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    Johnson 150hp dies at speed

    I have a 1985 Johnson J150TCOH. I have had some work done on it recently, replacing the impeller,the thermostats,the priming bulb and a general checkup. Compression is good per spec. It was bought this summer after only running it on muffs. When I get it up to speed,(4500rpm) it will run well...
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    1985 VIP SK-8 Ski boat information

    I just bought a 1985(I think) VIP Ski boat with a 150 hp Johnson OB. It has a model number of SK8 on the ID plate. I can find no information on this boat. I am looking for a new boat cover and find info on SK180 and 186, but nothing on the SK8. Does anyone know anything about this model?? It...
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    Water everywhere with muffs on

    I just bought a 1985 Johnson VRO 150 on VIP SK8 ski boat. When the engine is run with muffs on I have some water coming out the exhurst as it should, none coming out the water output on the sides of the lower unit and water coming out near the 2 side plates that look like they cover a rubber...
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