Thanks Jeff, will try this weekend and keep you posted.

I have a 1969 9.8 Merc. The lower unit needs repair. I have removed the Gear Housing Cover which looks like a large retaining ring with threads on the OD. I can't get the other parts out and don't...

What is the 'trick' to pulling a coil off its post? I've tried a small two prong puller, but no success.

I have a 1955 or 56 Elgin with the 5-7.5-12hp selector 'switch'. I am missing the key, does anyone know where to find them, or does someone have one that they can make a copy? Thanks.

The 58711 is a none shift model. Just be ready to go when it starts.

Thanks for your reply. It has the sealed stator type. Serial #3199798. I will try cleaning the coil pigtails.

I have a 1971 7.5hp Merc. I can only get it started when it is in gear so that it will throttle past the start position. There is no spark when throttle is in the start or less than start positions....

Got to have spark. You can try cleaning old plug with wire brush, set gap at .030 With plug removed and wire connected, ground plug to block and spin flywheel. If you have good spark, good...

You did not say, but I am assuming there is no spark. What you call the bell housing is the flywheel. You can rent or buy a flywheel puller to remove it. Once it is removed you can clean and set the...

Thanks all. I guess someone must have had a bad experience with Pennzoil.

Can anyone confirm the gas oil ratio for my Mark 6A as 16:1 and should I use a SAE 30 or 40? Should I use the two stroke marine oils?

Thanks for the tip. Can you advise me on the correct lube for the lower unit, should I use 80/90 gear lube or a high quality grease? It's a 1959.

Thanks for your reply. Have you ever taken apart? If so can you describe procedure?

I will check cable. No reverse unless you spin 180 degrees. Any suggestion on how to free-up throttle handle, I've tried penetrating oils. I found diagram on-line and there is a roll pin connecting...

Thanks racerone, motor runs (forward only) just want to fix these other issues. And yes I agree, would rather repair than throw parts and money at it.

Recently purchased 1959 Mark 6A. Has a few problems, the steering/throttle handle assembly is froze. The gears inside the cowl that move carb and magneto move freely. Also, the cable shift assembly...