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    Cobra trim/tilt loosing pressure

    92 Four Winns 4.3 Cobra. Last year I noticed the outdrive would loose some trim extension as it sat on the trailer over the weekend. Checked fluid level and external leaks but this does not seem to be the problem, the bypass is snugged too. I have the drive pulled to reseal the lower prop...
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    Another leaking outdrive question

    1992 FourWinns with 4.3 Cobra. Pulled drain plug on drive and oil is yellow milky. Had a vacuum tester along. It leaked down from 6 inches in 12 minutes. I am going to replace the drain plug washers and try again. Didnt have a pressure tester available. Pulled prop and no fishing line was...
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    Problem in reverse

    I have a 1985 Merc 35hp w/ TnT, A186065. Recently I have noticed when in reverse, the motor no longer stays locked down. The trim is functioning fine so I am wondering if during my spring maintenance, I accidentally moved a locking lever? I looked around but nothing obvious seems out of...
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    New controls

    "I have a 91 Cobra 4.3 and hav "I have a 91 Cobra 4.3 and have been reading about the SEI conversion of the outdrive to a Merc style. It seems pretty straight forward except the part about needing controls that move the cable in the opposite direction required by OMC. What would be an...
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    Replace impeller or wait

    "I picked-up a neglected 1985 "I picked-up a neglected 1985 35 horse merc two years ago. Much time spent getting it to run reliably. Had to rebuild TnT pump housing, replace fuel pump, lines, carb float/seats, and remote controls. Purrs like a kitten now. I have read several posts with...
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    Where is Stuart Hastings now

    I purchased a 92 Four Winns in I purchased a 92 Four Winns in 99. Researched on Cobra's prior to that and printed out Stuart's articles. These have been a tremendous source of info. I see them still referenced when someone asks about shifting difficulties. Nothing new from him on the subject...
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    Difficulty finding Cobra 43 coolant hose

    "I have a 92 Four Winns with a "I have a 92 Four Winns with a 4.3 Cobra. I need to replace the coolant hose from the engine's water pump to the thermostat housing. Similar to the lower radiator hose. I ordered a NAPA 18-71337 that is for a Mercruiser (no Cobra listings). Can't find any part...
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    Cobra tilttrim replacement parts

    "I have a 4.3 cobra with a slo "I have a 4.3 cobra with a slow static leak-down. Pump/valve body checked out OK. Found a pair of used rams on ebay that proclaimed to work perfectly. Went to a local hydraulic company to test prior to installation and these also have a slow leak. I purchased a...
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    92 43 Cobra tilttrim pressure loss

    "I noticed this past summer as "I noticed this past summer as the boat was trailered that over several days the lower unit would loose some tilt height. No issues noticed in the water, but suspect it will only get worse. I had the lower unit off for maintenance reasons and notice the...
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    Neutral only button issues

    I have a 1985 35HP merc with r I have a 1985 35HP merc with remote control. The "neutral only" button is getting very reluctant to push in and disengage the shifter. I removed the unit from the boat and want to repair it over the winter. What is the usual culprit or what should I look for as...
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