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    1978 Johnson O/B starter problem

    I recently started experiencing problems with my starter. When I go to start the motor, once and a while the starter gear doesn't "engage" into the flywheel. It seems to me that the gear is drivin "up" mechanically, not electrically, so maybe it's just sticking? It's only happening...
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    Old "mixed" outboard fuel

    I have a 1971 16' Avenger ski boat that used to have a 1971 Johnson 125hp outboard strapped to it. Last year, I towed a guy who was "dead in the water" and ended up losing a cylinder. Nevertheless, I bought a 1978 115hp Evinrude outboard that I now use for my boat. I need to know whether...
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