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O/B Jet links (need some help fleshing this out)

Last post by redrum « 06 Jul 2016, 19:53
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by Ranchero50 » 01 Jun 2015, 19:21

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Jet Pumps:

Outboard Jets Inc. - Outboard Jet Makers

Leeroy's Ramblings - Outboard Jet Maintenance

Enhancing Outboard Jet Performance

Seven...

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The Enhancing Outboard Jet Performance link above mentions a previous article Jetboat Success . Here is a scanned copy of that article.

Here is...

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06 Jul 2016, 19:53

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Sketchy Shallow Run

Last post by jtf « 21 Nov 2019, 10:05
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by RiverBottomOutdoors » 12 Sep 2019, 12:49

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Shallow, rocky, sketchy run to fish a stretch of river I've been wanting to hit for a couple of years. This run is pretty much the limit for my G3...

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Having used both anchors in many bottom structures and river conditions, the toothed anchor is a bit better holder and easier to un-stick in rocky...

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Last post by jtf
21 Nov 2019, 10:05
Impeller polishing

Last post by handyandy « 11 Nov 2019, 10:48
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by Xpress165 » 11 May 2019, 15:50

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Anyone have their impeller polished and any shoe work done? Saw a guy on Facebook river rat pump worx that does it. People claim they get 2-3 more...

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I'm usually not looking for gravel/sand but my main river when it gets really low late summer/early fall is when smallie fishing is best, and some...

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Last post by handyandy
11 Nov 2019, 10:48
Merc 80 Jet Enough for my 1860??

Last post by handyandy « 11 Nov 2019, 10:37
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by flex2win » 25 Aug 2019, 21:46
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Currently running an Alumacraft MV 1860 w a 50hp Merc 4 stroke, Atlas Micro Jacker, Solas 11p Stainless. I see 32mph right now with this set up....

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An 1860 will be fine with a115/80 unless the boat is a pig weight wise, it won't scream, but it should plane out just fine. The funny thing a lot of...
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Last post by handyandy
11 Nov 2019, 10:37
Etec 60HO

Want real world numbers

Last post by handyandy « 11 Nov 2019, 09:40
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by RyanC » 06 Jun 2019, 11:28

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I have been on here snooping around for some time learning all I can about outboard jets. I am in the planning stages of a 1852 blazer sport. It is...

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I'd say 34-36mph depending on load and setup, sure some 60/40's are seeing this, but it will beat a 60/40 by far when your loaded down in terms of...

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Last post by handyandy
11 Nov 2019, 09:40
Twin jets

Last post by CedarRiverScooter « 20 Jul 2019, 16:46
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by Snowshoe » 20 Jul 2019, 15:16

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Can you run 2 120hp jets on a regular V hull boat? A friend just purchased one and I don't have a clue and neither does he. He bought it for speed.

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I have always heard that 2 engines are much less efficient than 1 of the combined hp. Not sure what the beam is on that 16 ft boat but 2 120 hp...

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Last post by CedarRiverScooter
20 Jul 2019, 16:46
weak reverse throttle

Last post by JL8Jeff « 09 Jul 2019, 22:58
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by kentam » 09 Jul 2019, 09:22

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I have a 90 HP outboard that has a weak throttle response when the control box is shifted into reverse. The forward has full throttle response. I...

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It sounds like there is too much slack so if you can tighten that up, it should help the reverse, the start up lever and even forward should come in...

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Last post by JL8Jeff
09 Jul 2019, 22:58
Has anyone ran the 4S SS impeller in a 2S

Last post by handyandy « 10 Jun 2019, 15:47
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by redrum » 26 Mar 2017, 07:16
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I have a new-to-me 95 Merc 45 Jet with the stock aluminum impeller. I sharpened up the impeller, which had been severely defiled :). It runs great...

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nice hopefully it isn't too wore out. I still have my old wore out one that I welded on sitting on my work bench, haven't gotten around still to...
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Last post by handyandy
10 Jun 2019, 15:47
mercury 60/40 rattle noise at idle

Last post by Gulf flats Ken « 26 May 2019, 15:36
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by Target » 27 Mar 2017, 21:19

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I have a 60/40 jet that rattles at idle. When I given it gas the noise goes away but comes back when idling. You can hear it especially during the...

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I have a new 2019 mercury 60 40 and it does the same thing from day one at idle and stops just above. I’m just past breaking in and still does it....

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Last post by Gulf flats Ken
26 May 2019, 15:36
Jet Comparison

Last post by redrum « 26 May 2019, 07:17
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by Blue Dawg » 22 Mar 2019, 02:44

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Got an 18’ Lund Jon. Tiller control. Gonna power it with a jet. How does Evinrude, Tahatsu, Mercury, Johnson and Yamaha 40 to 60 jets compare?
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Does the boat have a tiller prop motor on it now? What size engine is on it? Usually you see 115/80 or 90/65 jets on 18ft boats but the 60/40 may...

