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    Can you date this Merc?

    Local marine consignment shop has nice lookng Merc 9.9 that is just about what I'm in the market for.<br />But! No one seems to know exactly what year it is.<br />Can someone help me out? Serial number is: OA947150.<br />Thanks.
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    Never heard of this make.

    I've "inherited" a small boat from a deceased relatives wife. Has no i.d. plate or name on hull. Found an old registration card in it. Says it's a "Cadorett" or Catorette" (hard to read) Also looks like the year is stated as 1968. Interestng little boat (12 ft); has a true cathdral hull...
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    How to free up seized engine?

    One of my landscaping customers recently gave me a 1970 Merc 7.5. Was stored in his shed for at least 10 years. Motor looks good, no signs of a lot of use. But! can't turn over the engine. I squirted "PB Blaster" penetrant into the cylinders, and tapped the pistons lightly daily. But...
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