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    Loss of power, won't plane

    I see damage on that impeller !!
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    2007 Johnson fast strike 175 lower unit interchangeably

    I would not try to use a 1979 140 gearcase on a prop rated 175.----It might fit / work for a little while till it comes to a dynamic halt.
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    2007 Johnson fast strike 175 lower unit interchangeably

    The 150 and 175 are a direct fit.-----Is yours a 20 " or 25" motor?"----Others motors will fit if you understand swapping driveshaft and shift rod.
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    Compression and VRO question for 1986 70HP Johnson

    Take the cylinder head off now.-----Lucky you if it is a blown head gasket.----There is no need to go 100:1 on a motor in good condition.----Bad idea !!
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    2007 Johnson fast strike 175 lower unit interchangeably

    From 1991 to 2007 years.----And they must be the 60 degree looper.----Others may fit but may require driveshaft / shif rod swap.
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    Loss of power, won't plane

    Install a new impeller !
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    Boogered Carb

    There you go again making assumpions based on poor information and reading.----It is NOT based on a 40 HP motor.-----And changing a carburetor does not turn a 25 into a 40 HP.-----Good luck with your endeavors !
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    Boogered Carb

    You look at parts and automatically post that you think they are no good / poorly designed.----They built a lot of motors and those 25's are just wonderful !
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    2009 Mercury 115 DFI Grey Blue and Black Air Injectors (Direct Injector)

    Not much point in adding oil to the fuel !!-----This is a direct injected motor.-----Agreed , parts support for modern motors is pitiful.-----Too much outsourcing for parts.----Contracts for parts do not exist once shelf is bare.----Costs too much too make short parts runs.-----Easier to get...
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    Tower of power missing lever for gas bowl

    Should be easy to find that part.-----Used for many years on many models.----Likely have many on hand here if you walked over.
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    HELP! Evinrude 115 v4 overheating in only starboard side of engine

    Pricing a new " magical " 4 stroke motor might shock you as well.----Be about $12,000 US I think----Or $15,000 CA if in Canada.
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    HELP! Evinrude 115 v4 overheating in only starboard side of engine

    I used to do this for about $1000.----But today it is difficult to even find a shop interested in doing this type of repair.----Most might quote you about$4000 + I think.----A rebuilt powerhead is an option.----I see a listing for a powerhead at $2500 or so.----Requires you to install ignition /...
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    HELP! Evinrude 115 v4 overheating in only starboard side of engine

    Note----Broken rings is a fate that every one of the V-4 will suffer from.----Have them lined up ,about a dozen I think with same issue
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    HELP! Evinrude 115 v4 overheating in only starboard side of engine

    It appears to me that the top piston ring is GONE.----Time for 4 new pistons and rings I think !!!----Picture of the tab on top of cylinder head on the other side ?
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    very cool carb and intake manifold causing moisture

    If you push this button here you will have your answer.-----No need to learn spelling as your phone does this all for you.----No need for " rithmatic " as your calculator and cash register does this for you.
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    Boogered Carb

    Once again the fact that you are a novice is evident.----That little tube ( off to the side ) in the nozzle is supposed to be like that.-----It is not " bent " as you assume !!!-----And that is NOT the main jet.----It is called a nozzle.-----Main jet is in the bottom of the float bowl.
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    1986 48hp johnson

    Just find a welder and fix it !
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    very cool carb and intake manifold causing moisture

    The simplest things today are mis-understood.-----Does nobody pay attention in school anymore !!!
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    very cool carb and intake manifold causing moisture

    You have to wonder why small aircraft have a lever marked ----" carburetor heat "----I believe that is meant to prevent carburetor icing !!!
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    1974 Johnson 75hp

    -----In Canada try------evinrudeparts.ca-----Your location ?----E-bay is also a good source.----Some at reasonable prices and some not so much.
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