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    1968 Johnson 6hp can't tilt engine up to stay

    Find item #37 clean it.--------Replace if broken.
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    1972 Johnson 65 selectric lower swap

    Just the way it is.-----Years ago fellow showed up with a 66 model V-4 Evinrude electromatic.----Said reverse did not work and big dealer had said ---" not worth fixing "------I took cover off control box to find wire had fallen off the push button shift switch.----Seems that as soon as the word...
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    Model number

    I think these motors were the same for all years.----Except of course the paint and decals.
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    1968 Johnson 6hp can't tilt engine up to stay

    Clean the friction parts on the one side.----That simple set up has worked on these motors for many years.
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    1996 Johnson gearcase

    In my area a 1996 is NOT considered to be an old motor.
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    Model number

    Those colors were used in 2000 / 2001.-----If the automatic mixing unit and oil tank are on there you should take it off and throw it away.----Install a new water pump impeller if this motor is " new to you "
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    1968 Johnson 6hp can't tilt engine up to stay

    Tighten the nut on the pivot pin.-----Trial and error till it stays up in the air.
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    Replacing ignition help

    You need to post the model # of the motor.----Or pictures.-----It is important to know which ignition system you have.----The 1973 and newer use the M terminals.-----The 72 and older may not use M terminals.
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    1996 Johnson gearcase

    No surprise that gears are damaged.-----These gearcases are not as robust / long lasting as earlier V-4 models.-----A shop should have the universal tool kit to set this up in minutes.-----Gears are much smaller than automotive.----They are made precision made with top quality...
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    1972 Johnson 25 hp "slipping" problem

    Those props have a rubber hub !!
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    1990 200hp Johnson Lower unit slipping?

    Normal for that prop.----Try a prop with bigger diameter hub.
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    1985 mercury 18hp XD

    Look near the carburetor.----Operate shift.---You will see the linkage.
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    2001 evinrude 4 stroke wont run over 2900 rpms

    Find the neutral switch on the motor linkages.----If that switch is stuck the computer might think the motor is in neutral still.----Then it will not rev up.
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    1972 Johnson 65 selectric lower swap

    I can tear one apart / diagnose / repair / re-assemble without needing to look at a manual.----So I think they are simple.
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    Ignition wiring question

    Well----You have to be careful with wires.-----Carelessness can result in a lot of expensive smoke.
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    Merc 2003 25hp 2 stroke, sad 😢

    I don't think there is a head gasket on that motor.-----Serial # of the motor ?
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    1986 Evinrude water pump issue

    Good luck with your motor.
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    Boogered Carb

    Good luck with your projects----I step aside on them !
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    1986 Evinrude water pump issue

    Does water come out of the pump when testing with a drill , yes or no ??-----Answering questions can help you pinpoint the trouble !!----Has " consoling " with local dealer helped you ?----Did you buy factory parts from this dealer?-----I----Consulting the AMAZON clerk certainly does not help!
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    just goes to show ya..

    At 4500 RPM the Yamaha is not putting out 150 HP !
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