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    Proper fuel/oil mixture

    I am new to this section of the forum but not the forum. I just purchased a 1983 Mercury 3.5hp. Serial# 6278778 and need to varify the fuel/oil mixture ratio. Is it 50:1? Thanks Bob Koss
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    ELECTRIC CHOKE

    "Based on a recommendation in "Based on a recommendation in an earlier post I would like to know if there is an advantage to change to an electric choke? I have a 1989 Slickcraft with a MCM 5.7L Mercruiser and a 4MC Rochester carbureture Mercury No. 1347-9662. This is a project boat and I have...
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    TRIM LIMIT SWITCH PROBLEM

    "I have read all of the resent "I have read all of the resent discussions about Trim/Tilt problems searching for a solution for the problems I am having with my boat. The basic problem is the same as described in other threads. After re-assembly of the Bell Housing and outdrive, the Trim/Tilt...
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    NO OIL PRESSURE OR FLOW

    "History: I purchased a 1989 S "History: I purchased a 1989 Slickcraft as a project boat. It had been sitting for almost 3 years with the engine out and dissembled due to a dropped valve. All of the engine part where suppose to be in the boxes that came with the boat. (No Way). Rather then deal...
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    MERCATHODE

    "Can anyone tell me about the "Can anyone tell me about the Mercathode System? What does it do? How does it do it? And, is it needed on a trailered boat that is normally in the water for less then a day at a time?? Thanks. Your help is appreciated. Bob"
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    Replacement Steering Controls

    "I need to replace the steerin "I need to replace the steering cable on my project boat. The local Marine Trading Post recommends replacing my Rack & Pinion system with a rotary system. Which is the better system?? My boat is a 1989 24' Slickcraft with power steering, and soon to be running...
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    PreLubrication Procedure

    "I have just installed a 5.7L "I have just installed a 5.7L long block in my 1989 Slickcraft. The engine builder has a Pre-Lubrication Procedure that requires cranking the engine without the sparkplugs for 2 minutes after the oil preasure gage indicates oil pressure. I removed the oil sending...
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    Correct Starter Wiring

    "Can anyone tell me the correc "Can anyone tell me the correct way to wire the starter for a 1989 5.7 L 350 V-8. I tried using the wire diagram for the Mercrusier Shop Manual but it not clear. I also have a Selco Manual and that the source of my confusion. Seloc has 2 diagrams for my engine...
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    Engine Installation

    I need advise or recommendatio I need advise or recommendations for the installation of a 5.7L in a 1989 Slickcraft. I purchased the boat with the engine out and in pieces. I am installing a rebuilt log block. I would like to know if the engine should be completely assembled before installing...
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    Starter Motor

    "Can anyone tell me if Mercrui "Can anyone tell me if Mercruiser starters are different then an auto starter?? Or, can an auto starter be used on a marine engine?? Thanks Bob K"
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    T Valve wcheck ball

    "I am new to the group. Just p "I am new to the group. Just purchased a 1989 Slickcraft with a 5.7 Alpha 1 stearn drive. It was purchased as a project boat. Has been sitting with the engine out for 2+ years. (Dropped Valve). I will be installing a long block from S&S. I started cleaning the...
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