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    2000 Merc I/O Alpha throttle Cable adjustment?

    When trolling and need a small increase in throttle, there is a lot of play (slack} in the throttle handle before the speed increases. The handle also has to overcome the slack before slowing the motor. I tried to tighten the holding screw on the handle. All that did was make the handle harder...
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    1967 Evenrude 9.5 ?

    Starts good and runs fine thru all power ranges for 15 min then dies and won't restart. Row back time ! Vent on tank is open. Bulb is not crushed. Water still squirting out hole. Is there something that is prone to fail on this old engine? Any ideas what to check next? Thanks Moondrifter
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    Volts goes down as RPM goes up.

    This might be a question that is unanswerable. 2000 Merc 190 HP Alpha one. Had it since new. Been like this since new. At idle the dash volt meter (new)shows it is charging close to the output at the battery. As I speed up the engine the volt meter goes down to 10.5 v . A merc guy said it will...
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    Can this be the right oil?

    Was going to change the oil in my 2000 Mercruiser 190 hp trip and tilt pump. A boater at the marine said it calls for 10w30. Anyone done this oil change? I don't think I will get it all out and am again'st cause a mixing with other oil problem. Thanks Moondrifter
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    Power steering question?

    2000 Merc I/O 190 hp alpha drive. My power steering is getting harder. Is there a maintence required ? I grease the lower grease fittings every year and check drive belt tension on the pump. The oil has never been changed and is slightly overfilled. This puzzles me any sugestions ? ? Thank Yu...
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    2000 190 hp. Tune question.

    Every few years I change plugs, cap, rotor. Seems to keep the 4.3 merc happy. (This is just the electrical tune). Is there anything else that should be changed due told old age, while I have the cap off ? Thanks Moondrifter
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    2000 4.3 alpha 1. Power steering oil question.

    I have lost about 6 oz. of power steering oil in 2-3 months. Checked the bilge, found no oil. Any ideas as to where it's going? Is there any past issues with this type problem. Thanks Moondrifter.
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    Power steering fluid question.

    2000 4.3 alpha one. Power steering fluid was low enough to make the pump whine a little. I have not seen any fluid in the bilge, BUT HAVE NOT CHECKED IT IN YEARS. Refilled the pump and it was quiet and no leaks. Can regular power steering fluid with stop leak be used in this system. thanks...
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    Will AGM batterys be OK in my boat?

    I have 2 regular type ,(flooded cell), 2 year old batterys in my 2000 4.3 190 hp, Wired thru Guest switch.(Off,1, both, 2, position) I use only 1 battery on a outing and alternate each time out and turn the Guest switch off each time when done. The Mando alternator is 70 amp output and checks...
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    Is there an adjustment for slack/cable?

    2001 Mercruiser 4.3 2bbl carb. When trolling, when trying to slow, there is a lot of movement in the handle before the motor slows. Abute 3/4 inch from touching faster to going slower. Cables are fine, the play is in the control. My old outboard had an adjustment for this. Is that option...
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    How to lube and save your cables.

    This method will lubricate any cable,make it very smooth to move and displace moisture buildup to extent it's life. 1-Disconnect on both ends.Not lower unit shift cable . Later on that. 2-Slide a large 14 inch piece of tubeing over the highest end of the cable.(Helm)Hose clamp it to the metal...
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    87 4.3 temp fluctuation.

    This is for a friend who just had his water pump assy changed but temp raises to 200 when at idle. There were no pieces broke off the old impeller. The thermostat was changed last year. I found the thermostat housing online but looks like it is not made anymore. It has check balls inside...
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    2000 4.3 190 hp carb. Blue main engine electrical connector problem.

    While looking for a wierd solution as to why the voltage at the console is so much lower that at the back, I moved the large blue connector that is mounted on the back of the engine. The engine sputtered once. We were on the water and wanted to look into it after done for the day. There must be...
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    Volt guage at the dash.

    Volt guage in dash reads a little less than battery voltage at idle,(understandable). The more rpm's the lower it goes. It will go down to 10v at 3000rpm. . Not having charging problem. Had the altinater (Mando), checked and it is fine. At the alt reading is 14.3 and at the battery it is same...
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    What is a good price for transom rebuild? 2000 4.3L

    Hi Guys! I have a 2000 4.3 190 hp Alpha 1, Gen 2 Mercruiser/800 hrs. Been looking to have some preventative maintence done. All rubber like Bellows, Little Bellows, Shift cable kit, Water impeller, check all other things. In Illinois prices very quite a bit What would be a fair price with Merc...
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