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    Trouble finding correct carb rebuild kit

    Hello all I bought 3 carb rebuild kits for my 1988 Johnson 70HP (3 cyl). When I opened one of them, I found out that I got an incorrect kit. It does not match the carburetor I have. After looking through my Clymer's manual, it seems to match a carb model for an older model 70HP motor. I was...
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    1988 70HP Johnson - Strange Behavior (High idle, leaking gas, etc)

    Hello all...<br /><br />Some background info... I bought a 1988 70HP Johnson (#J70TLCCA) from Craigslist last January. Earlier in the month I took the engine to a reputable mechanic where I had the engine looked at. I asked that they replace the impeller, adjust the steering, perform a tuneup...
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    1988 Johnson 70HP

    After over a year of looking, I have finally found a no-compromise motor that looks like it would suit my needs perfectly. It's relatively new, an OMC, new electric trim & tilt motor, and 3cyls. I figure that a 3cyl is a bit better on fuel economy. <br /><br />...
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    85HP Outboard on 15" Boat

    I am looking to upgrade my 35HP Evinrude outboard with this:<br /><br /> http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/boa/116477058.html <br /><br />My boat is 15" and rated up to 85HP. My question is if this is too much power even though the boat is rated for this HP. Would there be stability problems...
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    Considering this motor

    I found this outboard on Craiglist. The seller lives a town over from me. http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/boa/99639165.html <br /><br />I can't really get much more information until the seller contacts me back and hopefully I can check it out and get the serial number, etc.<br /><br />How...
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    Decarbing old engine - safe?

    I have a 1982 Evinrude 35HP outboard. I acquired the engine almost four years ago. The boat that came with the outboard was in extremely poor shape with maple trees growing in it, yet the engine has been running fine since then despite the neglect.<br /><br />I've read about decarbing...
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    Fixing up my boat

    I have a 1980 Renken outboard. It's not in the best of shape, but I have really improved it since I bought it for a $1000 (boat, motor, trailer) four years ago or so. I have decided to change the boat's color scheme from predominantly red to predominantly black. <br /><br />In the past four...
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    Selling/Buying Engine - Where to start?

    Hello-<br /><br />As of late my 1980 35 HP Evinrude hasn't been cutting it in terms of performance. I am looking in getting a used engine in the 50-60 HP range (my boat is rated up to 85hp). However, I am not certain on how to go about achieving these two objectives.<br /><br />My current...
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    Missing small part

    Hello-<br /><br />I am not very familiar with boat engines, I just enjoy boating. :) However, I am willing to try/learn etc. Last summer a small piece broke off...it involves something with the shifting. This engine is scheduled to be repaired in three weeks but I'd rather take the...
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