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    2003 YAMAHA 225HP 4S

    The 2003 Yamaha 225HP Four-Stroke (F225) is a solid motor, but there are a few key points you should know about that year and model: Common Issues to Watch For Exhaust corrosion: Early 2000s F225s were known for exhaust housing corrosion. If not already inspected/replaced, this is something to...
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    2004 Mercury 115 2 stroke - oil injection block off plate

    If you’re looking to block off the oil injection on a 2004 Mercury 115 2-stroke, you’ll need a simple oil injection block-off kit/plate. Mercury used oil injection on those motors, but a lot of owners choose to remove it and premix their fuel for peace of mind. The block-off plate itself is...
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    Best Outboard Motor Brands for Reliability and Long-Term Use

    Hi everyone, I’d like to get your opinions on outboard motor reliability. Over the years I’ve worked with brands like Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, and Suzuki, and each has its strengths. Yamaha seems to be praised for durability. Mercury offers great performance and parts availability. Honda is...
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    BRP outboard old but funny

    Yeah, BRP outboards have a bit of a reputation like that 😅. The old Evinrude/Johnson (OMC) designs that BRP inherited were solid workhorses — simple carbs, strong blocks, and plenty of torque. They could take a beating and still fire up, which is why a lot of us still run them today. What’s...
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    1965' Mercury 50hp 11 Spline Prop

    On your 1965 Mercury 50hp, the 11-spline prop shaft means you’re dealing with the older "small gearcase" setup Mercury used on a lot of their inline 4-cylinders from that era. Prop Size Range: Most commonly you’ll see props around 10–11" diameter with pitch options ranging from 10" up to 15"...
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