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    1999 Ocean Pro 225 stuck in neutral

    Post #2 did say to check the gear oil first.----You are sure this motor only has 20 hrs on it ?-----Post about 6 overall pictures of it.
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    Quick Question on Evinrude 50373R compression

    Yes those numbers make sense.----And there is no problem there.
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    Evinrude 200 HP Tilt / Trim Issue

    There is a tilt limit switch.----It prevents trimming too high.
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    1985 Johnson V4 140 hp idling problem

    It does not require adjustments at high RPM in the water.-----Does spark jump a gap of at least 3/8" on all leads.----There have been issues with crankshaft sealing rings ( metal ) on these big loopers.----Checked the flywheel key ?----Carburetor bowls may be warped, did you check them when...
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    1999 Ocean Pro 225 stuck in neutral

    Less than 20 hrs ??----Check the gear oil first.----Does shift rod move up and down when shifting ?-----Sounds like a major issue.----Stripped gears or broken shaft.
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    Concerned about damaging ignition system 1988 115hp L6

    Timing normally does not go out of adjustment on these.
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    2 Stroke Outboard Engine troubles low speed burp/thump.

    Any idea what motor you own ?
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    72 Johnson 85 Hydro Electric Stuck in Neutral

    He says that it stays in neutral even with motor stopped.----So it is NOT an electrical problem.
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    My 1997 150hp rebuild

    The crankcase halves fall apart if al the bolts are out.-----You do have the intake manifold / reed valves off ?-----Best to keep the hammer and spreader tools away from this fine motor
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    E8RCRM 8 hp Timing Marks?

    ???----There are no points on this motor !
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    1978 Johnson Seahorse V4 (85ML78C) Engine Runs Away

    I do not believe you have to worry about ---" oil blow-by"-----On this 2 stroke motor.-----Post the compression test numbers.
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    1985 Johnson V4 140 hp idling problem

    Trouble shooting starts with a compression test.----Post your numbers.
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    Stuck pinion drive gears

    I think you can separate that ring and reposition it by 60 degrees.
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    1990 Force L-Drive 90hp -- Can't get it to idle -- losing my mind :D

    Sorry----I do not think it sounds ---" super healthy "----At all.-----Have you done a compression test.
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    1971 Johnson 60hp cdi box issue

    There is a wonderful opportunity to learn here on your part.----But you are questioning my simple tricks.------Some trouble shooting on your part needs to be done.----Maybe return the possibly defective parts.-----Ignition trouble shooting guide may be found on line.----I started repairing these...
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    1971 Johnson 60hp cdi box issue

    Make sure you have a big battery.----Load test the battery.-----Take starter apart for inspection.----Test the starter armature for short to ground.
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    Prop for a 1992 40 hp Johnson Tracker?

    Your local boat shop would help you I would think.
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    Stuck pinion drive gears

    Good luck sorting this out.
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    Merc 115 L6 middle carb pours gas when I pump fuel bulb

    A Mercury dealer would not normally supply the wrong parts.
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    1971 Johnson 60hp cdi box issue

    Post #2 says it does NOT supply 12 volts to the coil.
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