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    9.5 coils.

    Is there a disc on the engine block with numbers ??----That part # has been superceeded.----Yes that superceeded part # works.-----If motor has original graphics post picture of the cowling.----Don't forget to check thermostat and replace water pump impeller.
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    Johnson 25hp motor bogs down

    Always start with a compression test.----Post the numbers.----Does spark jump a gap of 3/8" on both leads.-----Does the manual fuel pump go hard?-----Water pump impeller needs to be replaced about every 5 years.
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    85hp Johnson Javelin 1976

    You ran the motor dry on the ramp ?----Big mistake if you did.-----Step #1 is to post the compression numbers here.------If this motor sat for a long time with fuel in the carburetors , they could be gummed up.-----Clean the carburetors before your next launch attempt.----Replace water pump...
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    Vintage OMC single-line tank connector

    The one pin sticks out further than the other.-----A clear indication of the o-ring inside being bad.---Remove the 2 plugs on the fitting.------One wee o-ring / quad ring behind that brass washer.-----Find the part # at ----Crowley marine.-----evinrudeparts.ca--------------I used to do this...
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    Engine flooding out.

    Timing on these motors does not go out of adjustment.-----Idle timing is the point where throttle plates open.-----Timing where the engine idles does not matter !-----Do a compression test for future reference.----Post your numbers.
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    1998 Evinrude ocean pro 200

    Parts book shows a 20 amp fuse.
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    1976 Merc 20hp power loss, high fuel consumption, one plug clean one black

    There are 2 separate crankcases.------I believe 4 reeds to each crankcase.-----And reed valves have nothing to do with compression in the cylinder.
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    1978 Mercury 140 low compression

    Open low speed mixture screws 1/8th turn at a time and test at the lake.-----You MUST install a new impeller.
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    Mariner 40 bottom carb fuel leak from Throttle Plate Rod

    If that is a vertical throttle shaft , then yes they can leak there.------Not a simple fix to stop that.
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    Evinrude 25 Electric Conversion

    Rectifier has yellow wires going to it.----They come from under the flywheel.
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    Evinrude 60hp - 3 Blade vs 4 Blade Prop Pitch

    I would say at 4400 RPM max that there is something wrong with the motor.----This is not a 3 verses 4 blades issue.-----Do some trouble shooting on the motor !!
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    Merc 500 50 HP controller

    Your location.-----E-Bay is one place where you can take your chances.
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    1970 Johnson 40hp 40e 70a spark plug

    Development is allowed and has ruined many a pristine lake.------Development along rivers and lakes is BAD for wildlife.-------
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    Intermittent Start - Starflite 75

    Well----70 PSI is low.-----But do a simple test.-----Remove sparkplugs 1 at a time.----Put a few drops of fuel in each cylinder.----Crank it over and report what happens.-----I When I worked on these on a regular basis they were easy to start.----Have a 63 model in the storage shed.
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    1996 9.9 HP 4 stroke Merc Mariner- HOPE SOMEBODY HAS SOME ANSWERS

    Remove lower unit.----Inspect water pump.
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    1976 Merc 20hp power loss, high fuel consumption, one plug clean one black

    Picked one of those up at a dealer once.----Yes that piece could be stuck in a reed valve.
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    Installing power trim/tilt unit onto 1996 Johnson 50hp outboard

    You need the relays.----Possibly found used at dealers or E-bay.
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    1969 evinrude 25 horse 2 stroke won’t start

    Hope is eternal.----I believe this motor needs major work.-----Save the new gasket for when you assemble with good parts.
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    Need Help with Ignition

    Pictures of the 60 HP will help.-----Post about 8 or 10 of them.
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    1967 Evinrude 18hp Fastwin with 25hp Carb: Trouble starting, staying running

    Agreed.
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