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Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 30 August 2016, 13:59
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Posted By Lilbarwell
Hello from Bristol and Local Help Needed...

Although not necessarily a new member (I joined about 6weeks ago), I have been using the forums Engine & Props section with a number of queries and questions concerning getting me on the water in my...
Forum: Engines & props 30 August 2016, 13:46
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Posted By Lilbarwell
Mechanical Assistance Required; Bristol, South West & M4 Corridor

Having spent a fair amount of time on my new to me 10HP Mariner OB, I’m coming to the realisation that it needs a little input from someone who has the knowhow and experience in dealing with fine...
Forum: Bits and pieces 19 August 2016, 20:19
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Posted By Lilbarwell
Mariner Side Gear Selector

So I've just learn the hard way not to leave your outboard standing up...my 10hp Mariner has fallen on its side and snapped the plastic gear shifter.

I'm hoping that someone has a spare, perhaps...
Forum: Engines & props 17 August 2016, 20:34
Replies: 3
Views: 875
Posted By Lilbarwell
I'm fairly certain the choke is properly...

I'm fairly certain the choke is properly connected, there isn't much to go wrong and when the choke is on, the blue primer is fully pressed.

My main question is, should there be an obvious...
Forum: Engines & props 17 August 2016, 15:30
Replies: 3
Views: 875
Posted By Lilbarwell
Cold Start Problems, Perhaps Primer Issues? Mariner 10 hp

Gooood afternoon!

Now I’ve been having some ‘fun’ with my new to me, mariner 10HP OB and I’ve got it in fairly decent shape, just needs fine tuning now.

Thanks to everyone for your help...
Forum: Engines & props 08 August 2016, 09:05
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Views: 694
Posted By Lilbarwell
In part answer to my own question, looking at the...

In part answer to my own question, looking at the parts diagram a little closer, the cables do appear to be the same part No. so I assume the same length!

Now this means that something else isn't...
Forum: Engines & props 08 August 2016, 08:25
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Posted By Lilbarwell
Throttle Cable Lenghths and Install 10hp Mariner

So my 'restoration' of a neglected 10hp Mariner 2 Stroke is coming along great and actually almost finished!

I'm currently reinstating the tiller however have a couple of issues connecting up the...
Forum: Engines & props 04 August 2016, 10:38
Replies: 7
Views: 1,128
Posted By Lilbarwell
Do you have a link for 'Mercury parts finder'? ...

Do you have a link for 'Mercury parts finder'?

I've had a number of prices for a few bits, but nothing as competitive as that. Unfortunately they don't come as a pair either....

If anyone has...
Forum: Engines & props 03 August 2016, 11:53
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
All of the comments, suggestions and advice have...

All of the comments, suggestions and advice have been spot on and actually really helpful for future diagnostics of cars, bikes and boat engines! I should have arriving today in the post a...
Forum: Engines & props 03 August 2016, 09:20
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
I'll whip the thermostat out tonight and take a...

I'll whip the thermostat out tonight and take a look. I also intend on servicing the impeller so that should identify it's integrity; good for piece of mind also!

I attach a couple of...
Forum: Engines & props 02 August 2016, 22:03
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Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
Oh that's interesting! It flows great at first...

Oh that's interesting! It flows great at first and occasionally stops completely - I didn't run it for long in fear of over hearing.

My 6hp mariner, which pretty much looks identical (although...
Forum: Engines & props 02 August 2016, 19:32
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Posted By Lilbarwell
Always handy if you've some spares, I need...

Always handy if you've some spares, I need numbers 2, 8 and 10 from the following link: Swivel Head & Steering Handle for Mercury / Mariner (10 / 15 Seapro / Marathon-10 / 15 Viking (2-Stroke))...
Forum: Engines & props 02 August 2016, 17:42
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
So I had an absolute Eureka moment!!!! Thanks for...

So I had an absolute Eureka moment!!!! Thanks for all your help and advice it really has been much appreciated, I'm pleased to say she runs (and sounds pretty good too!)

I'm waiting on a...
Forum: Engines & props 02 August 2016, 14:10
Replies: 7
Views: 1,128
Posted By Lilbarwell
Thanks for your quick response. First impressions...

Thanks for your quick response. First impressions certainly align with yours and the OB isn't even that old (2006).

I will do a little more research and see what I can come up with, I'd seen a...
Forum: Engines & props 02 August 2016, 13:43
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Views: 1,128
Posted By Lilbarwell
Recommendations for New and Used Mariner Parts

I was hoping that you might be able to enlighten me on where's best to order new and used parts.

I have a 10 hp mariner that had been used on remotes and I'm converting it back to the tiller....
Forum: Engines & props 01 August 2016, 15:12
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
Thanks for all your advice. The plan is to get a...

Thanks for all your advice. The plan is to get a compression test hopefully this weekend.

In the interim and with me being the impatient person I am, I wanted to have another go at fuelling...
Forum: Engines & props 30 July 2016, 17:39
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
Thanks for the pics as well Fenlander, pretty...

Thanks for the pics as well Fenlander, pretty much what I was trying to swap over - the old style CDI with the new. If they're not cross compatible then a new CDI could be pricey (assuming the...
Forum: Engines & props 30 July 2016, 17:25
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
Hi Fenlander, yeah that's me with the molested...

Hi Fenlander, yeah that's me with the molested engine; I need to establish what's original and what's not.

I've actually reinstated the fuel filter (from my 7.5hp donor mariner), I also intent on...
Forum: Engines & props 29 July 2016, 21:48
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Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
Yeah that's not a bad shout, I did something...

Yeah that's not a bad shout, I did something similar with my last motorbike only using blowtorch to warm the plugs gently...she ebough it fits up - turned out to be a weak spark and a dodgy HT lead....
Forum: Engines & props 29 July 2016, 21:07
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
What would cause the spark to be weak under...

What would cause the spark to be weak under compression; solution perhaps new plugs and leads?

I've tried a little bit of everything, choke no choke, primer and easy start. I'm not exactly sure...
Forum: Engines & props 29 July 2016, 20:32
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
I don't know much about its history but the guy...

I don't know much about its history but the guy seemed really genuine (I know they all do) and I think he said it just stopped running. I'll drop him a message because he was really helpful.

The...
Forum: Engines & props 29 July 2016, 20:29
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
Thanks for your help Jeff really is much...

Thanks for your help Jeff really is much appreciated. I've just been out to have a look and compression seems strong so far as I can tell (thumb over the hole).

I tried putting the CDI from my...
Forum: Engines & props 29 July 2016, 20:25
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
The engine had been set up for controls so only...

The engine had been set up for controls so only had 1 kill switch - definitely not this since it does spark. I guess I need to establish whether the spark is strong enough.
Forum: Engines & props 29 July 2016, 20:18
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
If the plugs are wet with fuel but the plugs...

If the plugs are wet with fuel but the plugs appear to be sparking, what's the next step? Thanks!
Forum: Engines & props 29 July 2016, 20:09
Replies: 44
Views: 5,223
Posted By Lilbarwell
is there anyway I can check engine number against...

is there anyway I can check engine number against the number shown on the leg - ultimately would be good to know for sure where I stand.

I actually own another couple of Mariners a 6hp which runs...
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