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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Deck Replacement | 7/20/2008 | Daniel Patten |
| Q: I have a 1988 Citation 19' boat (3.7 ltr Mercruiser I/O) with a fiberglass hull. The deck in the ... A: [This is 3rd time thru if you have prev. ver. please disregard this., the browzer window times out ... | ||
| trim and tilt problem | 5/27/2008 | Everett Peacock |
| Q: mercruiser power trim tilt pump. ? Drive will lower but can not trim up using switch no sound from ... A: sounds like the trim limit switch has gone bad....back at the engine, there are two sets of wires ... | ||
| 1986 4 winns trim tab wiring | 5/25/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I have a 96 fours winns...there are two wires that go thru the were the motor is bolted on. the ... A: i thought your boat was in the water! You need to be able to get at the wire terminals to replace ... | ||
| tilt/trim | 5/24/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: The problem I am having is the tilt up/down isn't working. When I press the button all that happens ... A: you need to do a maintenance overhaul on the wires and trim limiting indicators plus indicator ... | ||
| bass boat 17' nitro 125 hp merc | 5/23/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: bought it a year ago, when i take off it pulls hard right, can a boat be out of alignment? once I ... A: i think you need to adjust the problem by using the trim tab. This is located on the lower engine ... | ||
| 25 hp Mercury 2 stroke | 5/22/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: This motor is about 4 years old. The last 2 times on the water, I noticed that It was running great ... A: Have a conversation with a mechanic about the prop. It sounds like your money saving has come back ... | ||
| gel coat | 5/22/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: i have a sail boat with a deep scratch about a foot long o the hull.i was told that it needs to be ... A: Fiberglass repair kits or gelcoat kits are not expensive in themselves. You are probably getting a ... | ||
| 100 hp mercury outboard | 5/21/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I have two questions or problems with a 100 hp mercury outboard S/N:OC189024 #1- the engine starts ... A: #1 List of things to check: fuel tank either empty - hose incorrectly installed - vent ... | ||
| Larson 180 SEI Power Steering Problem | 5/21/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I have a 2004 Larson 180 SEI with 3.0 Volvo-Penta engine and Volvo-Penta SX and have a power ... A: Bob, Possibly the trim tab needs adjustment. Keep the distribution of boatload, make sure the ... | ||
| Loud beep on a 2000 Johnson 35hp | 5/20/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I was out fishing this weekend and when i was trolling, after maybe 10-15minutes suddenly a loud and ... A: i think the alarm sounds due to a problem with the oil. Johnson uses a variable ratio oiling (VRO) ... | ||
| Boat repair | 5/20/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I have a 1998 Lund with a 50 HP Johnson, the motor starts and runs great, I have 2 problems. When ... A: Problem 1 Check the wiring of the ignition - loose connections, corrosion etc Kill Switch - ... | ||
| 1990 15 hp. gamefisher outboard | 5/20/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I bought this motor as is not runing found out it had no spark so I found 2 coils on the net. sears ... A: Here's a few ideas and checks: check the fuel supply hose installation is the fuel vent ... | ||
| Pontoon Deck | 5/19/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: My 2005 Palm Beach Pontoon boat has water coming up through the decking in the middle front of the ... A: What you ought to do is get the boat out of the water and make sure the hull is not damaged. If it ... | ||
| 1979 mariner 28e 28hp wont idle | 5/19/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: cant get it to idle runs good high rpm bt let off and it dies tried cleaning carbs opened fuel ... A: Your choke is the cause. Follow the service manual instructions, identify the butterfly plate and ... | ||
| 88 Bayliner Capri | 5/18/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: 305 Inboard with outboard drive. Here is the problem: Grinding noise when you engage motor and ... A: Sorry to reply so late. Take the lower unit off and strip out all the components. If nothing is ... | ||
| 15hp evenrude won't start | 5/17/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: my 15hp evenrude engine wont start i changed the plugs but it still won't start please help. A: sorry for late reply Have tested the charge in the battery? The problem is in the starter circuit. ... | ||
| impeller | 5/16/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: where is the impeller located,how do i change it and do i need any special tools to do it, the motor ... A: the impeller is found in the lower casing. You access it by taking the screws off the casing and ... | ||
| Prop won't spin | 5/15/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I have a '93 4.3 liter Mercruiser with Alpha 1 outdrive. The forward gear will engage and the ... A: sorry for late response. Yes you need to get the motor out of the water and follow this procedure ... | ||
| scout 1994 transom repair | 5/14/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: i have a 15.3 that has a cracked transom i wnat to fix it mayself where do i start? A: i'm not familiar with Scouts. However if the transom is fiberglass, then you can fix that with resin ... | ||
| boat alarm | 5/14/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: When starting the boat for the 1st time this year an alarm sounds. Last year the dealer said it was ... A: the alarm also sounds due to the automatic oil blend system. You distinguish the problem by ... | ||
