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    1961 Seahorse 5.5 Compression?

    I checked the compression on my motor today. Both cylinders read 55 PSI. I am assuming that since the numbers matched then I have no problems. Am I right or wrong, I can't find the recommended compression reading in my manual. Thanks
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    61 Johnson 5.5 Help

    Morning guys! Having a problem keeping my motor running, thought somebody can give me a tip on whats going on. Keep in mind, I am no ace mechanic! When I crank the motor, it starts off running fine but the throttle is sluggish, you may gap it wide open and it revs up one time, the next time...
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    HELP!! 1961 Seahorse 5.5 CD-18

    Hello all! Glad to find this forum, it seems really cool. Anyway, I acquired this johnson 5.5 free in a boat deal, so I thought I would tinker with it. I installed a new carb kit this week and it cranked on the 2nd pull! It ran good for a few minutes and then just quit like it seized up...
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