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Chris1956 replied to the thread Power Trim (70s Model 1).

The left most image is how my '77 Merc 1500 was wired. I do not remember a fuse in the circuit. The terminal block is used just so...

Oct 4, 2025
tpenfield replied to the thread Solar charging batteries.

I've learned a few things the hard way over the past few years with solar and LiFePO4 (LFP) batteries. - Expect about 65% of the rated...

Oct 4, 2025
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Pmt133 replied to the thread Trailer Load musings.

I haven't scaled mine since the rebuild but I can still pickup and move the tongue, it's just quite heavy. With my weight it should be...

Oct 4, 2025
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froggy1150 reacted to Pmt133's post in the thread Source for bearing buddies rubber plug with Like.

Mechanics stethoscope is one of the best tools someone can add to the tool box.

Oct 4, 2025
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telstar1 replied to the thread Yamaha F20 no spark..

So the charge coil would be the generator under the flywheel I m guessing?

Oct 3, 2025
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Mc Tool replied to the thread M9540 24 speed parking brake.

insurance ? accidental damage Just finished some commiserative beers with neibour , he been here half a day trying to pull out a stump...

Oct 3, 2025
tg3690 reacted to The Force power's post in the thread Force 120hp Major Overheat with Like.

Have you inspected the thermostat for clear passage and/or fully opening? Is this oil; exhaust "oil" or gear oil?? It could be unburned...

Oct 3, 2025
Lou C replied to the thread 1979 Cobalt 18DV w/ MerCruiser 260 and Alpha 1 - No Raw water to engine.

that, or the muffs do not fit tight enough the true test would be does the flow look the same if the boat is in the water I like these...
Oct 3, 2025
nola mike reacted to stang320's post in the thread destroyed 2 gimbal bearing tools trying to dislodge a seized bearing. still stuck with Like.

drilled a billion holes in the outer ring till it collapsed and i then pulled the center out.

Oct 3, 2025
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Mc Tool replied to the thread 2 Stroke Oil Thread.

There are other differences other than the bushes / bearings , also there are pistons with g oil retention grooves in the thrust faces...

Oct 3, 2025
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Mc Tool replied to the thread Opinions of engine owners. Least trouble and lower cost. Carburetor or F I ?.

Do tell 😏 still getting them girlie adds huh 😄

Oct 3, 2025
BB63QM posted the thread Power Trim (70s Model 1) in Mercury & Mariner Outboards.

I am converting from manual trim assist to power trim. I have managed to find all the OEM parts (pistons, brackets, hoses, pump...
Oct 3, 2025
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saltchuckmatt reacted to Crosbyman's post in the thread 1975 Johnson 25hp weak spark with Like.

if you compare various resistances from the coils and they all look alike look for a bad condenser. otherwise swap parts one by one...

Oct 3, 2025
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pwilke posted the thread 120hp Force year? in Force & Chrysler Outboards.

Can anyone tell what year this motor is by the graphics on the lid? The motor is not with me now. Thanks for any info.
Oct 3, 2025
aspeck replied to the thread M9540 24 speed parking brake.

Deep breaths until you see what happened.

Oct 3, 2025

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