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Currently running a 14x60 flat bottomed welded boat with a 1990 2-stroke 20hp merc.The hull weighs around 450lbs and usually carries two guys 5 gallons gas and 50-100lbs gear/beer.My last two props have been 10 3/8x13p alum. (Mercury brand) that have provided good overall perfomance only...

Im in the process of changing the bearings on my Caulkins trailer.There is a lot of corrosion on the spindle where the seal rides and also two small holes.The dust cap has a grease nipple but no spring and cup like a bearing buddy.I am assuming the two holes provide relief when pumping grease...

In the process of tuning a 15hp Johnson and have discovered fuel leakage from carb bowl gasket.New gasket at store costs $18 versus $23 for entire carb kit if I get online.Float,valve and other gaskets are like new and would like to hold off on kit until I decide to sell motor.Was wondering...

Still waiting for a review of the new 25/30 hp efi Suzuki.Searched the net and could only find one unbiased(not a sales rep)test.Something with power and weight of a three cylinder two stroke but uses less fuel may justify the price of a new motor.Jury still out?

Anybody own the new Suzuki 25/30hp efi motor?Been scouring the net for a review thats not from a salesman or Suzuki rep. Any sites that I could try?

Does anyone know if I can use an automotive style tachometer on an outboard with cdi ignition?If not is there something cheap similar to a tinytach that can be used on different motors for tuning purposes?

Want to determine year of manufacture of Yamaha outboard have model# and serial# but no date.Is there a website or do I have to contact dealership?

My buddy is thinking of buying a 2003 Johnson 25 and was asking me if they were good motors but I recall hearing about problems with 2000s era motors.What were the "bad" years for these?Are the parts the same as 80's and 90's models.When did Bombardier take over?My friend complains its hard to...

I am all for clean air and water however in this time of rapid fossil fuel exploitation what relative impact do small 2-cycle motors have?A drop in the bucket.If Lakes and other areas want to limit pollution or horsepower that's fine. I am sharing the waterway with diesels and big-blocks.No...

Recently mounted an old johnson 15hp on a 16' welded skiff for the purpose of tuning it before I sell it. Got the motor to run smoothly, however wont get completely on plane.The boat weighs approx. 300 lbs. and is totally flat and 60"wide.The motor revs out with a 10" prop and doesnt seem like...