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    1992 70hp Johnson - electrical issue - continued new

    That ground has nothing to do with the starter motor.----Check the one wee wire from solenoid to a ground on the block.----Yes there is a ground there and about 4" long if I recall.
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    1954 cd11 johnson wont run

    If the carburetor is full it should start and run for say 15 / 20 seconds till it is empty.----In those 20 seconds the simple fuel tank should be pressurized to keep fuel going to the motor.-----The primes on the tank does NOT put pressure on the tank.
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    28hp super sea horse compatibility

    Simple hard fact for you.----They marketed a 28 HP in 1962 / 1963 / 1964.------No other 28 HP models are compatible !!
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    1980’s 90hp Tower of Power No Start

    Some simple testing needs to be done.-----Usually easy to figure out why a motor won't start !
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    still issues with losing spark and loading up

    Where did the powerhead come from ??------Model # is??----I would pull off a cylinder head for inspection.-----A head gasket is cheaper than all the work / parts tossed at it so far !!----Possibly carburetor bowls are warped ?-----You did not mention water pump impeller , is it new ??
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    68 Mercury 110 9.8 - Should water exit exhaust when hose attached to water pump pipe?

    Fact for you.-----Perhaps if this motor was severely overheated ( happens a lot ) because owners did not install new impeller every 3 years.------There is a plastic washer at the top of the water tube.----It melts on severe overheat.----Blocks water flow.-----Powerhead needs to be removed for...
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    28hp super sea horse compatibility

    No they are not.---Totally different motor.-----Well , ---maybe a few nuts and bolts.-----What parts are you looking for ?-----What is your motor doing / not doing.-----Your location ?----Lots of used parts available.-----Marketed as a 28 in 62 / 63 / 64.----Then with minor changes as a 33 HP...
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    Weird situation, looking for advice/how to repair

    If you snapped the bolt heads off you should be able to remove the powerhead.-----But first remove the lower unit incase the driveshaft is rusted in the crankshaft.-----Not sure if I would want to tackle your project.-----I would use that as a " parts only " motor.----Looks like a well worn /...
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    Tilt and trim

    There you go.----Good thing you looked at the valves !!
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    1980’s 90hp Tower of Power No Start

    Fuel pump has nothing to do with motor starting if carburetor bowls are full.
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    Weird situation, looking for advice/how to repair

    There are 3 bolts / mounts that hold cowling to the engine.----There are 6 bolts under the block to remove the powerhead.----I am not sure you are going about this the right way.
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    1980’s 90hp Tower of Power No Start

    You could have some wires mixed up.---I believe wires and switch box are clearly marked / identified.----You are pushing the key in and holding it in while cranking it over I hope.
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    Proper oil level for 60hp Bigfoot

    Find the dip stick first !!-----On a 4 stroke it might have a yellow handle.
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    1996 Evinrude 50 hp 3 cyl shift rod

    Stop----Your engine should have the hitch pin.----Remove that pin.----Post the shift arm all the way to the port side and rotate slightly.-----Shift rod will be disconnected.----Might need an assistant to push on the shift rod under the cowling.-----When you are done you will say " wow , that...
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    BOATING FROM DULUTH MN TO MADELINE ISLAND WI

    Just checked the world wide chart here.----Yes , you can go between the islands.----I myself would not go through the islands at 25 mph.----You would miss all the scenery !
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    1954 cd11 johnson wont run

    If spark jumps a gap of 3/8" your magneto is OK in my opinion.
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    1954 cd11 johnson wont run

    He stated coils were replaced !!---He states spark jumps a gap of 3/8"-----Hard to get spark at the wrong time on these simple magnetos.-----Carburetor work needs a revisit.----Reed valves need to be inspected.-----Any sign that this motor was completely torn down by a previous owner ??
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    BOATING FROM DULUTH MN TO MADELINE ISLAND WI

    So can you go between those islands or are you planning on going all the way around.------Plan on a 10 hr trip I think.
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    Outboard Mounting Height

    We can only go by the information posted !!-----We do not read between the lines.-----Visit your local boat shop.-----Pay for the professional help.----Get a refund here on your way out perhaps.-----I believe folks tried to help you.
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    1977 Johnson 140TL Rectifier troubleshooting

    Remove cover off the terminal strip.----Post picture off the cover and the terminal strip.
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