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    Flywheel holes different size than expected?? 1984 Johnson 115

    Hi, I've read all the flywheel threads on this but a bit confused. Got my 1984 Powerhead on the bench and working on removing lots of crusty screws. Initially, I had the whole motor hanging in my basement by those holes, after chasing/cleaning the holes with 5/16 x 18 thread Tap. Tap went in...
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    What are/do Reed assemblys do in my crossflow v-4's? Learning during teardown.

    Hi All, Sure learning alot while I am taking apart a couple of Johnson 115's for rebuild the winter, a 1984 and a 1993. Whichever comes out good goes on the boat, the other will sell or keep as spare. Just about ready to open the case, all parts are photographed & labeled to the 9th degree...
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    1984 johnny 115, how far do the 6 powerhead mount bolts back out?

    Looking for someone that has removed these crossflow Powerheads before. I'm beginning my first powerhead rebuild..I go slow and careful not to break anything, I'm good at getting old crusty bolts/screws out too. The 6 long bolts (3 per side) were tight, Had to apply heat/cool....But they all...
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    replacing EZloader hubs, not a clue I have to admit!

    I'm a boat and motor guy for sure...But never did much to a trailer. This winter I want to replace my hubs and springs. Springs I know. But hubs...Not a clue. Trailer is a EZloader, 1993 vintage. I thought they would unbolt from the back and come off. But a quick look shows no Bolts in back...
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    Hate to ask a model/year question!!!!! But what is a "AT".......J115TXATS ???

    Hate to ask a model/year question!!!!! But what is a "AT".......J115TXATS ??? Ok, In the multiple listings/sites I typically use, I see year codes ET for 1993 and AT ( I have an AT). This is a 1993 Engine, so what gives with the "AT"? "A" is not shown in any of the Year breakdown lists...
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    No Feedback Telflex Steering?

    What is it exactly? Asking because my New-to-Me boat seems to have it (marked on the wheel housing) and I'm not sure what to expect with it. If I grab the 1993 Johnson 115 by hand, I cannot get the motor to move. Yet it moves fine/easy by the steering wheel. Disconnecting the steering arm/link...
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    Removal of bottom paint?

    Bought a 20 walkaround fishing boat. It has bottom paint but will be exclusively trailered. the bottom and a bit on the sides are a crappy looking Blue. Is there a way to remove the bottom paint...if not all, maybe just the more visible portion on the sides, and I will do the bottom in a sharp...
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    Potential boat purchase advice? Pics...

    Ok, While I know what Sunbird boats are ( I have one, a 17 Center Console) and their reputation etc.....Ive come accross a Neptune 202 20' walk-around that appears to be in pretty good shape, the owner is pretty particular. Motor is a 115 bubble back cross-flow. All 1993 including decent...
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    88spl running great but have to use the warm up lever on warm restarts?

    My 1995 Rude 88Spl is running real well after alot of work on it this winter. Idles great, plenty of smooth power. It really purrs. This issue is minor and I can live with it, but thought I'd ask.............. When its warm and shut down- and restarted, I have to use the warm up lever a bit, to...
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    1969 Evinrude 6hp...Nothing in orig OMC manual re shift shaft repair

    I'm finally done working on my V4, moving on to a old Evinrude 6hp I just bought, to use as a kicker/troller. The shift lever is broke, I got a omc manual off ebay--but no mention of this lever, or how to take it apart. I'm thinking of trying to drill a hole through, just behind where it broke...
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    First test start of 1995 after much winter work...anxiety relief needed!

    Hello, I hope someone can relieve my anxiety...its probably unfounded at this point but I'm nervous!! My 1995 88spl-last falls purchase...I did the Head gaskets, Thermostats, Pump kit/impeller/lower unit seals/ All Deflectors, and lots of wiring clean up stuff. Started right up on last years...
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    Shift shaft Rubber seal placement on 1995 Evenrude 88SPL?

    HI all, Just put my leg on after LU seals and impeller kit..I have the large round rubber "Seal" that goes on the upper shift shaft. the OMC Manual (which is great) says to place around the shaft, under the housing....No Pic, and not real clear. Does this simply sit on top of the steering...
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    1984 Johnson 115 Cylinder damage--Pics for opinions.

    Hi, I got this motor back in the fall as a spare or parts...and I just opened it up to borrow a head for another motor i'm working on. I was surprised at what i found!!! Attached are a bunch of pics for your thoughts on what happened...I have my thoughts on the Prior Owner and what he might...
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    V4 crossflow questions on Coil wires, head covers and Gasket compound

    Hi All, Couple quests on my motors 1)Been working on a 1995 88Spl and a 1984 115. I have the Heads off, is it worth taking the head "covers" off for new gaskets. They look fine and still all painted over, the cooling holes look clear. Didnt want to seperate them if not really needed? Also what...
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    Seafoam whille my heads are off?

    Hi, I'm working on 2 older motors crossflow 88spl and a 115. I'm not ready to run/start them yet, but while I have the heads off is it a good idea to get some seafoam in there and let them soak? I wont be starting these for a few weeks at least. I have the lowers off and thought I can spray...
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    Pics of v4 water deflector rubber tube, How bad does it look?

    Hi everyone, Just took off my heads on 1995 88Spl as part of maint and checkout. I've only seen a couple pics of these and not sure what they are supposed to look like when good. It appears squashed, and elongated. I'm going to swap em out anyway, but curious if others "in the know" can say...
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    Creating V4 lower cowl access holes for Tstat housing bolt removal....with pics

    For anyone tackling removing the Tstat housing, I thought I'd post a couple pics of what I did. After reading some posts about what a job this can be, I began trying to remove these. I spend a good part of the day trying to get clearance loosening the lower cowl, and numerous things. A bear of a...
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    Compression testing where I cant get good crank speed, 115hp...can it be impeller?

    Hi All, I have two motors I'm working on. My 88spl is showing 95 even on all 4. following the Sticky on testing so far so good there. But my 115 I just started working on, shows about 40 on all 4. Same Guage, same teqnique. However on the 88 I have the lower unit off, the 115 L.Unit is in...
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    115 starter turning backward? Arggg.

    I have a new-to-me 1984 Johnson 115. I swear in testing it on the stand, the starter shaft is spinning clockwise! Therefore the pinion never gets to ride 'up' the shaft to the flywheel. That shaft should spin Counter clockwise from what I read. Shouldnt the starter shaft spin counter...
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    Whats needed(connectiion-wise) to run motors on Stands away from boat?

    Hi, I got the motor in the basement on a stand. At some point I will want to begin testing etc.. Since my harness is obviously in the boat, what do I need to do to run the engine just for testing? Jump the Kill line, and neutral safety...I have no idea really.
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