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    Evinrude 25202r WOT adjustment

    Spark timing , relative to the piston in the bore is automatically controlled by linkages.-----No user adjustment possible or needed.
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    Fuel restriction alarm

    There must be lots of VRO pumps with good warning / alarm circuits.-----Bins full of them at some shops.-----Make some phone calls and find one for cheap.
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    1991 25hp evinrude starting issues

    Does spark jump a gap of at least 3/8" or more , yes or no ?-----You have checked flywheel key ?
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    Evinrude 25202r WOT adjustment

    Item 37 and item 41.----Officially called " control lever " by educated folks.
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    Will Replacing Rings Increase Compression >105PSI?

    Head gasket is cheap.----Remove cylinder head to inspect cylinders.
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    Evinrude 25202r WOT adjustment

    Check plastic pin on bottom of tower shaft.----Check gear mesh on handle.
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    Any idea where to buy a storage pouch like this??

    West Marine has them ----" sheet bags "---- in many styles and colors !
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    Mercury 40 fuel problem

    When the bulb collapses the fuel pump is working just fine.-----The issue is from the bulb to the tank.----So check vent of fuel tank.----Anti-syphon valve ( if equipped ) and the screen inside your fuel tank.-----A simple test would be to run with a seperate 5 gallon tank.----Should be easy to...
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    Any idea where to buy a storage pouch like this??

    Something like that is commonly found on SAILBOATS.----called a " tailing bag " or " sheet bag "-----Used to store line that has come off a winch.------So look into finding this at sailboat suppliers / sailmakers websites.----Perhaps many other places.----Used this item myself , many times on...
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    98 Johnson leaking hydraulic fluid.

    Take the load of that tube.----Take bolts out of transom.----Lift motor 1/2"
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    98 Johnson leaking hydraulic fluid.

    Local hardware store / small engine shop might have that o-ring for $1
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    Engine weight

    Know of a dealer that REFUSED to order in the early FICHT motors.-----Long time Evinrude shop.-----They lifted his dealership status.-----No regrets on his part.----It was a corporate blunder to not support the small shops that gave OMC a good reputation in the 1960's
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    Evinrude 25202r WOT adjustment

    Does the throttle plate go horizontal at wide open throttle ??----Reed valves checked ??----Spark that jumps a gap of 5/16" on both leads ?-----Plastic pin on tower shaft in good shape ?----Post compression values again.
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    Engine weight

    Most people if willing , can learn about maintaining / testing an older motor and simple systems.---Yes they do need attention.-----New 4 strokes start and run until they don't.----Then for most folks it is a trip to the shop. -----Scary for those who are on a budget.----Ecu / EMM units can be...
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    Evinrude 7520 clearance question

    There is no thrust washer.----Remove bypass covers and inspect pistons rings.---Check connecting rod for clearance.----Remove cylinder head to inspect cylinders.
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    Engine weight

    Points and electric shift are NOT a challenge for some folks.---And do not require $100+ / HR shop support.---Just look at ECU prices and availability for some " modern " 20 year old motors.
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    98 Johnson leaking hydraulic fluid.

    This comes under " lack " of maintenance.----Some screws on outboards must be moved once in a while to keep them from jamming with corrosion.----Even more important in salt water.------Screws can be dipped in a sealant to keep water out of the threads.
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    1992 Evinrude 150hp EXEN will not run correctly

    Simple stuff in my opinion !!
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    1992 Evinrude 150hp EXEN will not run correctly

    Did you remove high speed jets from old bowls and install them in the new bowls ?
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    1992 Evinrude 150hp EXEN will not run correctly

    Simple test.-----Does spark jump a gap of 7/16" or more on each lead , yes or no.
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