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    1989 evinrude 140hp low compression

    The motor would be happy with 4 O/S pistons and rings.
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    Thermostats or restrictors for 1981 115 hp Johnson

    When the piston clearance near the rings get to about 0.018 / 0.020" and it does that.------- These tapered rings rings move in and out al the time !!-----It wears the groove,----New rings will not seat / seal properly.-----It seems to me that it is a difficult concept for me to get across.
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    1989 evinrude 140hp low compression

    Look for possible issues with the 6 metal seal rings found on the crankshaft.
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    1984 johnson 90hp carb leaking fuel out air cleaner

    Well----There should be a low speed orifice there ! ----One for each side of the bowl..
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    1984 johnson 90hp carb leaking fuel out air cleaner

    Read post #108 carefully. ---with extra info.
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    Thermostats or restrictors for 1981 115 hp Johnson

    Sorry----That makes no sense to me.
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    1984 johnson 90hp carb leaking fuel out air cleaner

    Sorry----I see a plug where the red arrow points.----That is NOT an adjusting screw for mixture !!----Some carburetors you have to remove the float bowl to get at the low speed orifice plug.------You have to take that plug out to find the high speed orifice plug ( calibrated hole ) for...
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    Ignition swap 1970 60hp 60073D to 1974 70hp

    The first step would be to check position of flywheel key relative to TDC on the 2 crankshafts.
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    75hp Lower Unit - confirming reverse gear is engaged

    Just take the lower unit apart for inspection.
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    Need help to identify this Evinrude.

    A mid 70's model 50 / 55 HP.-----But pictures of the cowling if original will pinpoint the year in seconds..-----Any idea why it was taken apart ?
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    Gear ratio

    Could be 12:27 or .44 on that motor.------But there are different lower units that will fit as well..----Remove sparkplugs.----Put motor in gear.------Turn flywheel 10 turns after prop starts turning.-----Count turns of the prop for 10 turns of flywheel.
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    Buying CDI rectifier ? Johnson 30 hp 1987

    So it appears that the CDI unit is more than a simple rectifier.----Problem solved.
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    Buying CDI rectifier ? Johnson 30 hp 1987

    A rectifier does not regulate voltage.----Not an expensive part so give the cdi unit a try.
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    Is this legit?

    Don't some of these Bayliners have the nickname of ----Paperliners-------I would not want a free one like that other than to scavenge the parts and trailer.
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    Starter rope replacement 1998 8hp Evinrude.

    I think you put the one end on the pully.----Then put the pulley in place.------Then wind the pulley until the spring is fully in the housing.----Actually quite painless and simple.
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    Needing help ID'ing a leak location, pls. 1992 Johnson 140 Looper V4

    When a 2 stroke is running some gas / oil mix goes right through the motor and is wasted.----It is not even compressed / burned.-----Yes , whenever the motor is running this is going on.----It is the nature of a 2 stroke motor.
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    Needing help ID'ing a leak location, pls. 1992 Johnson 140 Looper V4

    Sorry----Sometimes it is difficult to explain simple stuff to a first time outboard owner.
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    Best 15 hp motor for saltwater, new wasn't sure where to post

    Locally I see folks looking for 9.9 / 15 HP OMC motors.----In any condition to rebuild / repair.----Many folks now realizing how good these motors are.
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    Anyone ever shipped an outboard

    It is a deal.----Strap to a pallet and wait for the parts to arrive.
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    Is this legit?

    There are many reasons why folks get rid of boats.-----If the drive is good you will get your money back on that alone.--If trailer is good you could now make a profit------Could be a cracked block or other issues.----Buyer beware on a " near free " boat I say.
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