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    Rectifier Cooked

    Well, We were at the lake today, got to our favorite fishing hole. Shut the engine down and smoke was coming from under the cowling. The red lead on the rectifier burned all the way through. Took the boat back to the ramp and pulled her out. I have a few questions on this one... 1. What...
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    6amp statoer to a 12amp

    Need to replace my stator. It came stock with a 6amp. Was looking on another website and they list a 12 or a 6amp for my engine. All of the other ignition parts are the same part #'s. Can I upgrade to the 12 amp with out any troubles?
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    Testing DVA voltage

    Will this work for check the peak voltage or do I need to get the CDI version of this which is 3 times the price? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/DVA-PEAK-VOLT-METER-STATOR-TESTER-DIAGNOSIS-TOOL_W0QQitemZ120145726293QQihZ002QQcategoryZ43976QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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    fuel/water separator

    Is it common to have a separator on an outboard. I have been told that they do not work on outboards. I have had water get in my fuel twice now, causing major headaches. I was hoping this might help with this problem. Is it done? How is it done? Does anyone recommend a brand? thanks
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    Is it worth parting out?

    I have been offered a 1958 or 59 18hp minus the lower unit for $50. Is it worth it to part it out or would I be wasting my time?
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    Turning up the Idle

    hi, I am new here and was hoping someone could give me some help. just got a boat with a 1975 85hp on it. I have done a bunch of work to it and it's running really good, but my idle is a little low. From what I have read here it should be about 700rpm in forward gear, it's around 600. How do...
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