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26 May 2019, 07:17
Mercury 35 jet

Last post by redrum « 26 May 2019, 07:12
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by Stlhdr » 24 May 2019, 07:18

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It is surprising how little information that I can find about this engine. I'm considering putting it on a new build and I'm told that the difference...

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The only differences in the 35 jet and the 40 jet are the stickers, price and programming. They are essentially the same engine. Mercury just...

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Last post by redrum
26 May 2019, 07:12
Mercury 25hp jet Jon

Last post by Bbruch7 « 09 May 2019, 12:57
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by Bbruch7 » 17 Apr 2019, 15:26

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Hello everyone, I seen a post that was from 2012agiy had a grizzly tracker 1448 with a 25hp Merc jet. I’m looking at getting that motor and running...

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Thanks everyone! I love the pods on my 1448. I noticed a huge difference in planning out. My little 15hp 4 stroke prop will plain out and do 14mph...

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09 May 2019, 12:57
1660 Sea Ark

Last post by handyandy « 03 May 2019, 14:30
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by lucescoflathead » 21 Apr 2019, 11:12

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Thinking this will be my next boat. I want a tiller motor. Anyone running a 1660 JVT? If so what motor are you running on it? My plan is to buy one...

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don't take comments personally I wasn't knocking your boat. My biggest point was if you don't need a tunnel I wouldn't get one cause it will...

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Last post by handyandy
03 May 2019, 14:30
finally got my pods on

Last post by rotus623 « 08 Apr 2019, 14:59
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by handyandy » 28 Aug 2018, 13:12

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This has been a long time in the making, I had these pods made for me a while back. I made cardboard templates that I should have done a better job...

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Thats sick bro. Wish I could have seen it on your last trip down here......

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Last post by rotus623
08 Apr 2019, 14:59
2001 yamaha jet to prop

Last post by idruthrbfishin « 21 Mar 2019, 13:37
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by buckmaster27012 » 28 Aug 2017, 20:38

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I don't even know if this is possible, just checking to see if somebody has ever tried to do this? Probably will be giving Yamaha a call soon to see...

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Agree totally with handyandy. Get a prop motor if that's what you use most of the time. Switching back and forth will get to be a PITA.

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Last post by idruthrbfishin
21 Mar 2019, 13:37
25/20 outboard jet on a 12’ Jon?

Last post by idruthrbfishin « 21 Mar 2019, 13:31
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by Fishfried » 06 Feb 2019, 20:37

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Hello, first post here. I have some experience fabbing and welding on boats. I sold my jet boat years back and want to get a small one for fishing...

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I have a 1648 Crestliner and I ran a 25/18 Johnson on it for 18 years. I never won any races, but it got up on plane without any problem, and did...

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Last post by idruthrbfishin
21 Mar 2019, 13:31
E-Tec tiller on OMC 3cyl.

Last post by Xterminator GT « 17 Jan 2019, 17:02
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by Xterminator GT » 12 Mar 2018, 22:24
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My latest project is putting an e-tec tiller handle on my 56” OMC. My reasons for swapping it over are trim switch in the end of the throttle, it’s...

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I believe mine came off of a 60hp etec. I think the 60-115 etec tillers are all the same. If your on Facebook look up the OMC tillers page. Tons of...
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17 Jan 2019, 17:02
20/30 Johnson Jet leg.

Last post by JoshKeller « 26 Nov 2018, 17:12
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by shuether » 23 Oct 2018, 14:06

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So I've got a 1993 20hp Johnson and I've come across a jet leg I should be able to pickup for under $500CAD, depending on condition. My current boat...

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with a 180 lb boat, it should do just fine. the general suggestion is 25lbs per powerhead (not jet) horsepower

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Last post by JoshKeller
26 Nov 2018, 17:12
Jet outboard troubleshooting

Last post by overboard « 02 Nov 2018, 09:36
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by Crankbait » 23 Oct 2018, 19:36

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Hello guys. New to owning a jet outboard and I'm having a small issue and I hope I can get some input here. I bought a new blazer 1752 with a 60/40...

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Agree, just knowing the basic ins and outs of the impeller, the liner, and the shimming process, is a big plus to a jet owner, pretty simple to do on...

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Last post by overboard
02 Nov 2018, 09:36
Pump bearing grease hose

Last post by dhoganjr « 31 Aug 2018, 01:19
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by buckmaster27012 » 29 Aug 2018, 08:37

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My jet pump bearing grease hose has hole in it, should i just order one from outboard jets or is there something I can buy at local part store that I...

