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  1. Theoutdoorsman

    2000 Johnson 150 VRO Carb Cleaning

    Curious if anyone's tried this .... https://youtu.be/rtvKZyxbVdg I'm not a fan of "magical fixes", but this does appear plausible. I'm anxious to know if anyone here has actually tried to do this, and would care to share their results. My outboard is idling rough, often dies at the ramp while...
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    2000 Johnson 150 steering too tight

    At WOT & Full Trim (62 mph) my 18' bass boat steering is entirely too tight for my liking. For me, this is a potentially dangerous condition as the boat is VERY difficult to navigate on the water. Can anyone look at the attached image, and advise me on what I should change, if anything? There...
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    Seat base/deck repair question ....

    I recently purchased an 18' bass boat who's seat base on the front casting deck was damaged. What happened was that a BIG guy "flopped" down in the seat, and drove the seat base through deck into the cooler underneath! What remains is a square hole in the deck. I'm going to need to repair it...
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    2000 Johnson 150 VRO

    It's been a long time since my last visit. Glad to see the forums still hopping! I have some quick question for any knowledgeable folks still hanging around. I recently purchased a 2000 Johnson 150 w/VRO. The motor hasn't seen any real time on the water in 3 yrs. Compression check is fine, and I...
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    Correct height on the jackplate?

    My friend has a Stratos 201 Pro that he just installed a new HiJacker manual 6" jackplate on. The motor has been mounted and we are ready to water test. Can anyone confirm via this photo if we are in the ballpark for the initial test? Or, should the motor be lowered more? Better yet, where on...
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    1989 Evinrude 140 lower unit gear question

    Just curious here, but might consider making some changes if the effort is worthwhile. I have a 1989 Evinrude planted on the transom of a 1978 model 17.5' Maidencract bass boat. I am currently turning a 19 pitch double-cupped steel wheel @ 6000 rpm's with a top end speed of approximately 46-49...
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    1979 evinrude 140 tilt and trim issues

    After returning to the ramp on my last outing, my tilt and trim stopped working. My service manual covers the t-n-t for this outboard, but I suspect the unit was installed on the outboard some time later, as it is a two wire harness instead of three wire, possibly early '80's. Long story short...
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    Searching for a 1984 Johnson 60 HP Service Manual

    I am searching for a Service Manual for a 1984 Johnson 60HP Outboard (J60ELCRE) prior to removing, cleaning, and replacing the carbs. If anyone can help with locating one, I'd be forever grateful. Many thanks in advance!
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    Possible Sticky Thread....

    Maybe I missed something, I'm not sure, but what is needed for this thread to be admitted into the FAQ or Top Secret Files listing? http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=240864&highlight=438616
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    1979 Evinrude 140 HP Tilt/Trim motor?

    Hi again everyone. I have recently taken the tilt/trim motor off my 1979 Evinrude 140hp for the purpose of repair. The shop tells me the motor is FUBAR. My problem is that the T&T unit was an add-on to the outboard and that the numbers in the service manual do not coincide with this particular...
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    1979 Evinrude 140 hp trim motor removal?

    Is it possible to remove the trim pump, on this motor, without first removing the motor from the transom of the boat? Two of the screws are readily accessible, but the third is in question. After looking closely at this, it certainly appears that it will be necessary to remove the outboard. Just...
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    1979 Evinrude 140 ignition coil?

    I had to replace an ignition coil on my 1979 Evinrude 140hp outboard but could only locate the newer style updated coil (p/n 0584561). I have the coil kit assembled and mounted as per the instructions. My problem is that i need to attach the orange lead pin. The instructions call for special...
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    Server Problems???

    It takes my computer foreeeever to load pages from this forum now??? Is anyone else out there experiencing the same problem(s)? Any other site that I choose to visit loads as usual. Only this forum am I having problems and I sure do miss it. I have waited a few days to see if the problem...
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    1957 Johnson Javelin Model Number RJE-19 ???

    I've just rebuilt the carbs and would really like to start this thing up. Problem is, I know for certain that the water pump is defective. I just know I read a post on here, about a month or so ago, that read something to the affect of opperating an outboard with a water hose attached to the...
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    Vintage Evinrude/Johnson Parts Swap?

    I've recently purchased a 1957 Johnson Javelin 35hp and plan to restore her. Upon inspection, I found the rear portion of the cowling base to be cracked in three different areas. Instead of trying to repair the cracks, I was curious as to weather or not I can swap the cowling base, without any...
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    Collecting older outboard suggestions?

    I've been pondering the various models of evinrude outboards to obtain one, and restore back to its original condition, solely as a hobby. I'm looking for well sought after models that really appeal to enthusiasts as true "eye candy" as well as ruggedness and dependability. So far I've narrowed...
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    Possible FAQ on fuel pumps. Please comment

    Because there are so many variations of these fuel pumps still being used in outboards across the globe, and so little documentation available for rebuilding them, I thought I'd throw this out there to help someone else who might be in need of rebuilding their own. The OEM parts manuals and OEM...
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    And so the saga continues......... :-( .... (Pics)

    While attempting to remove the core plugs from my carb, I accidentally went too deep with my punch and punched a hole through the base. Everything still move freely though. Is this carb trash now? If used, what effects will this have or should I expect to see from this? Geeez, I finally get my...
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    1979 Evinrude 140 fuel pump rebuild.

    Does anyone know how to re-assemble the fuel pump? I've taken it apart for cleaning and rebuilding but can't, for the life of me, remember exactly how it is supposed to be assembled. There's really not much to it, I'm simply drawing a blank. The service manual and parts manual doesn't show an...
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    1979 Evinrude 140 rpm woes....still.

    I'm having a problem with my recently rebuilt 1979 Evinrude 140. My problems began when I noticed this...... This photo is of the wires, running from the stator, to the starboard side power pack. Notice it has been rubbing the flywheel and the wire was exposed. I peeled back the cover...
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