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    Help, New Impeller-No reverse

    1988 28-HP SPL. The motor was running hot so I put the controls in neutral and dropped the lower end and pulled the water pump and replaced the impeller. Then I got smart and got myself a Johnson service manual. What I learned (from the manual) was not to drop the lower unit while the gear...
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    Primer Bulb ??

    I have tried two fuel lines /with two different bulbs, same results. Time for a new system? I have a Johnson 1988 28 SPL, with a Tempo tank. When I connect fuel hose to the motor fuel inlet and pump the bulb it does not build back-pressure. When I disconnect the fuel line from the inlet and...
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    Is it true or just another sales pitch ?

    I have a 1988, 28 hp Johnson on a 16 Klamath aluminum boat. I slow troll for trout just above stall with a sea anchor, for the most part this works pretty good for catching fish. <br /><br />The fellow at the local marina tells me I am risking a high amount of carbon build up. I am asking you...
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    johnson 1988 28 hp carb High speed only

    Removed carb from johnson 1988 28 hp, soaked in tank, used wire on and blew out all orifices, replaced consumable parts w/kit, adjusted new float to match hieght of old (inverted parallel to body), repalced needle & seat, all new gasket's. Removed venturi plate and re-installed... incorectly...
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