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    Johnson/Evinrude parts Interchange

    The 73 models shifted to FORWARD with a down motion of the shift rod.------The 78 model shifted to FORWARD with an up motion of the shift rod.-----It is not a direct swap.----Some knowledge is required to make it work.
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    40 hp johnson electric shift Model # 40ES 69R

    I showed the technique to some dealers years ago.-----One fellow scoffed at the idea that these can be repaired.----Other shop ( 33 year experience on his card ) said.----" in my wildest dreams i could not have figured this out "----Bought the tool on the spot.----So it shows , including here...
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    40 hp johnson electric shift Model # 40ES 69R

    Nothing wrong with a few drops of ordinary gear oil mixed in with premium blend.----Nothing at all.----As I have said many times the lubrication in outboards is a big mystery !
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    1967 Johnson 9-1/2 idling issue

    Running out of fuel.-----Inspected for cracked coils ?----These motors often have 2 cracked coils or a set of new ones already.----Does spark jump a gap of 1/4" or more on both leads ?
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    40 hp johnson electric shift Model # 40ES 69R

    No need to flush it !-----Not at all.
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    Can't get my lower unit gearcase off

    Move it up and down a few times.------Should come off.
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    1988 Johnson 90 hp V4 carb has no suction top carb

    It should pull in air all the time when running.
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    1988 Johnson 90 hp V4 carb has no suction top carb

    Throttle plates opening ??----Crankshaft sealing rings broken ?
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    40 hp johnson electric shift Model # 40ES 69R

    The wrong oil did no damage whatsoever !!!-----The spring needs attention.-----Springs used to be expensive.----One site has a fire sale on them I believe.
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    Tilt and trim not working

    Some of those use 1 solenoid for UP.-----Switch is able to handle current for DOWN as it is much lower !
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    Co-Ownership Boat Agreement

    That usually means trouble between 2 parties.----User should put X number of $$$ into a fund to cover maintenance cost.----One owner may use it 66% of the time and should be covering 66% of operating cost!!
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    . . . and I Thought Hi-tech Boat Engines Were Bad . . .

    I just picked up a 2010 Buick Enclave for affordable $$$----All the bells and whistles.----Nice looking car , very little rust.--Said I would never buy a car with 3 timing chains and variable valve cams.----But here I am doing the complete brake rotor and pad replacement.----Hoping to get some...
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    1986 90hp johnson primer bulb collapsing..hear me out

    Agrreed the VRO is a combination fuel / oil pump and it mixes the 2 according to engine load.-----The early one did not have " no oil warning " feature.----Those should be thrown out and updated with a new pump / wiring kit.
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    Slipping

    Try another prop.----Those lower units are NOT robust and gears strip / break teeth all the time.----Drain gear oil.---Inspect for metal bits.----Put in the factory recommended oil.
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    Can't get my lower unit gearcase off

    If you could separate it that far to remove shift bolt it is not locked solid in the crankshaft.-----Move it up and down a few times.----The crankshaft spline has rusted ( o-ring missing ) and hopefully it is still strong enough to drive the prop----Post the compression numbers here.----If...
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    . . . and I Thought Hi-tech Boat Engines Were Bad . . .

    Well to do folks buy these cars.-----Great under warranty.----Keep buying a new one.-----Not a good car used , for folks with limited income.-----And nobody markets a new / simple car or pick-up these days.
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    Water coming up through carpet

    Foam under the floor full of water?
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    2004 Johnson 9.9hp Bombardier with no model tag on the transom clamp. Help!!

    Any Suzuki dealer will help you.----Is this motor in running condition?----Is there a story?----Strange that wires were cut.
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    2004 Johnson 9.9hp Bombardier with no model tag on the transom clamp. Help!!

    That is a Suzuki
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    Replacing engine 77 140 to a 78 140 with 77 lower unit

    should work OK.
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