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    Kicker on a CC?

    It should be made mandatory to have a kicker at 5 to10% of main power to go far out on the " great " lakes.
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    No sparking v4

    ???-----Go to an automotive store.----Find or ask for a " flywheel turning tool "----Hint----you can use this tool to stop the flywheel from turning.
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    Kicker on a CC?

    This why so many experienced people who venture far from home go with twin engines.
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    1995 Johnson 15hp J15REOD - Underpowered

    Step #1 is always a compression test.--post the actual values.-
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    Yamaha T50 won't exceed 3500 rpm

    Are you 100% sure this motor is in good condition ?
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    Oh no.....wet foam! need a plan B.

    I would do a complete evaluation of the engine / drive before spending any coins on this thing.
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    GT 200 fuel pump

    Have you tested with a portable fuel tank and another hose?-----You can likely make the fuel piston flapper.-----Are the check valves in air motor body working ?-----Is there a PRESSURE pulse from the crankcase ?
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    GT 200 fuel pump

    Air motor diaphragm or fuel piston flapper ?
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    J90MLCRD-'84 90hp Broken exhaust bolt boss

    Find a welder.----Or look into a product called ---lumiweld or similar products.-----Or call a welding supplier and ask for aluminum brazing rod.
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    GT 200 fuel pump

    What part is damaged in your fuel pump ?-----Your location ?
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    Oh no.....wet foam! need a plan B.

    Usually when you start on these jobs you will find more damage / rot.-----And then some more.
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    Thinner for bottom paint, what to use??

    Couple of ounces of lacquer thinner.
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    Timing Tips?

    It is an elegantly simple procedure.----Points open at the correct time to produce maximum spark intensity.
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    Vernatherm installation 85EL77S

    Maybe I will have a look at a motor like that later today.---- See if it would be a 10 minute job.
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    Why is gear oil leaking out of lower unit when running?

    oil is mixed with the gas.-----Some oil / gas mixture goes right through the motor.----I say it is normal.----Was there any water INSIDE the gearcase that drained out with the gear oil ?
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    Screeching noise on my 1967 3hp

    Agreed----Should be easy to find.
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    Can I use a jack plate for short shaft motor on tall transom

    Not practical to use a jackplate that way.
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    1976 135HP Evinrude No gas going to spark plugs/cylinder

    Does spark jump a gap of 1/2" on a test device , yes or no?-----Do choke plates close when you operate the choke switch ?----Your location ?
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    1960 Evinrude 10 hp Shift Issue

    If adjustment at shift lever is correct , take lower unit apart.----Inspect bronze bushing above pinion.---Inspect bottom bearing surface on driveshaft.---Insoect forward gear and clutch dog.
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