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    Battery/Alternator/Starter Problems

    I have a Mercruiser Model 5.7/LX 350 MAG V-8 1996 that has been running great since putting it in the water early May. I was out all day last Monday and left a light on inside, draining the battery until I returned Saturday. I brought the battery to a nearby shop and the guy brought it in the...
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    Gear Oil Hose Connection

    I have a 1996 Alpha 1 Gen 2 out drive with the reservoir gear oil setup. I had a leak and noticed the hose transporting the gear oil from the transom to the gear case was disconnected at the transom side. To replace this hose must the whole gear case be removed? Do you think I'd be able to...
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    Gear Lube and Winterizing

    I recently found out I had water in my gear lube and I'm sure further damage has been done. I'm only familiar with winterizing by flushing with antifreeze through the outdrive. Is there any other way to winterize the engine without further damage becuase of the gear lube problem or can I...
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    Mercruiser Model 5.7/LX 350 MAG V-8 1996 Misc. Problems

    I recently purchased a 1996 Thunderbird Falcon with the above noted engine and a Mercruiser Model ALPHA ONE (GEN.II) 1996-1997 out-drive. The seller described the exhaust as "snub nose" not requiring exhaust bellows, and said to not life the trim while in the water because it will take on...
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