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    OMC/Johnson/Evinrude controls reassembly

    I've searched the forums here and elsewhere, but can't find anything helpful. I bought a mid-late 80s Johnson 90 hp that came with controls but no keys. I took it apart and replaced the ignition. Now that it's back together, I realized I'm having issues getting the controls to work. I've...
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    Mercury Verado too heavy?

    I'm considering replacing my current (blown) motor with a Mercury Verado, but I'm concerned it may be too heavy. The boat is a 1993 Lund Baron 2100, rated for 200 hp. I currently have a 2 stroke Mariner 175 Magnum EFI on it. I found a 200 hp Verado for a good price and would love to have a 4...
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    What’s involved in upgrading to Verado?

    Looking to repower my Lund after my 1993 mariner 175 died. I found a good deal on a 06 Verado 200 hp. What would be involved in converting/replacing the controls etc to work with a Verado? Any idea on cost of parts? Planned on getting a similar motor to the one that died, but this deal puts a 4...
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    Outboard Controls Compatibility

    I had a cylinder go down on my 1993 Mariner 175 Magnum EFI, so I'm looking at swapping it out with another used outboard (way cheaper than a rebuild). I found a 1997 Mercury 225 hp. I know the 150-200 hp mercury/mariner motors in those years were basically identical and my controls should work...
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    1 cylinder low compression

    1993 Mariner 175 Magnum EFI (2 stroke) I have one cylinder that has very low compression. All other cylinders are testing good and look good through the spark plug hole. The bad cylinder has low compression, but the piston itself appears to be moving properly if I turn the flywheel. The piston...
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    removing old fuel from tank

    I recently purchased a 1993 Lund Baron 2100. I got the engine running on an external tank, but I need to get the onboard tank drained. Its 60 or 80 gallons, not sure which or how full it is. It sat for 8 years before I purchased it, so draining, cleaning the tank isn't optional. Any suggestions...
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    Fuel flow 1993 Mariner 175

    Situation/background: Recently purchased a 1993 Lund Baron 2100 GranSport with a 1993 Mariner 175 EFI Magnum serial# 0D188725 (not sure if that is a "O" or zero). That is an oil injected 2 stroke. Long story short, I bought the boat from an elderly man who purchased the boat, had it tuned up...
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    96 Mercury 75 suddenly lost spark

    Trying to get the boat ready for 4th of July, but all the local mechanics have been booked a month out, leading me to ask for help diagnosing the issue. I can't get a shop to diagnose anytime soon, but they are willing to quickly get me parts if I can diagnose it. Situation: 1996 Mercury 75...
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    Help with tunnel hull jet

    I just got a 1648 Landau flat bottom with a jet tunnel. I mounted my Evinrude 50/35 jet on it. The mounting job seems to be good... I can run wide open and through fairly rough water without sucking air and causing cavitation or ventilation issues. I can also turn sharply with no issues. The one...
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    Electric start mercury 110 9.8 hp

    I just picked up this motor and am amazed at how little information I can find on it. Merc 110s are super common, but I can find very little on the ones with factory electric start. Does anyone out there have any info or could point me in the right direction? Looks to be a '78 by serial #...
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    Help finding part

    I just purchased a 1978 (I believe) Mercury 110 9.8 serial number 4996631. It needs a new starter if I can find one within a reasonable price range. However, so far I can't find anything available. I believe the part number is 78011 but everything I pull up shows unavailable and/or no longer...
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    Help needed setting up tiller handle for 1993 Evinrude 50/35 Jet model E50JETB

    I didn't get any responses in the engine category, so I thought I would repost it here. I just purchased this motor, model E50JETB. The guy had it hooked to steering controls, but told me he had a tiller handle for it if I'd rather have that. Picking up the boat, we had issues with the power...
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    Help needed setting up tiller handle for 1993 Evinrude 50/35 Jet model E50JETB

    I just purchased this motor, model E50JETB. The guy had it hooked to steering controls, but told me he had a tiller handle for it if I'd rather have that. Picking up the boat, we had issues with the power pack and I got distracted from checking out other components such as the tiller handle...
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    25 hp Evinrude jet- no power

    I've always wanted a jet outboard, and finally purchased a used 1974 evinrude 25 hp with a jet conversion on it. I know jets lose about 30% of their power after the conversion, leaving this motor actually in the 15-20 hp range. I normally run an 18 hp mercury on this boat, pushing it about 25...
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    Transom wood

    I've been working on rebuilding the transoms on two Jon boats. Everywhere I go to get untreated exterior plywood I get looked at like I'm crazy. Everyone tells me they don't have it and can't get it. They tell me I can get marine grade or a waterproof sub flooring, but all exterior grade is...
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    Proper lumber and treatment for trailer bunks

    I have an early 90s 28ft Harris pontoon on a Bobcat trailer that needs the bunks replaced. I recently found out first hand of the corrosiveness of pressure treated lumber with aluminum. So what should I be using for lumber for the new trailer bunks. Planning on using 2x6. Should I be buying...
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    28 ft Harris FloteBote

    Last summer I got a smoking deal on a 1992 28 ft Harris FloteBote with trailer and 70hp Merc. I did some research after the purchase and haven't been able to locate any details on this boat. I was told it was a rental and was made with heavier duty components. Not sure if that is true or not...
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    Pressure treated vs aluminum

    I mentioned this in another thread and it was suggested that I start a new threat for this, so here goes. I recently bought a 14' aluminum flat bottom that had no transom board. Boat looked good on inspection so I brought it home and put in a pressure treated 2x6. I had never heard of the new PT...
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    Advice needed: Aluminum flat bottom transom replacement

    First post here guys. Just wanted to say thanks for all the help you have been from the archives. This is one of the best forums I've seen. Everyone is helpful and the information is always relevant and to the point. Kudos to everyone who contributes here. Now to the point.. I bought a 20'x6'...
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