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    1978 Johnson 115 Electric Choke

    ???------There is one wire going to the choke solenoid.----Use a jumper wire and put 12 volts to the solenoid.-----It should click and pull the choke on.---Also make sure that choke is not in the fully on ( manual lever ) position now.
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    1969 Johnson 4hp shaky throttle

    Parts book shows a friction unit on the throttle shaft.----Inside on the lower cowling.
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    1978 Johnson 115 Electric Choke

    It states that this control has an ignition switch that you push in to prime.
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    1986 lowe 160 16ft -motor weight problems

    I have a 1980 17' project boat rated for 150 HP by US Coast Guard.----Have a 1997 model 150 HP 2 stroke at about 380 LBS,------New 150 HP 4 stroke is 520 LBS.------- Motors not rated at the prop in 1980.------I do not believe the 4 stroke would be correct !
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    1986 lowe 160 16ft -motor weight problems

    Many motors were lighter in weight back in the day.-----For example the 1972 model Evinrude 125 HP was listed at 252 LBS.
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    1986 lowe 160 16ft -motor weight problems

    I do not believe these rules / capacity plates are well thought out these days.-----They have never been adjusted for propshaft power or the increased weight of modern motors !
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    1967 evinrude lark4 40 hp

    The ends are similar but not exactly the same.----The end that is NOT broken goes on the tower shaft.---Open end would face you.-----Not hard to figure out the installation I think.
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    Tohatsu 9.8a durability in salt

    Not all motors are built with the best materials.----An owner can use some tricks / sealers to prevent threads from getting water in them.----That causes corrosion to build up and jams stuff.-----Also there is something called " hydrogen embrittlement on stainless fasteners.
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    OMC Stringer remote shift

    I do not believe that the " 400 " models were electric shift.----Agreed ---Does exhaust come out the center of the prop ?----Is there a shift and throttle cable on that control ?
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    1967 evinrude lark4 40 hp

    You are too far away to walk over for a freebee.----Sorry.
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    1967 evinrude lark4 40 hp

    316368 called a SPRING used from 1960 to 1970 on the 40 HP.---And on the 20 / 25 / 35 / 35 HP up to 2005 models.-----.-------Lots of those around.---Dealer might even have it in stock.----Most old time shops would have a few laying around.-----They are proud of that item.----Only on sale at $38...
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    No Spark and Key wont turn the engine over.

    As far as I know it keeps the battery charged.-----Many motors ( 9.9 to 50 HP ) have electronic ignition and no battery or voltage regulator.
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    Best way to mount a 20” Evinrude 110 on a 25” transom?

    Carpenters used to say----" measure 2 X and cut once "------So yes you can measure boat and the motor.-----Then determine the steps to take.
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    No Spark and Key wont turn the engine over.

    Voltage regulator ?
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    1986 lowe 160 16ft -motor weight problems

    The 50 HP ( same as the 48 HP ) long shaft with trim and tilt is listed at 218 LBS on these.
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    Skeg Welding

    Whenever welding is done on a component there is a risk of distortion.------A welding shop that does these all the time would have a procedure in place.----Or they have likely made mistakes over the years and do not make them anymore.
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    1986 lowe 160 16ft -motor weight problems

    ???----How did you determine the weight of the 1988 model 48 HP special ?-----About 186 lbs is listed in the brochure.
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    56 Johnson Javelin 30 Restoration / New to this

    Only way is take it apart for inspection and education.----You will be able to pick a better project after this one.
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    1956 Johnson 30 / Starter won’t turn flywheel completely

    I say ----Don't spend any money on this motor until you do a complete teardown.
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    Evinrude/ Johnson 20hp to 30/35 conversion HELP!!

    The electric primer has a red lever on it for manual operation.-----Or the manual primer shoots fuel in when operated.----All very easy if you understand how they work.-----The electric primer was used on electric start motors from 9.9 to 300 HP.----A wonderful item it is.
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