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    1969 Johnson 55 stuck in forward gear

    I just replaced my lower unit on a '69 Johnson 55hp model number 55ESL69C. It's stuck in drive. I've ruled out electrical problems. When I turn the key on and and shift, you can hear the solenoids moving around as I shift. I just replaced the gear lube as well (with a TYPE C lube). I have...
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    1969 Johnson 55 55ESL69C

    Does anybody know the what the difference is between a Johnson 55ES69 and a Johnson 55ESL69? My guess is that on the ESL, the "L" stands for "long". However, I picked up a driveshaft for it today, and I can't get it all the way in. When I try to get the lower unit back, it stops an inch...
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    Removing Retaining Rings

    I just bought a 1969 Johnson 55hp, model number 55ESL69C. I need to get the gearcase apart, but there's 2 very stubborn retaining rings holding in the shifting mechanism. Does anybody know if there's a special tool available for removing these rings? EDIT: Nevermind. I got an 11 inch...
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