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    5.5 sea horse engine isses

    Re: 5.5 sea horse engine isses Hello, on this model, remove the powerhead first to gain access to the shift rod coupler, and disconnect it, then the lower unit/gearcase assembly can be un-bolted and removed with drive shaft. Then the water pump housing bolts (4) are removed with housing and...
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    15HP Powerhead - scored bores?

    Re: 15HP Powerhead - scored bores? I agree, that engine was run with crappy dinosaur oil (petroleum based) and probably has carboned up the second ring, and resulted in some blow by and loss of compression, hence the minor scoring due the the scuffing. Some of this occurs if you have a head...
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    Restored 1954 Johnson CD-11 5-1/2 SeaHorse

    Well, can you guess? Yes, I finally found my pictures a couple years after my last computer crashed, I'm much better as a mechanic, and only dangerous on computers! Anyway, here is a nicer picture than the tired out of focus one I have posted before:
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    Evinrude replacement block on my 9.9

    Re: Evinrude replacement block on my 9.9 Woops! Pictures would help, huh? Thanks, indexing is a better term isn't it? :) Notice the 8 bolt thermostat cover, and unpainted head. This is the retro fit kit that was a factory update some dealers installed on the 15 engines, Leroy mentions it on...
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    Evinrude replacement block on my 9.9

    Here is the 1975 'Rude dude engine block I scored from an OMC/BRP dealer and marine salvage company in the south San Francisco bay area, near the Sacramento river delta. At $125.00 including shipping, it was a deal I could not pass up. It was a fresh water only engine whose life was cut short...
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    Restoring a Johnson CD-12, 1955 5-1/2

    Re: Restoring a Johnson CD-12, 1955 5-1/2 My CD-11(1954) was in far worse condition than either of those engines above, it had no decals and was painted olive drab, transom bracket clamp screws seized, carb was corroded inside, all the rubber lines were rotten, very low compression (25 PSI)...
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    Restoring a Johnson CD-12, 1955 5-1/2

    Re: Restoring a Johnson CD-12, 1955 5-1/2 Great engines, they typically need the coils replaced, water pump and carb rebuilt, and check that the lower unit is not leaking. I added the Mikunin pump mod. Tom's outboard page is down, or I would put a link to this excellent site on rebuilding a CD...
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    Poll: Whats your favorite OMC fishing engine?

    Vote for your favorite FISHING engine! So many things to consider on this, but my choice is base on several factors: Reliability Power Ease of starting and operating Low profile Low speed (trolling) Secondary considerations: Ease of service and parts availlability( this is related to...
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    questions for restoring my 76 evinrude 9.9

    Re: questions for restoring my 76 evinrude 9.9 Hello, I have done several re-paintings of engines without complete tear down and had excellent results. Remember, the original finish was applied to these engines AFTER they were mostly assembled. You can get the original OMC paint at any BRP/OMC...
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    1991 Johnson 90 hp V4 fuel pump question.

    Hello all, My saltwater fishing buddy tells me his 90hp 1991 Johnson (VRO) won't run without squeezing the fuel bulb continually. He also tells me a 16 gauge wire came off the engine ( the crimp on ring terminal broke). This all happened after he changed the fuel filter with a new one, and he...
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    How do I decide if engines are worth restoring?

    Re: How do I decide if engines are worth restoring? See picture below of the 1954 CD-11 I restored and painted myself. I spent about $250.00 on this project, including parts, decals and paint. Most of the time was spent cleaning and sanding the old paint, prepping it for primer and color...
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    1954 CD-11 restoration

    Here is a summary of what my 5-1/2 HP Sea Horse needed to get it back on the water fishing: 1954 Johnson CD-11 Restoration This engine was rescued from a church storage shed by Paul Kralig who gave it to me around 2004. One of the transom clamps was seized in the bracket and I broke it off...
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    a heartfelt thanks

    Re: a heartfelt thanks CD-11 owner , right in there with ya buddy, lotsa memories, and all worth it. Smooth trolling and running engine, although it a bit thirsty on gas and oil compared to my 1975 9.9. The 1954 CD-11 Seahorse 5.5 does about 5 knots with two adults and my twin seven year old...
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    1955 Johnson 5.5 CD-12 project

    Re: 1955 Johnson 5.5 CD-12 project Here is a picture of a restored one to keep you motivated, I spent about $300 including paint and decals:
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    1954 Johnson CD-11

    Re: 1954 Johnson CD-11 OK, here is a link w/ photos on installing the Mikuni pump, it better that the duck works article by a longshot. http://www.outboard-boat-motor-repair.com/Johnson/Pressureized%20Fuel%20Tanks.htm Take a look at the photo of my 1954 CD-11 that is modified for a single...
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