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I'm beginning to overhaul an 87 johnson 48 spl and it doesn't appear to want to turn over easily. My question is, with the head off should I be able to easily turn the flywheel? I have to grip it good with both hands and put some muscle into it before it will turn. I am pretty certain it is...
I ordered an owners manual for my motor because most here feel it is necessary but a friend that is helping me rebuild it says we need the parts list and service manual. Can someone tell me if that criteria is in the owners manual? I ordered from Ken Cook...here is a link to all the literature...
As usual I'm looking for any advice, on batteries. I've read too much and now I don't know what I read...been to sears twice to buy a couple but just can't pull the trigger. I'm looking for any credible evidence that agm batteries are what I need for trolling. I will have 2 for deep cycle and...
I've read so many restoration projects but I never see anybody really stating why certain things are done, just how. I've acquired my first boat and I want to replace the decking and have some marine grade plywood lined up to do so.
My question in its simplest form is why are boats made to...
