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    1985 70 hp Johnson Tilt/Trim problem

    The tilt works fine, but the trim doesn't move. I have a charged battery, brand new relays, and clean connections and still the problem remains. The relays are (2) 12V 40a with 5 terminals. I'm not completely sure the wires are connected to the right terminals, but the power is in the center...
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    1985 70 hp Johnson Tilt/Trim wiring mess

    I recently had the transom of my boat repaired. After the motor was reinstalled, the tilt worked fine but the trim didn't do anything. I can hear a click in the relay when I push the toggle up but not when I push it down. Does anyone know anything about this? There are two relays. One has...
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    Smoke coming from starter

    I have 1986 Johnson 70h outboard. I found instructions informing me to engage the starter switch to test the voltage current into the starter. This is to diagnose whether the starter is bad or the solenoid. By the time to had the tester ready while the start switch was turned smoke was coming...
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    1986 Johnson 70hp Trim problem

    Can someone help diagnose/solve a trim problem? The tilt works as it always has, but the trim stays in the low position. I can hear the motor making its effort, but there is no movement.
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