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    Squeaking noise after replacing prop

    Hi, I had to remove the prop from my 2006 F150 to have it worked on and when I replaced the prop I gave it a spin, by hand, to make sure the prop shaft was not bent. When I spun the prop I noticed a squeaking noise. I can't tell exactly where the noise is coming from. The noise is not...
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    Replacing corroded part

    Hello, I have a 2006 Yamaha F150 that has developed some corrosion in the lower unit area. I have attached a pic of the corrosion since it is somewhat hard for me to describe where it is at. My intentions were to sand down the corroded areas then prime and paint, but when I got into the job it...
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    F150 motor bracket question

    Hello, I have an 06 Yamaha F150 that I have been having problems with the trim/tilt. If the engine is running about 1200 rpms and trimmed as far up as possible, and still pick up water, when you trim the motor down it makes a strange noise. This started a couple of trips ago and the problem...
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    Flushing with vinegar

    Hi, I have read some of the posts about using vinegar to flush their saltwater motors and want to give it a try. I have been using Salt Eliminator to wash down the boat and external motor. It has an attachment that mixes the S.E. with water to form a spray. I intend to use the attachment...
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    Ethanol concerns

    Hi, I have a 2006 Yamaha F150TXR that I have always tried to run non ethanol gas in. It has become pretty much impossible to find non ethanol gas in our area (north west Louisiana) and I am concerned about the damage ethanol can do to my engine. That being the case can you answer the...
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    Help with corrosion removal

    Hello, I have a 2006 Yamaha F150 that has developed some corrosion on the lower unit. I discovered it when I removed the prop to lubricate the splines. It is kind of hard for me to describe where the corrosion is but it is inside of the space where the thrust washer sits. Due to its location...
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    Lubricating power trim unit

    Hello, I have a 2006 Yamaha F150 and I will be doing the maintenance on it this fall. What I want to know is do you need to lubricate the tilt and trim rods on the power trim unit? The manual does not list these parts as needing lubrication. I have always felt that anything that is metal and...
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