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    Need Help/Advise Re-install '89 150 hp

    This spring I had to remove my console and in the process needed to remove all of my motor wiring/controls. I took tons of pictures but my camera sh*t the bed and now I'm completely in the dark. To make matters worse I relocated the batteries from the splash well to the console and also...
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    Fuel Tank Problem

    boat BW Outrage 1979<br />motor Johnson 1989 150hp<br /><br />I am only using 35 gallons of my 66 gallon tank. After fueling up I only use 35 gallons before I need to refuel. I think I may have a broken pickup, but the fuel tank doesn't have a port near by to check or to make a repair. Any...
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    Yamaha won't start- Need help trouble shooting

    1988 Yamaha V6 Excel 220 hp<br /><br />Was out motoring around the other day and with the engine idling went to trim the motor up and the motor just died abruptly. Tried to start it and nothing...would not turn over. Jumped the starter directly from the battery and it started. Drove it back...
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    2000 Yamaha 9 HP 4 stroke pull cord to charge battery?

    Can I charge my battery with my 9HP 2000 4 stroke pull cord engine? If so how? The engine is not electric start.
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    What guage wire from battery to fuse box?

    I am helping my brothers wire there late 80's J/24 sailboat. The boat is equiped with minimal electronics:<br />Running light<br />3 interior lights<br />depth sounder<br />boat speed indicator<br />lighted compass<br />12 volt plug (cigarette lighter type)<br />Mast light<br /><br />The boat...
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    Proper mounting height for 150hp on 20' Whaler

    Can anyone help me out in determining the proper height to set a 150hp Johnson on my 20 Whaler Outrage? The motor is currently mounted, though before I put the boat in the water I want to check it and move it if I need to.<br /><br />Thanks
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    Cleaning old Awlgrip painted boat?

    My 22' aquasport was awlgrip (or similar) painted before I purchased it 3 years ago. It is in need of a new paint job. I am trying to sell the boat and would like to clean up the appearance without having to repaint it. The appearance is dull with winter stains.<br /><br />What waxes should I...
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    Steering stuck

    just bought a '87 whaler outrage with a '87 johnson 150 and the steering seems to be stuck....<br /><br />What to do?<br /><br />Boat hasn't been used in 4 years<br /><br />Thanks
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    Which Gauges on '87 Johnson 150HP

    My new boat has only a RPM guage.<br /><br />What other gauges are available, and or necessary?
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    Pressure check used Fuel Tank?

    Can anyone add insight to how someone would inspect a used inboard gas tank before using it?<br />Pressure test? If so how and can an owner do it?<br /><br />I believe that the tank has been replaced from looking at the deck seam and mis-matched screws, but can't tell for sure.<br /><br />I...
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    Proper Start after long sit Johnson 150 1987

    The boat I purchased has been sitting for at least 4 years if not five. I purchased the boat with the thinking that the motor is dead. It was winterized.<br /><br />What is the proper procedure in order to try and start an old motor after a long sitting time?
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    What year Johnson 150 hp and 15 hp

    Does anyone have the years for the following engines:<br /><br />150HP M#J150TXCUR S#R 7499964<br />15HP M#E10ELCTC S#E0306965<br /><br />Thanks
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    Re-build What?

    When an engine says its been rebuilt what does that mean?<br /><br />When does an engine need to be rebuilt?<br /><br />And last, is it true that an engine can only be rebuilt once?<br /><br />Thanks
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    Need Help Trouble Shooting, Suzuki 200hp 1988

    Engine info: 1988 DT200 "V" Suzuki Exante (voice alarm modual"<br /><br />Condition:<br />Engine starts and idles fine<br />When Opening the throttle, the RPM stop at 1400<br />Above 1400 the engine acts as if it is starving for fuel or flooding with the timing not advancing.<br /><br />Pump...
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    Exante and Low Fuel Warning

    Anyone know if the Low Fuel Warning will trigger "Safe" mode engine (limited RPM)<br />My fuel gauge crapped out and now the engine won't pass 1200 RPM's. Feels like its starving for fuel.<br /><br />Does anyone know if it is possible to disengage this audio alarm. Its a real pain. If I can't...
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