
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    1971 Starcraft SS Transom Cap

    I have a 1971 Starcraf where can I get a transom cap for the right side. just repowered with 1977 70hp evinrude need to rework transom this winter and cap is missing. any help would be great. thanks
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    Prop for my 1978 evinrude 75hp

    I have 1977 starcraft capri 15 it is in good shape for age. it is powered by 1978 75hp evinrude had this same post in winter but now have more numbers to share speed 30 mph prop michigan super prop in great shape 13 1/4 x 17 rpm 5400 12 gallon fuel 3 adults 1 child 320,225,130,90. this combo...
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    Smart tabs on trihaul

    I have 1977 starcraft capri 15 and was wondering if anyone has smart tabs on a tri?
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    water impeler change Johnson 50hp

    I am going to change impellers on 73 50hp it is electric shift my bigest question is shift linckage i know it not the same as my 78 75hp what shoud i look for.
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    ? about smart tabs.

    I have reentered the boating world after a few years out (15-18) got a boat from a buddy. It"s a 77 starcraft capri 15 with 78 evinrude 75hp. after a little work on carbs she runs great. BUT when i ski it just needs a little out of the hole. not her problem I am just over 300 and after 15 years...
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    1977 Starcraft capri 15 recarpet.

    I have a 77 starcraft capri 15 was getting ready to put in new carpet then thought it needs new vinyl on side walls. To make long story short old vinyl held water and bottom of side ply wood is bad. so i removed them that is when i found the board that makes the bottom of pocket was bad to in...
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    I have an older Mariner outboard.

    I have a 8hp mariner it is older but i dont know year. On tag it says 8m 601 S #012272 Any help would be a great help would like to rebuild carbs and impeller so kids could use to fish thanks.
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