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    Winterizing?

    Hi Folks. Best wishes to all and hoping Sandy didn't slam anyone too bad but i'm sure there is some suffering out there as an aftermath. A possibly simple question for most and just checking prudent procedure. I own a 1989 Mercruiser 3.7L inboard, outboard. Apart from draining the heat exchanger...
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    Install of lower shifter cable

    Hi guys. I am following advice from earlier threads and am about to replace the lower shifter cable on my 1988 Mercruiser 3.7 L but have three questions before i start. My supplier provided me with a Quicksilver replacement part...Possibly after market...yes? I ask this because i was earlier...
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    Stops engine on shifting into gear

    Hi Guys. Had a few problems, replaced heat exchanger after it froze this winter and added a new 4D battery. Now it starts and have run it up to operating temperature several times, runs smoothly. This is an 89 Mercruiser 3.7 L engine in a 22 ft Starcraft. Problem: When i try to shift into gear...
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    How it works

    Hi Guys. This question is from a ,Duh Newbie, and will represent my lack of knowledge very clearly. Recently purchased a 22 ft Starcraft with a 3.7 L inboard and i believe a Generation one Aplha Stern Drive. Got to operate the boat before i bought it, was on the water several hours and like it.I...
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    slow turning

    Hello are you out there. I have a 1988 Mercruiser 3.7 L. It has been laying up all winter, started and run for a while only once. Trying to get it underway for the season and cant get it to start. It seems to turn over very slowly and drain down battery power quite quickly. Have checked...
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    Frost Plugs?

    Hello. Have had a lot of help with my last project so am seeking info on a new issue. Is there a link i can access or somebody who can tell me how many frost plugs and locations for a 1988 Merc cruiser 3.7L engine? Thanks in Advance. Theboyner
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    heat exchanger repair

    Good Day all. For those of you who have been following ,i have chosen the path of right and ordered a new replacement exchanger from AAA Marine Parts Wholesale out of Bellingham Washington. Best price around at $425.00 plus,plus etc.Thanks again for all who tried to help. I have a new question...
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    heat exchanger repair

    Yo, first time virgin but have enjoyed the quality of threads i have been reading. If anyone has done this in a home shop please pitch in. Can a 4" heat exchanger be repaired. steps or process would be welcome. Tks theboyner
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