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    Power trim problems

    The cylinders are different internally.----Perhaps look at the pivot points on the motor.----Something might be binding up.------Failing that you might need to find repair kits.
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    Power trim problems

    Question for you.----Are the 2 cylinders the same ?-----One is called a TRIM cylinder and one is called a TILT cylinder.
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    newer powerhead on 1957 5.5 fisherman

    Check part # of the gasket between powerhead and exhaust housing !!
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    newer powerhead on 1957 5.5 fisherman

    Not going to work.-----However , you can fit the newer crankshaft , rods and pistons into a 1957 block.
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    Johnson J150VXSIG 2001 carb looper smoking badly, rough

    Yes , I know there is only 1 jet in each bowl.----Good luck with the investigation.
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    1962 18hp Evinrude shift handle and speed stop adjust

    The only adjustment is on the shift lever itself , as far as I know.
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    Johnson J150VXSIG 2001 carb looper smoking badly, rough

    What was done with high speed jets that were in the old bowls ?
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    Choke to solenoid primer changeover

    The primer set up does not make more power.----It is only used for starting.-----The primer is an electric valve.----It is not a pump.----That primer is a wonderful device !!----So simple and effective.-----Makes for near instant starts if used properly.-=---I have even installed that unit on an...
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    Evenrude 70 won't speed up lack of power.

    Timing does not normally go out of adjustment.-----But check for a sheared flywheel key !----And check for a cylinder sleeve rotated out of position.----You did remove high speed jet ( orifice plug ) from carburetor bowl to clean it ?----Nozzle gaskets in place in carburetors ?
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    1979 Evinrude 115999R

    Pull bypass covers and have a look at pistons and rings.----Powerhead has already been replaced as original was not white.----Just 6 wee bolts for each of the 4 covers,.---Might need new $4.00 gaskets.----As you know these motors are famous for broken piston rings.----If it has broken rings then...
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    Low Compression Top Cylinder NS25C3

    Remove cylinder head.----Lucky if it is a blown head gasket.-----Do you install a new water pump impeller about every 5 years ??
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    Possible lower unit damage?

    With some soapy water you should be able to find the leak.
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    8-pin cable plug harness

    Find each side of the wire with the loose pin.----Then solder in a " jumper wire " to bypass the defective pin.----See what happens.----Save money.
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    What is this

    Is it installed correctly in the picture ?
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    Thoughts on potential automated pitch calling in MLB

    Many human beings are now too occupied by TIME.-----They want everything now and in a hurry.----A baseball game takes time and is not over till it is over.
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    1971 25 HP Prop Shaft Seal replacement question

    Nope.----The slots are there for proper oil flow in the bushing.----Pop out the washer on the other end !---Replace the seal.----Nothing to it.
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    Tohatsu 2-stroke impeller

    Put more water in the bucket ??----Must be 8" above the impeller.
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    Wits end again - 75 V4 115. Will an oscilloscope help??

    Well----I doubt the seal is the issue.
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    115 2+2 High Idle

    I cannot touch your motor.----But in my opinion it should be easy to figure out and fix !
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    115 2+2 High Idle

    If the flywheel key is sheared the timing will be way out of spec.----I do not believe a timing light can determine this.
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