| 5.0 Merc cruser | 5/13/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: 5.0 L-220 HP Mercruser I need the location of the Blue Drain Plugs. Thanks A: sorry for the late response. I believe the blue drain plugs for your model are located either ... | ||
| pull rope is tight | 5/13/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: i bought a 9.9 that was just rebuilt. thats what i was told i haven't tryed starting it because the ... A: you need to remove the bolts attaching the recoil assembly and gently lift it off. Pull the ... | ||
| 4.5 mercury | 5/12/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I have a 4.5 hp 1985 mercury,cleaned the carb, replaced the points, but will still not idle. I had ... A: Coil Checking remove the spark plug caps and measure the resistance between the high tension wires. ... | ||
| flywheel 30hp mariner | 5/12/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: flywheel keeps coming loose what do i do A: i believe your magnets are the reason for the flywheel coming loose: Get a magnet glue kit - 2 part ... | ||
| won't start | 5/12/2008 | Everett Peacock |
| Q: I just bought a 1988 Thompson 24 FT. I can't get it to turn over with the ignition however it will ... A: it sounds like a solenoid..you should have 12 volts to one of the small wires connected to the ... | ||
| outboard motor | 5/11/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: what is the procedure for installing a new water pump impeller in my 90's 25 hp yamaha outboard A: use your manual if you've got it, but here are some instructions to follow for replacing the ... | ||
| Mercury 225 EFI Leaking Gear Oil From ... | 5/11/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: It looks to me like my engine is leaking gear oil from the joint between the lower unit and power ... A: Check the seals to find which one is causing the leak If you find the seals are the problem, ... | ||
| my 1989 bayliner force engine is idling high | 5/11/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: i just purchased the boat : bayliner capri bowrider 4 cylinder force engine, i thought the engine ... A: The light smoke is fine as long as it is not dark and goes away after a short period. If the gas / ... | ||
| Mercury Outboard flooding | 5/10/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: Wethered, My husband has a Mercury outboard motor. It started flooding. We were out fishing and on ... A: your the first person to call me that! What you need to do is clean the carburetter with spray ... | ||
| motor mount floor repair | 5/10/2008 | Everett Peacock |
| Q: 1986 wellcraft aft cabin with merccrusier 350 right side floor motor mount is not holding floor ... A: you can remove or replace the mount but when you are done you have to realign the engine with the ... | ||
| OMC runs rough! | 5/10/2008 | Everett Peacock |
| Q: I have a 1989 OMC Cobra, 351 5.8L, Ran great everytime before, sat for a winter and wouldn't start. ... A: you should replace the condensor when replacing the points... and make sure they are gapped ... | ||
| tilt/trim wiring | 5/10/2008 | Everett Peacock |
| Q: I have a 1983 4 Winns with a Mercruiser 470 in/out. The wiring to the trim sensors failed. ... A: First of all, the trim sensor is seperate from the trim motor wiring..one side of the gimbal ... | ||
| Steering Wheel | 5/10/2008 | Everett Peacock |
| Q: I have a 2004 Stratos 285 Pro XL I have taken the nut off the steering wheel but I can't get the ... A: yes there is a special tool to remove it but here is how to do so without one..put the nut back on ... | ||
| 1981 Johnson 150 | 5/9/2008 | Everett Peacock |
| Q: I have an 81 Johnson 150 that has startup problems. When i flip the key, it turns over and starts up ... A: when you saw the choke lever do you mean the warm up lever??? does it have a VRO if not check the ... | ||
| shear pin breaking | 5/8/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: i have a 1975 johnson 25hp im trying to use on a 15ft glastron till i rebuild my 90.the engine does ... A: If engine is not idling at it's designated speed then you need to fix that and then the shear pin ... | ||
| 1990 40 HP EVINRUDE | 5/8/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: CHRIS, ON MY FIRST TRIP TO THE LAKE WITH MY BOAT, THE ENGINE ON MY BOAT POWERED UP AND RAN WELL FOR ... A: i think the problem lies in the engine over heating. This as you know is to do with the cooling ... | ||
| Leaky Searay | 5/8/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: I have a 1988 Searay 180 Bowrider. She takes on water when I launch and when I get back to the ... A: From your description, You might have a leaking transom assembly. This would be evident when the ... | ||
| no speedometer | 5/7/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: i have a 2006 bayliner 185 xt 4.3 mercruiser inboard and the speedometer does not work,any ideas on ... A: i imagine the wiring is faulty. Replace the wiring, ensuring that you use the correct one for the ... | ||
| temperature guage | 5/7/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: Just a question. I have a 79 Johnson 35HP outboard, which recently has overheated to the extreme. I ... A: in answer to your question. Yes it is possible to put a temp gauge and sensor, but i am not sure ... | ||
| 1984 260 merc crusier | 5/7/2008 | chris Wethered |
| Q: when the engine is at idle speed it over heats, when you rev it up it cools down to normal ... A: you need to check the impeller for wear and tear. You also need to make sure the cooler unit is not ... | ||
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Everett Peacock
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Marine repair questions
Experience
35 years experience boatmansbargains.com
Organizations
Taught Marine electronics at NOVA CC IN ALEXANDRIA VA
Education/Credentials
certified, Yamaha outboards,yamaha stern drives, Mercury outboard, Mercruiser, Evinrude. Johnson, Mariner, suzuki, Volvo Penta, Honda,
Awards and Honors
service exelence award ( yamaha)
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