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    How to test rectifier for '86 DT-85 ??

    Does anyone have the ohm values to test a rectifier for a 1986 Dt-85 ?? Also the ohm values for the optional replacement regulator/rectifier ?? I bought a used one from Ebay 2 years ago and I would like to test it before installing it. Honestly, I'm not even sure if it is the correct one...
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    Tilt and trim interchangeabilityDT85

    "I have a 1986 DT-85. The star "I have a 1986 DT-85. The starboard side trim cylinder is leaking because it looks like before I bough the boat that someone clamped vice grips on the rod and gouged it badly. In addition, I can't get the cap off. I've checked parts diagrams and there seem to be...
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    Still havenbt figured out this problemDT85

    "I bought a boat late last sea "I bought a boat late last season, it had been sitting for 4-5 years. I went through the whole darn engine. I rebuilt the carbs, replaced the fuel pump diaphragm and o rings, replaced the plugs, replaced the fuel filters (engine and separator), checked the timing...
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    Canbt get DT8516b CC into the powerband

    "I bought a 16 SportCraft CC a "I bought a 16 SportCraft CC a few months ago and have been ironing out the bugs. Now that I have it running well, on to the next problem. The boat came with a 19P prop and sounded like the engine was really lugging. It would only do about 25-28 mph. I installed a...
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    DT85 trimtilt service manual discrepancy

    "I have a 1986 DT-85, at least "I have a 1986 DT-85, at least by the serial numbers. However I've found discrepancies in my Clymer service manual. It shows the '85-'86 DT85 to only have two cylinders on the manifold. It states with this set up to fill the reservoir with it all the way down. My...
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    Anyone ever get a Michigan Wheel VortexXHS system to work

    "I ordered one of these Vortex "I ordered one of these Vortex props and the XHS hub system. It came in today and I just finished checking it out and trying to install it. I have a 1986 DT-85 which uses the same lower up to DT-140. The Michigan Wheel hub kit is supposed to fit this model as...
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    b89 85 hp for parts

    "I just bought this motor and "I just bought this motor and have decided to sell it for parts. Is there any market for it ??? It looks to be in good shape except for the fact that some moron ran it after the water pump failed. I'm just not up to an overhaul for it. What's something like that...
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    High performance reed valves

    I seem to remember reading her I seem to remember reading here about someone who makes high performance reeds for outboards. Does anyone know the name or have a link ???
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    DT85 problems after sitting 4 years

    "Ok, here's what I've "Ok, here's what I've done so far to fix a stalling problem going into gear on my 1986 DT-85 that sat for 4 years. Checked compression: all between 130-135. I rebuilt the fuel pump, rebuilt the carbs, and checked the oil pump timing.Cleaned out the oil tank and replaced...
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    Starter relaysolenoid problem50 Force 1989

    "I went to start my '89 50 "I went to start my '89 50 Force today before a prospective buyer came to look at it. It started just fine, in fact almost too easy. A bit later, it started acting weird when I tried to start it, no click at all from the relay and the voltage would drop from 12.9 when...
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    Need help adjusting shifter Force 50 wthreaded coupling

    "I just bought this boat which "I just bought this boat which has been sitting 5 years. So I decided to do some maintenance before attempting to run it. I bought a manual (not very good) and removed the lower unit to rebuild the water pump. The manual said to notwhere the coupler was , so i...
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    50 hp Forcewhere is serial number

    "I just bought a boat that has "I just bought a boat that has a 50 hp Force on it. The previous owner is unsure of the year, but thinks it is a 94. I need to order a water pump kit for it but he can't find a serial number. I live 2 hours away so I can't just run down there and look myself. I'll...
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