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Chris1956 replied to the thread Can't get it to pump water, 35hp.

I do not have any experience on your motor. However I have had IL6 motors from the same era, which have mostly the same design. If the...

May 21, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread outdrive primer paint.

Sure. That is overkill, IMO

May 20, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 115HP Mercury TOP (Tower of Power) questions.

The serial number (Maxrules) puts it at 1982. The question is whether it is a derated 150HP TOP with the power ported pistons and...

May 20, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 2005 PLSOR cuts after starting.

Gee, see if the powerpack has the yellow/red wire from the starter solenoid feeding it with power. A wiring diagram will show it...

May 19, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 2005 PLSOR cuts after starting.

On my Johnny 150, the yellow/red wire from the primary starter solenoid terminal runs to the ign keyswitch and the powerpack. If...

May 19, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 2005 PLSOR cuts after starting.

Some of the powerpacks used on Johnnyrudes use battery voltage when cranking, like my J150EXECD. When the starter stops, the battery...

May 18, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread What is the correct name for this breaker?.

Replace with a marine-rated circuit breaker. They should last longer in the marine environment and should be spark protected.

May 16, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1987 150…Bleed Line Dumping Fuel.

Gee, isn't it a concern that so much fuel is in the bleed system? I would think that would point to a carb issue, no?

May 16, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread What is the correct name for this breaker?.

Gee, wire the bilge pump directly to the battery, thru a small inline fuse if you have one. A bilge pump, even if it shorts out...

May 16, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1994 Evinrude 140 water pump question.

So that is a no on getting a service manual? Just curious.

May 16, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread 1994 Evinrude 140 water pump question.

A service manual is in order. It will explain exactly how to do it, what adhesives, greases and permatex products will substitute for...

May 13, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Osmosis in gelcoat.

Gee, fix the few blisters you already have, and then apply an epoxy barrier coat to prevent more blisters. If you launch it now, you...

May 13, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Perco bat switch problem.

Does the ign click when you turn the key, or is there silence?

May 12, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Hesitation at wot help.

I would not think the VR would do the stuff you desribe. Since the charging and ign coils share an iron core on the stator, I thought a...

May 12, 2026
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Chris1956 replied to the thread Orange/Black Carpet.

Overton's has black marine carpet. Regular indoor-outdoor carpet has lots of colors. Not sure if they have orange or not.

May 12, 2026

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