Archive for July, 2009

Suzuki Motor Corporation

Tuesday, July 14th, 2009
Brenda Williams asked:

The Suzuki Motor Corporation has been in business since 1909 and its headquarters is located in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan. The current CEO is Osamu Suzuki and the current COO is Hiroshi Tsuda. The company's main source of revenue comes from the manufacturing of motor vehicles and light trucks. The company also manufactures motorcycle and outboard motors. Suzuki Motor Corporation has a revenue close to $20 billion. There are currently 45,000 employees within the corporation. Their website is located at http://globalsuzuki.com. Suzuki has become the 12th largest automobile manufacturer in the world today based off of production volume. The Suzuki Motor Corporation has become so large that it has 35 production facilities in 23 countries and 133 distributors in 192 countries worldwide.

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Used Boat Motors – How to Inspect and Buy One

Monday, July 13th, 2009
Mark Ralph asked:

A dependable boat motor is just as important for your safety as the boat itself.  Without one, you might end up using your hands as a paddle.  Knowing what to look for when searching for the best used outboard boat motor will save you money, expensive repair costs and a lot of aggravation. In this article you will learn a little about the boat motor and what to look for when buying a pre-owned one.

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How do fix a carb in a mercury 1500 outboard boat motor?

Monday, July 13th, 2009
asked:

I am leaking gas from my mercury 1500 outboard motor. I was told its the carb but I cant find anyone to ttouch it for under 300 dollars. Can anyone tell me how to fix it my self or give me a link on how to fix it?

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what othr year parts will fit my 1984 mercury 35hp outboard motor?

Monday, July 13th, 2009
pacou8122 asked:

I have a 1984 35hp outboard motor. what other year carbs will fit this motor.

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How do you know your outboard motor is pumping water properly?

Sunday, July 12th, 2009
micky d asked:

Its a 1975 40hp Evinrude outboard. I have a 89 15hp evinrude and i can see it circulating water and coming out through the spout on the bottom on the motor casing. However the 75 doesn't have the same spout and im not sure where it comes out or if it is even supouse to. I have experiance with newer motors but i haven't dealt with older motors. Any imput would be apperciated.

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Does anyone know where I can find a Briggs & Stratton Electric outboard motor?

Sunday, July 12th, 2009
tdids1420 asked:

I live on an e-lake and am searching for a Briggs & Stratton electric outboard motor. I've heard they discontinued making them but I'm sure there are a few used ones out there for sale.

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How do I transport an outboard motor from Australia to NZ?

Sunday, July 12th, 2009
Tahini Raving Weirdo asked:

I am buying a 35 HP Yanmar Diesel outboard motor in Australia, because they don't seem to exist anywhere near me here in southern NZ. Problem is: How do I get that thing to my house, where the boat is?
Can't very easily slip it in the mail, can I?

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what would happen if an outboard motor falls in water?

Sunday, July 12th, 2009
julio b asked:

im thinking of getting a square stern canoe and rig it with a 2.5 hp outboard. If the canoe flips over, would i loose the motor? thanks!

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how do i change the gear oil of my 1974 british silver seagull outboard motor?

Friday, July 10th, 2009
rene asked:

its an old outboard motor and i lost the owner's manual. I don't know where to drain and fill the sae 140 grade gear oil.

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I would like to know the difference or advantage between an inboard verses outboard motor in a boat?

Friday, July 10th, 2009
marcia r asked:

If anyone could give me some details in the differences or advantages of which boat to buy....inboard verses outboard motor when purchasing a boat?
Will be used for fishing boat and water skiing boat in lakes

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