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    Engine Jumps

    Please take a look at the video and let me know why the engine seems to cut out for a split second. Its at the very end of the video https://vimeo.com/429145906 It almost feels like the skeg hit something in the water. https://vimeo.com/user117747955/revi...613/ed2c276e6f
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    Charging System Output

    Got myself a boat a few months ago and after installing a new battery I hooked up a volt meter to the battery with the engine running and the meter did go up but only a fraction of a volt. I did this in my driveway with the garden hose hooked up to the engine so I didnt rev the engine much above...
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    Spark Plug Gap

    Looking for information on the right spark plug gap for a 1980 johnson 35 HP. still waiting for the factory manual that seems to be lost in the NJ postal system for a week now. Thanks for any input.
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    Johnson 35HP J or E

    Can someone please tell me what the differance is between a J series and a E series 35 hp Johnson? Thank You.
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    Quick Question

    What should the idle RPM be for a 1980 35 HP Johnson? Got the factory manual on the way but I cold use that information now. Thank You
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    Pictures of me out on my first boat.

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    Some pictures to lighten the mood.

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    Special tools for rebuild and specs

    I have a 1980 35 HP Johnson that will need a rebuild but I cant seem to find the specs i will need in my manual. The manual mentions piston and ring clearance but nothing on bearings or end play for crank. I have all my machine shop tools for checking out any specs but any other special tools...
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    Reverse for Brakes?

    Anyone ever try to put there boat in revers to try to make a fast stop?
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    Fuel pump pressure

    Any one know what the fuel pump pressure should be for a 1980 Johnson two cycle should be? And what about shut off pressure? My guess is when the float valve closes the pump should stop pumping. How about the pulse pressure and or vacuum?
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    compression

    Anyone have a clue as to what the compression should be on a Johnson 1980 35hp two cycle two cylinder shold be? The Selco online manual seems to go on forever about the difference between the two cylinders should be this or that but I have yet to find out what the psi should be.
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    Just to make Sure I dont screw this one up.

    The number one wire will go to the 5 0'clock position on the distributor. Right?
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    What kind of distributor do i have?

    Looking to convert to eletronic ignition. It would help if I new what type of distributor I have. Can post pictures if needed.
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    Wont start

    Can someone PLEASE help me find a wireing diagram for my boat. No spark again. This is going to put me in the funny farm.
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    Going NUTS!

    anyone know if my boat should have a separation plate between the exhaust manifold and elbow. Dont have one in there now and I am still overheating. Thought the separation plate was for close system. # 9 in the pic. Thanks
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    No spark

    Can some one please tell me how to test for voltage at the coil. With the ignition on ill get sparks at the - terminal on the coil when I remove the wire going to the points but Iam not sure how to test to see If I have 12 volts at the + terminal. Is there a way to test the coil?
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    Can I save my engine?

    I removed the exhaust system from my boat to see what the cause of my overheating problem is. The elbows were somewhat plugged up with rust. My heart sank when I saw that because I got to thinking what the water jackets looked like in the engine. I took the water pump off the engine and a 1/4...
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    Stupid Button

    We all heard of idiot lights but i have what I call a stupid button in my boat. At the bottom of the shifter there is a button that says throttle only. My guess is that if you push this button and maybe have to hold it in you can give it gas without shifting into gear. Is that the reason for...
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    Over Heating

    Removed the hose that feeds the engine form the out drive and I am getting a healthy supply of water to the engine but its pegging the temp gauge at 240. This is after replacing a missing freeze plug. Without the freeze plug the temp was steady at 160. Went to remove thermostat and it was...
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    reverse lock valve

    My reverse lock looks looks like the one in the picture. The plastic hose is cut and there is nothing going to the other fitting. My guess is that as the out drive trys to lift in reverse and force the hydraulic fluid back to the pump the lock keeps this from happing. Therefore the hydraulic...
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