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	Name:	Hogwild01 -
	Subject:	Engine idle
	Date:	4/5/2008 5:36:36 AM

I have a 40 hp Merc that is a 4 cylinder. It's a 98 model. Here's the problem: If you get it to idle good, it's hard to start and if you get it to start easy, it loads up a idle and dies. I've had a couple different mechanics go thru the carbs, but still have the same problem. ANY IDEAS???

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Engine idle - Hogwild01 - 4/5/2008 5:36:36 AM

Engine idle - Psycho - 4/5/2008 9:07:06 AM

Requires a rare combination... - LifeTime Laker - 4/5/2008 12:28:03 PM

Challenge.... - CAT BOAT - 4/5/2008 1:49:15 PM

Challenge.... - Psycho - 4/5/2008 11:22:59 PM

Challenge.... - Hogwild01 - 4/6/2008 5:13:13 AM

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