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    Trying to identify Bombardier Johnson model

    A Suzuki ---marketed by Bombardier from 2003 to 2006.
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    2007 40hp Merc carb and compression questions

    It clearly states " minimum " compression is 87 PSI
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    Acceleration problems

    That would be a carbureted engine.-----How did it run for you last season ?----They sound good on 5 of 6 cylinders.----Post actual compression values here.---Does spark jump a gap of 3/8" pm each lead?
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    1975 Evinrude 9.9hp won't shift out of reverse

    Sorry mate.----These precision 9.9 / 15 HP lower units do not need / use any shims !
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    1975 Evinrude 9.9hp won't shift out of reverse

    The issue with this lower unit is an easy fix on my work bench.-----Just need to understand these simple lower units.
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    How many very new 4 stroke engines will be running trouble free at age 50 to 75 years old ?

    You can hear some 4 strokes corroding away in fresh water.-----Poor quality materials were used in some years.
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    1975 Evinrude 9.9hp won't shift out of reverse

    A 50 year old lower unit needs to come apart for inspection.----Be easy to remove broken piece from yoke.----Then remove bushing and clean it up.-----No hammer required at all I think.
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    2007 40hp Merc carb and compression questions

    Most 4 strokes have 150+ PSI as far as I know.
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    Testing thermostat with torch

    Agreed----At around $20 or so it is hardly worth testing , compared to the cost of an overhaul; of said 3 cylinder motor.
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    Sad Day For the SS United States

    How ironic that a vessel named ---" United States "----- is going down / sinking this year.-----Is it an ominous sign ?
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    Cost of carb rebuild

    I have some of those white Mercury motors.----I do not believe the fuel can " puddle " in the combustion chamber !-----Perhaps you meant to say in the crankcase.----And then these Mercury motors did not have a thermostat.------They ran cold.------To prevent puddling in the crankcase you need...
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    25hp Evinrude

    If it quits after running for a while it is likely a fuel issue.-----Have your assistant operate the manual fuel pump and see what happens.
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    Cost of carb rebuild

    ??----How can fuel " puddle " at the top of the combustion chamber in a 2 stroke ???----Please explain.
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    3.5 mercury

    Parts book seems to show automatic compression release on the camshaft.----Give me a smooth running OMC 6 hp from the 60's and 70's to rebuild.---Great motors they are..----These small 4 strokes are a " throw it away " item in my opinion.
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    Estate sale lot of 18 - 25hp motors - Compression gauge variables.

    Double the head gaskets and still 195 PSI.-----Now that is funny.
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    Cost of carb rebuild

    Start with posting the actual values of a compression test.-----You will be shocked by what a big shop will charge you to repair 4 carburetors.----Do your trouble shooting FIRST.----May not be a carburetor issue at all.----Explain how you try and start a cold motor.----You might be missing a step ??
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    1975 Evinrude 9.9hp won't shift out of reverse

    One bolt MUST be taken out of the connecter when removing lower unit.------Notch on shift rod MUST line up before bolt is put in.----Propshaft must be turning when you try and shift.-----
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    How many very new 4 stroke engines will be running trouble free at age 50 to 75 years old ?

    Simply amazing how the availability of parts has changed in the last 20 years or so.------Too many short lived models / changes.
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    How many very new 4 stroke engines will be running trouble free at age 50 to 75 years old ?

    Taxes will drive up the shop labor / overhead costs.-----Tariffs will drive up the cost of parts and new motors.----Regulations / fees drive up the cost of boating.----In many places you can not simply put an affordable boat in the water anymore to have a day of fun.
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    How many very new 4 stroke engines will be running trouble free at age 50 to 75 years old ?

    Some of the newest parts motors that I have are 4 strokes.----Early 2000 models.----Too expensive to repair.
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