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    1978 4HP Gnat clutch help

    Hey guys! I have a 1978 Mercury Gnat engine I picked up cheap as it was missing a few parts. I managed to get it running after fixing one thing after another. I currently have the lower unit apart to re-seal it. While I was running it, I noticed the prop turns regardless if it's in gear or...
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    One of the latches was stripped out. I have since repaired it.
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    Okay, I'll check the starter and the insulation. I suspect the insulation is deteriorating. It doesn't seem to make the noise at idle. Just vibrates. I'm assuming any engine damage would be there at low rpm, as well. "Tinny" is the perfect way to describe it.
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    I didn't think so. I'm pretty sure I'm just not used to the old two-stroke. Any recommendations on what to look for noise wise?
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    Just an update. I did grease and reassemble the motor and got a chance to take it out the other day. It seemed to run well! Though it did seem a bit noisy. Almost like a high-pitched rattle. Could the worn splines be making a noise? I thought no. Perhaps I'm just not used to the old...
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    No signs of rust. Just some decent wear on the shaft splines.
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    Thanks for the reply. The guy I bought the motor from days it sat for 5 years or so. There was very little grease in the splines and it had going hard. This one is a 1979 by the way. You think it's got some life left in it?
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    That is exactly what I Planned. Grease it up and run it. Glad to hear you don't think this is too bad. I heard the 200s were known for spline wear. Wasn't sure what is considered bad. Thanks for the help!
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    1979 Model 200 20hp shaft spline help

    Hey guys! First time posting here. I have a Model 200 20hp outboard that I was changing the water pump impeller on and notice there is some pretty good wear on the splines. Is this sort of normal for a 45 year old motor? Is the crank shaft causing this wear? I would assume the crankshaft...
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