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    OSCO manifolds / risers

    I have a 1983 229CI (3.8L) Crusader V6, fresh water cooled. A while back I replaced original exhaust manifolds and risers with center rise OSCO (I could not find any risers for the original Crusader manifolds). It is time to replace the risers again (9 years in salt water) and OSCO is out of...
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    Spark plug confirmation 1993 Mercury 6 HP

    I am trying to confirm the right spark plug for a 1993 Mercury 6 hp 2 stroke (2 cylinder). It appears to be a NGK BPZH-N-10 but I have received some conflicting information. Can anyone set me straight? Thanks, Mike
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    propshaft seal leaking again or unburned 2stroke?

    You can use the tubing and fitting from a lower unit oil pump to complete your pressure tester. West Marine (and other marine stores) carry them. Here is a link and a picture...
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    Lower unit pressure

    I have a 1996 Johnson 30 hp motor that was getting a little water in the lower unit. I replaced the water pump and related seals, o rings on the fill and vent openings and performed a bench pressure test. It dropped from 13 pounds to 12 pounds over 30 minutes. Would that drop be considered...
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    Crusader 165 Carb replacement

    "I have a 1983 Crusader 165 &# "I have a 1983 Crusader 165 (229 CI V6) with a 2bbl Rochester carb that I am looking to replace. Has anyone dealt with this company? http://www.flyingfishcarburetors.com/ Or any recommendations? Lots of places with marine 4 bbl, but have not found much for 2...
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    More ethanol on the way

    "Last month, the EPA was asked "Last month, the EPA was asked by the ethanol producers to approve putting ethanol in gas at 15% (E15), before required testing has been done to see what it will do in engines (new and existing). We are currently being forced E10 in about 75% of the gasoline in...
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    2002 Tohatsu 5hp 4 stroke

    "This engine has very low hour "This engine has very low hours on it has been extremely reliable. Though the hours are low, I figured I was due for an impeller because it has been several seasons. The service manual spelled the procedure out and it came apart cleanly and a new impeller, wear...
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    Manifold riser gasket

    "I am in the process of replac "I am in the process of replacing original log style V6 manifolds with OSCO center rise (no OEM available). It is a fwc system and in the old setup there is a ss block off plate between manifold and riser in addition to gaskets. The fresh water mounting kit...
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    Heat exchanger pressure cap

    I'm replacing the heat exc I'm replacing the heat exchanger pressure cap on a mid 80s Crusader V6 and was trying to find out what the appropriate pressure is for the cap. The old one is beyond recognition. Thanks
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    Crusader Model 165 229 CID

    Looking to replace exhaust man Looking to replace exhaust manifolds/elbows for FWC engine. Seem to be able to find the appropriate elbows but no luck on the manifolds. Any suggestions?
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