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  1. oldboat1

    Johnson CD-12

    (referred to powerhead gasket leak in #7, but could mean cylinder head I guess.)
  2. oldboat1

    2001 225 optimax won't start

    How much spark? Each measured with an open air device? Think I would check for continuity on each plug wire, end to end -- also might pull the flywheel and check for loose or damaged magnets.
  3. oldboat1

    1979 9.9 evinrude control box

    But -- what are the problems?
  4. oldboat1

    Johnson 2R76S 2 hp won’t start

    shorter one is the h.s. needle (lower needle). Seat them lightly.
  5. oldboat1

    Evinrude angler 5hp hard to steer

    Welcome aboard Chief. If it's a salt water motor, take some extra precautions before any disassembly -- soak bolts beforehand at a minimum.
  6. oldboat1

    Johnson CD-12

    ^^unclear. Meant to say, likely no sealant required.
  7. oldboat1

    Johnson CD-12

    New gasket when the powerhead was removed to do the water pump work? Pull the powerhead and replace the gasket -- likely no sealant. Bolts have a torque value (84 inch lbs), and need to be installed using a circular pattern. Basically, a criss-cross pattern. Torque them half way, as with...
  8. oldboat1

    1954 Evinrude 7516 Parts

    I don't have a '54 manual, but try AOMCI to see if one of the other members has an OEM manual. Also might try Ebay -- parts manual perhaps, but chance of a service manual. Maybe this: http://boatinfo.no/lib/johnson/manuals/1922-1964johnson.html#/0
  9. oldboat1

    Driveshaft into Gearcase 1990 4hp Evinrude E4RESR

    Try rotating the prop counter clockwise by hand when dry shifting into gear (motor off). The bushing should install at the O-ring (O-ring should fit in a groove in the shift rod). A little marine grease on the shift rod might help -- new O-ring may be what you are feeling. There is a...
  10. oldboat1

    1980 j25rcsa solenoid issue

    Recommend a continuity tester that allows you to pierce the covering on a wire (simple type with a clip on one end and a spike on the other end. Uses a flashlight battery and a couple AA or 3A batteries). Is your solenoid a marine solenoid or automotive (cf. #12, above).
  11. oldboat1

    No start and no tilt

    Confess I can't follow your discussion. Did note reference to a negative fuse switch (fuses are always in a positive circuit). References to Bat.1/Bat.2 sounds like you are describing a battery selector switch, sometimes referred to as a "Perko" switch for one of the major manufacturers. Any...
  12. oldboat1

    1980 j25rcsa solenoid issue

    Try jumping the second small post on the solenoid to ground, then attempt to start (post used for the safety switch).
  13. oldboat1

    Possible kill switch problem

    I think that one has a water cooled regulator, so doubly important that the block isn't overheating. Might check that first with an IR tester at top of heads -- may be due/overdue for water pump work. Temp should be 130-140F (160F is too hot).
  14. oldboat1

    No start and no tilt

    Might help: https://maxrules.com/graphics/omc/wiring/88_89_88_110.jpg
  15. oldboat1

    propeller seal removal

    If the issue is apparent leaking, smell the stuff to see if it's gas or gear oil. Gear oil has a sulphur smell. Don't fix it if it ain't broke.
  16. oldboat1

    Power pack or stator??

    It's said that most carb problems turn out to be electrical issues. But sometimes it is a carb issue -- may need rebuild and tuning. Then there is the cooling system -- shouldn't hit 160F under load (change out impeller as first step). T.stat stuck open might mean the motor isn't warming to...
  17. oldboat1

    Running on 2 cylinders

    You can check which ones are firing by clamping a timing gun to each wire. No flash means there is no pulse going to the plug being tested. First fix imo is to make sure the clips are secure and that the wire inside is contacted by the clip. If you have a continuity tester, it is easy to test...
  18. oldboat1

    1999 50hp Johnson 2 stroke won’t start

    In your picture, it looks like the mount for the solenoid is contacting one of the small posts, which would presumably cause a short. (Pics have limits, of course.)
  19. oldboat1

    1999 50hp Johnson 2 stroke won’t start

    Sandpaper the wire connections, beginning with the main battery cables. Twist the ends of the main cables and listen for crunching sounds (rust).
  20. oldboat1

    1978 Johnson 15 stalls under load

    Compression test as recommended. Popping a skier up takes more power than towing her around. Get an IR temp tester (surface temp at top of the head.)
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