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    Tight steering????

    I'm trying to get ready for the 2012 boating season and I've been having problems with steering when I upgrade my outboard to Johnson 175 hp. I've unbolted the steering cables to the motor and noticed it was still tight turning the wheel. The history of this boat is that it has been a project...
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    1996 Stratos 280 SF - Tight Steering

    I'm trying to get ready for the 2012 boating season and I've been having problems with steering when I upgrade my outboard to Johnson 175 hp. I've unbolted the steering cables to the motor and noticed it was still tight turning the wheel. The history of this boat is that it has been a project...
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    Help with Prop pitch and brand

    I posted a thread over in the Johnson outboard section in regards WOT RPM operating range for my 1997 Johnson Fast Strike 175 HP. I bought this motor rebuilt from a dealer last year and still trying to get the kinks out of it. The response I got from people are telling me it should be between...
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    WOT RPM Range

    I have a rebuilt 1997 Johnson Faststrike 175 hp and i'm trying to find the WOT RPM range? Second, I have a stainless steel prop and it doesn't pitch or size stamped on it. How do I figure that out? Is there a way to measure it? Any help or reference will be great.
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    Cavitation Plate Height on a notched or step transom

    Re: Cavitation Plate Height on a notched or step transom I think I got you guys. So, correct me if I'm wrong but the bottom step is the aerators step? I know that the keel is below the drain plug. See attached photo.
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    Cavitation Plate Height on a notched or step transom

    I have 1996 Stratos 280 SF with a 1997 Johnson Fastrike 175hp that I added recently. I'm trying to get the best performance out of the engine and boat. The engine is running with a 14.3 x 21 prop (3 blade aluminum) and I am having a problem reaching 5000 rpms. The only time I have hit 5000 rpms...
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    1988 Johnson 140HP -No Spark but crankin

    I have 1988 Johnson 140HP that broken on the lake. it was running early but won't start. Everything is crankin over but when Ipulled the spark plug, no spark. A local mechanic suggested it might be the power pack. So I had an extra one and replaced it. But still no spark. Any suggestions?
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    1988 140hp VRO Fuel Filter & Oil lines

    On my Johnson outboard, I have a inline fuel filter and water/fuel separator filter. Can I remove the inline fuel filter and allow the water/fuel separator do the job? Also, what is the best clamps to use on the fuel and oil lines to prevent air leaks?
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    Outboard Motor Height

    I have 1996 Stratos 280 SF Fish & Ski boat with 1988 Johnson VRO 140HP that has a 25-inch shaft and 14.5 x 19 prop. The cavitation plate is set well below the keel of the boat (approx. 2 inches). I am new to this boat and motor and learning threw the forums to understand it. I took the boat out...
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