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    '87 88HP johnson SPL rough running

    hello folks, I have an engine that runs rough at idle and when increasing rpms. However there is a spot where it will runs nice. Like when the throttle is bumped up a bit but anything past that spot it will pop sputter and fart right out the exhaust from the center of the prop. When at idle it...
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    linkage

    Hello folks,I'm looking for the linkage rod (1) that runs from the throttle control arm which pivots to the I guess its the stator plate? under the flywheel. I have a 1987 88hp SPL The model number of the engine is J88MSLCUS. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=382673 scroll down you'll...
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    stock compression numbers

    Hello guys new to the forum. Question? I have a 1987 88hp Special. My model number is J88MSLCUS. The compression numbers are not good. 3 of the cylinders are around 100psi each and one around 48-50psi. It does feel like its running on 3 cylinders. What should they be? Thanks for you time.
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