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    Pre 1986 Mercruiser 228 V8 engine swap question

    Greetings~ My 1981 Century 3000 has a strong 228 Mercruiser but the boat needs a new transom & stringers so I'd like to pull the 228 out of the Century & drop it into a 1986 (preferably a 1998+) or newer boat. I've done some reading about the rear oil seal being a 1 piece design beginning in...
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    Crank seal kit for a 1964 Johnson 40hp

    1964 40 HP Johnson Super Sea Horse Model # RDSL-26R I've exhausted all other possibilities...pulling off the powerhead today. I'm looking for the correct crank seals. Thanks in advance for the help!
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    1964 Johnson 40HP bucking, misfire, bogging problems...

    1964 Johnson Super Sea Horse Electric Start RDSL-26R. Bucking and misfire but continues to run. Engine was sitting for many 15+? years and there is some oxidation on the exterior castings of the engine. So far we have: Drained all old fuel and mixed fresh 50:1, replaced all fuel lines, cleaned...
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    doghouse to bench seat conversion

    Greetings fellow boaters~ Has anyone here done a doghouse to bench seat conversion on an I/O ? I've got a 1981 Century Bowrider 3000 that I'm considering for this project. Before I get started, I'd like some insight. Thanks in advance for any help!
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    1964 Johnson 40 hp RD SL 26R Carb Kit and Neutral safety switch needed

    Recently aquired a '65 Shell Lake Lesabre 500 with a '64 Johnson 40 hp. Pulled the carb off last night. It's stuck at half throttle. We'll be cleaning it soon. Looked at the list of carb kits offered and it appears that there is not one available for the '64 Johnson 40hp. What happens if I need...
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    1964 40hp Johnson Fuel Pump needed.

    In the process of removing the petrified fuel line on my 1964 Johnson 40hp Super Seahorse, we cracked a boss off the platic portion of the fuel pump. I'm looking to buy a new fuel pump for this engine. Can someone tell me where I can find one and what part number I need? Thanks
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