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    Seeking a marine mechanic to service my 1979 OMC Zephyr Sail Drive (model 15S10S, 15 HP, 2-stroke) on my O’Day 25 in the Chicago area

    It is the same block as the early 25 / 35 HP.---Same electricals.--The intake ports are tiny.---I have a NOS block on the shelf here.-----That restricts the breathing thus limits output.----I sail too , but too far away to help.----There must be a fellow sailor there who can help you.----Post a...
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    1957 Johnson Seahorse 35hp value?

    The 4 strokes really run so nice.----But that comes at a cost.-----I can't believe the number of used 4 strokes for sale these days.-----Perhaps the folks who can afford them buy a new one.----Repair / service work is big $$$$ on them.
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    Vibration in my Merc 135HPV6 at about 3000PM

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    Reeds?

    Yes ,there are " spray on " gasket softeners.
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    Reeds?

    Razor blade type scraper.-----Exacto knife.----Carbide scraper.-----Homemade gasket scraper ( power hack saw blade ) is what I use.----Can't imagine it would take more than 10 minutes for me.
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    1988 tiller johnson 20 hp overheating

    Compression test is first thing to report.-----Engine may require major work.
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    1957 Johnson Seahorse 35hp value?

    There are 2 models.-----The deluxe model is more $$
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    1991 gt 150 missing badly around 3000 rpm

    S.L.O.W. mode perhaps.
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    S A F E T Y B R I E F I N G

    Many trips to EMERGENCY / hospital entrance started out as ----FUN.
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    Help finding Evinrude Model number

    Yes----Most everything is the same.----What parts are you looking to get?-----Spend no $$$$ ( beer tokens ) till you do a compression test.-----Post the actual values here.
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    Help finding Evinrude Model number

    Your motor is a 96 / 97 / 98 model.
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    2000 60 HP Johnson cranks fine then cuts off

    Fuel from the electric primer valve goes directly into the motor.-----This fuel bypasses the metering circuits in the carburetors.----I would do the simple job of cleaning the carburetors.
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    Help finding Evinrude Model number

    Post pictures of the cowling and the powerhead.
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    I need help with my Johnson 9.9

    The issue is a lack of fuel supply.---Issue INSIDE the fuel tank ?------Carburetor still plugged.-----Choke not working.-----Fuel pump not assembled correctly.-----Manual pump facing the wrong way.------So , remove fuel line at the carburetor.----Operate the manual fuel pump.-----Does fuel come...
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    1988 Bravo 1 Shift Cone Issues

    Find a machine shop that has an understanding of " fine machinery" .----The may be able to repair / refinish / make a new piece.
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    Rusty engine pulleys

    Powder coat.
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    I need help with my Johnson 9.9

    Remove sparkplugs.----Put 6 drops of fuel in each hole.------Install plugs.----Try to start motor.----Report exactly what happens.
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    Motor feels like it is slipping out of gear at high rpm.

    Something is wrong.----Perhaps it will be discovered tomorrow or next week.
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    1980'ish black max 150 losing all power after running for 30 minutes

    Test run with a portable tank and a good hose !
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    Motor feels like it is slipping out of gear at high rpm.

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