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I've always had good luck ordering through them. I have always had the part numbers of the parts I needed though. Ship to the house in a couple days....

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Last post by dhoganjr
31 Aug 2018, 01:19
Ideas for New Boat Design

Last post by jtf « 26 Aug 2018, 11:07
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by Vol423 » 05 Jul 2018, 19:41

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I sell boats built for Jet Outboards. They are built for me by a major manufacturer. Mostly what I sell are 1756 and 1856 semi-V hull boats with 4’...

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This isn't a good picture but shows enough of my boat which has side rod trays and a side anchor release to the rear. Both Hyde and Koffler web pages...

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Last post by jtf
26 Aug 2018, 11:07
Decreased WOT speed and RPM's

Last post by BigTerp « 16 Aug 2018, 11:50
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by BigTerp » 13 Aug 2018, 08:59

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1994 Johnson 50/35 on a riveted 1996 Tracker 1648. With 2 guys and fishing gear I use to get upper 20's spinning at 53-5400 rpm's. Nowadays I'm down...

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Makes sense. I'll give this a try.

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Last post by BigTerp
16 Aug 2018, 11:50
Mercury outboard fuel help!!!

Last post by richg99 « 03 Aug 2018, 13:37
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by Tenner » 18 Jul 2018, 23:12

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Alright here is the dilemma. I am pretty sure I’m running out of fuel at WOT.

Here is the info I have and what I have done. 1991 Mercury 90/75 Jet....

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Glad that your problem appears to be solved.

Thanks for posting back here. That will help the next guy who does a search with similar issues.
rich

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Last post by richg99
03 Aug 2018, 13:37
50 Merc for 1980 Hewescraft River Runner?

Last post by BigTerp « 11 Jul 2018, 08:39
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by JonnyRingo » 09 Jul 2018, 14:48

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I bought a 1980 Hewescraft River Runner and it came with an older broke 65 Johnson w/ a prop. I have a chance to pick up a strong running older 50hp...

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I have a '94 Johnson 50/35 on a riveted mod-v 1648. Pretty thin hull and overall a light boat. Before I beat the crap out of the bottom, I was...

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Last post by BigTerp
11 Jul 2018, 08:39
Tohatsu

Last post by handyandy « 10 Jul 2018, 12:26
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by jtf » 29 Jul 2017, 10:44
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Does Tohatsu still make their jet in two stroke?

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wish you could get a tiller on their engines over 50hp
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Last post by handyandy
10 Jul 2018, 12:26
First descent of a Jet boat down the Upper Gully

Last post by Vol423 « 06 Jul 2018, 08:17
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by jamesriverguy » 20 Sep 2017, 20:01

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River Road Jet Boats partnered with Creature Craft Inflatables to make a white water running jet boat. These are pictures of the First Descent of the...

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I have total contempt for the fools who did that.

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Last post by Vol423
06 Jul 2018, 08:17
Tunnel Design and Dimensions

Last post by Vol423 « 03 Jul 2018, 12:42
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by wdingus09 » 25 Jan 2018, 10:12

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Hey Guys,

Need some help. I had a thread over on another forum where someone was kind enough to post Outboard Jets recommended tunnel design. That...

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I used Outboard Jet's tunnel design for several years on the boats I sell but it is too short to protect the jet drive when trimmed all the way down....

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Last post by Vol423
03 Jul 2018, 12:42
20 hp jet

Last post by handyandy « 03 Jul 2018, 12:29
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by Stumpalump » 23 Nov 2017, 20:00

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Is this jet even worth considering? It's a 20hp which is just like the 18hp's that they built for years.
What size boat will it push? Will it plane...

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As I said before they're are some select waters that have HP restrictions only ones I know of are some ozark rivers that limited to 25hp at the jet....

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Last post by handyandy
03 Jul 2018, 12:29
WaterWeld to seal up holes

Last post by handyandy « 03 Jul 2018, 12:24
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by Ozark River Runner » 11 Jun 2018, 10:19

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I don't know if any of you guys do this but I usually keep a tube of WaterWeld or Steelstick (made by JBWeld) in my boat in case I knock a hole in...

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Melting a soft plastic bait can work in a pinch if you can get to shore and get the hole out of the water by proping up a side of the boat.

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Last post by handyandy
03 Jul 2018, 12:24
Merc 30jet dies at wot

Last post by JL8Jeff « 20 Jun 2018, 10:39
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by xFORBESx » 29 May 2018, 17:38
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Had the boat out for the weekend, ran good Saturday, then on Sunday the motor died at full throttle, and would start up again. After a few minutes it...

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Wiring can be so much fun! #-o My Mercury 60/45 came with a cut up wiring harness and the used controls I bought also had cut up and burned/melted...
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20 Jun 2018, 10:39

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