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    Johnson Evinrude swap

    You have to wonder about a " parts motor " that might be a reliable runner.----What other inspection was done ?----Gear oil checked ?----What are your " good " compression numbers on this machine ?-----Use wiring diagrams to figure out how to swap the CD / powerpack.
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    Johnson Evinrude swap

    You want to revive a " parts motor " ?-------What inspection have you done on the 56 cube model?
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    boat year and model?

    If you have the time and know where to find parts it can be an economical boat.-----If you need the boat every weekend to get to an island it may not be the best choice.
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    mercury 2.5 lower unit shimming

    Parts book shows shims ---item #16 as required.----Perhaps visit you local shop to have shimming requirement checked.
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    boat year and model?

    Picture of the outdrive ?----Model # of the outdrive ?----Do a complete evaluation of this boat ( stringers / floor / transom ) before spending any beer tokens on the engine / drive !!!
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    Fuel Issue

    Post the compression test numbers.-----Perhaps test run with a 5 gallon tank and hose.
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    Fuel Issue

    Is this a 1969 model ?-----A 1973 ?-----A 1995 60 degree looper ?---A 1998 crossflow ?-----Post a model # here first !
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    93 Johson 150hp fuel issue

    Carburetor bowl screws are around 10 INCH LBS , and that is not very much.
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    Mercury 50hp year ID?

    It is a 1982 model.----Your location ?----What parts are you looking for.-----Service work starts with a compression test.-----Post the numbers here.
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    Fuel Pump Bad?

    Nope.-----Look at parts manuals and you will find that the pump from a 1976 model 25 HP will bolt right on.---Diaphragm material from say a1966 model 100 HP pump can be used to cut one for your pump.-----You seem reluctant to tackle simple jobs .----I think I will step aside on this one.
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    Fuel Pump Bad?

    These pumps operate with a PRESSURE pulse.----There are many pumps that will fit / work on your 18 HP.----Do not limit your search to the 65 model year !!----A diaphragm is easy to make.----Take pump apart and see what it might need.---No need to be scared of a simple pump.
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    Trying to find correct prop for motor

    Somebody was not aware that the bearing carrier has a left hand thread.----That is how it was damaged.-----If the internal bits are good then install a prop and go fishing !
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    Fuel Pump Bad?

    You can get a new gasket for the cover.----Don't rush out and buy a new pump.----In my opinion these PRESSURE operated pumps are easy to inspect and repair.
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    Heating Johnson

    That advisory was for the 56 cube 3 cylinder motors !!----It does not apply to the V_4 models !
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    Gearcase compatibility - V4 Crossflow question

    You put extreme load on on the lower ball bearing.-----And you forced the driveshaft down so that it could not move up.-----This results in the pinion and forward gear not meshing properly !!----Easy to correct all this.----Do not run the motor without making corrections.
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    Flywheel is easy to spin without spark plugs

    And how did you diagnose that powerpack is bad ?-----Some testing done or your neighbor said ---" must be the powerpack "-----If flywheel does not spin fast there is a " no spark " condition.-------Look this motor over carefully and post compression values BEFORE spending any beer tokens on it.
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    Docking outboard stern to dock

    When operating in and around the docks the rule is ----GO SLOW ----So if you have lines ready and a boat hook there should be no issue.
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    PLEASE HELP

    Well----Look again for the fill and drain plugs.-----When filling the gearcase you fill from the bottom till oil comes out the top ( vent ) screw.-----Then again it might be best to have your dealer do this.---And install a new water pump impeller too.-----So easy to make expensive mistakes on...
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    Oil mix ratio

    Rod bearings were bigger on the 7.5 HP compared to the 5.5 HP.-----There also was some issues with the smaller pressure tank and ability of folks to understand mixing.-------One quart to the 6 gallon tank or 1 quart to the 3 gallon tank.
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    Johnson 112 vs 90 questions..

    Bypass cover is 6 wee bolts and a $4.00 gasket.----Not an " involved " inspection in my opinion.
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