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    Co-owning a boat?

    One way is to set an hourly rate for use of the boat.----Say $15 / hr.-----That is for a common expenses fund.----Say the thing needs an oil change or water pump.-----Take it out of the fund.------The one who uses it the most has put the most beer tokens into the fund.
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    1990 Evinrude XP 150

    Well---- 12 volts from the battery is not used to make spark on this motor.-----I would first get the battery inspected / load tested.----And I would take the starter apart for inspection / ohm test on armature.-----These steps cost no money and easy to do.-----Do a compression test for future...
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    I would have no trouble finding a flywheel.-----Makes me wonder what else was done to this motor.
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    Shift Rod Question

    set it at 21-15/16"----There are no tricks needed for the simple job of putting the pin in.----Did you take note of the direction of offset at the top of the rod ?----Do you know the procedure for setting the shift rod height ?
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    Both are NLA and were big $$ items.-----Time for some E-BAY shopping.-----Both are scrap in my opinion.
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    Mariner 80hp 1983

    The flexplate should not be taken off.----Flywheel is removed as 1 unit.------Use the factory style puller ( I made one years ago.) ----Or use a puller and 2 threaded holes bolts of the 8 to do this simple job.
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    Hurry to a boat repair shop if you can find one to work on that simple motor.
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    It ( item #21) holds the choke during the starting process.----Makes sure that the flapper is closed completely and stays closed !----In my opinion this should be an easy fix to get this motor running.----But you never know what the 3 previous owners did to this motor !
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    Be hard for both crankcases to fail at the same time.------Is the choke detent in good shape and working properly , yes or no ?----It is item #21 in the parts diagram.
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    You put in 6-1/2 drops ( bit of humour ) to quickly determine where the issue is with a motor.----If motor fires it proves spark at the right time and compression.-----So the issue on this motor is fuel delivery.-----Maybe the high speed jet in the carburetor bowl is plugged.----Or maybe the NLA...
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    When you pull the choke on does the choke plate close fully ?----And does it stay closed after you try and start the motor, yes or no or no idea what to look for ?
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    Fuel injected parts no longer available

    Electronic devices are cheap to make in an automated factory.------Electronic devices are quick and cheap to install on an assembly line.----Are calibrated at the source.----Require few skill at the assembly line.-----But when it comes to diagnoses and repairs this new technology is very expensive.
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    86 Johnson gt 200

    Just take the advice of your mechanic and ignore us here.-------Install powerpack off AMAZON and go fishing
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    86 Johnson gt 200

    I do not know your mechanic.----I can not see , feel or hear your motor.----You need to provide exact information , answers to questions.----Perhaps find a good shop at $100 + / hr if you can find one to work on a 37 year old motor.----Good luck with it.
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    86 Johnson gt 200

    Good luck with your motor.
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    86 Johnson gt 200

    Need to provide information for folks to help you fix this !----Does spark jump a gap of at least 3/8" on all 6 leads , yes or no ?----Post the compression numbers.------Running with tested VRO in service ?----Or premix at 50:1 ratio.----Water pump impeller replaced ?----Flywheel key checked ?
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    86 Johnson gt 200

    Does spark jump a gap of 3/8" or more on all leads?------If the motor is new to you post the compression test results here.----If battery is old or starter motor is weak there will not be a strong spark.----Flywheel must turn fast to generate a strong spark.
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    Johnson 40HP 2 stroke model number

    Graphics are not original.----It is at least a 1989 or newer.----You have to install a new water pump impeller.----Post picture of top of driveshaft.----89 to 92 were small spline and 93 and newer were a bigger spline.----Lower units on these are not robust.----Use the best oil you can find at...
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    1975 Johnson 25 HP Not Running

    It should be an easy diagnosis and fix !!
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    Cybertruck

    Executives at the " big three " should be talking about this thing----I am not a fan of electric vehicles.-----Young folks today have different buying habits and priorities.
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