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    1982 Yamaha 55hp C55ELRQ no Reverse with exceptions.

    I have a 1982 Yahama engine model number C55ELRQ, Ser. no. 663L325708. The last time I used it it would go into reverse but I have never been able to apply much acceleration without it grinding. If I just put it in reverse and let it idle back it will do fine. Now I cannot get it to go into...
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    1992 55 HP Rough Idling In Forward Gear

    My engine runs rough when I put it in forward gear. It will run fine if I increase the throttle. If I put it in reverse it idles fine no roughness but as soon as I put it in forward gear it runs rough and might quit. That presents a problems when driving it onto my trailer. The model number is...
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    1992 Yamaha 55 hp Leaking oil

    My 1992 Yamaha 55 hp engine has a oil leak from around the propeller shaft or hub. The oil is very thin and black. Could this be from excess gas being pumped in the the engine from priming or could it be something else. The reason I say excess gas is because sometimes the primer bulb doesn't get...
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    2000 Yamaha 25 hp 4 Stroke Idles but won't accelerate

    I am at my wits end. I purchased this boat around the middle of November 2014. As a precautionary measure I replaced the Prop, changed the oil, replace the water pump (impeller) and changed the oil in the Lower Unit. When I purchased it, it started right up and seem to run ok. I took it to the...
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    Yamaha 175hp Engine

    I am thinking about buying a Winner Bass Boat with a 1988 175HP V6 Yamaha Engine on it. The engine model number is: 175ETLG, SER. NO. 402122. Can anyone tell me something about this engine. Is it prone to problems and what to look out for. It is a good looking rig. If I can I'll send the link...
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    Mercury 40 HP 1982, Lower Unit Stuck

    I have had this unit off a couple of times but this time it won't come off. Need to replace the water pump. I removed 4 bolts. The unit separates about 1/2 inch but won't go any further. JB has always been a great help to me. I hope he's still there and can help me once more. Thank you for any...
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    Water leaking from around number 1 spark plug 1982 40 hp

    I have a 1982 40hp Mercury engine. I have a water leak from around #1 spark plug. This makes the 2nd time I've changed the gasket. This time I put a little extra permatex around the spark plug area. I replaced the gasket 28 Mar 2010, waited to start it the 29th. It seem to be working as there...
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    Mercury 40 hp 2cyl 2stroke No lock on reverse

    My engine tends to raise out o My engine tends to raise out of the water on reverse. I do not have a trim and tilt system. What could cause this problem. Thank you. JP
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