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    Nothing on key turn

    Just run to your local shop for a quick diagnosis.
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    1971 18 hp Evinrude Kill switch

    To STOP the motor the switch connects the 2 wires together.----It is that simple.
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    1986 Johnson 110 dies when accelerating.

    The compression numbers are most important.----These motors are famous for broken piston rings.----Running with oil injection ?----Tested oil injection ?----Or running with 50:1 mix ?
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    Mercury 9.9 idle mixture screw

    What is the motor doing / not doing.------I see a plug item #13 that hides an orifice.-----A calibrated passage way and not an adjusting screw.----Yes you would have to put that plug back in.----What other trouble shooting has been done ?
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    Mercury 9.9 idle mixture screw

    Year / model / serial # by chance ?
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    Engine cover (cowling) compatibility for J90VLSIG

    The V is for the " quiet rider " models.----You might be able to modify the standard cowling for use.
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    BTW I got that alternator installed on my 40 Rudy

    At one time I used to joke about putting one of those wee car ( japanese ) alternators on these motors.-----Now someone has done it.
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    does this look like it had power tilt and trim?

    The power trim / tilt is clearly shown.----External cylinders.----The pump and reservoir are mounted INSIDE the boat.----Those must come with the motor.----Switch is shown on the handle.
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    BTW I got that alternator installed on my 40 Rudy

    Nice work.
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    1998 90HP Evinrude Problems!

    Be about 1/2 that if you do the work yourself.--------You will see why they say-------B.O.A.T.-----Bring on another thousand.
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    1998 90HP Evinrude Problems!

    Do a search for websites with parts prices including rebuilt powerheads. ---Will help determine path forward for you.-----Looking at about $2400 for rebuilt powerhead.-----Gasket set included at that price.
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    1998 90HP Evinrude Problems!

    Your location ?
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    Engine cover (cowling) compatibility for J90VLSIG

    That is the CARBURETED V-4 models of the 60 degree looper design.
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    1998 90HP Evinrude Problems!

    Step #1 is to take it all apart.-----You need to bore and fit 4 new O/S pistons.-------Do not overlook an inspection / reseal of the lower unit.----Be a shame if that blew up after rebuilding the powerhead.
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    1998 90HP Evinrude Problems!

    Some will argue all day long.----I say it is fixable if you want to learn about doing it yourself.----If you have to run to a shop at $100+ / hr you will be shocked by the cost to repair this.-----I do not have enuff fingers and toes to count how many times I have seen this very same damage !!
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    1998 90HP Evinrude Problems!

    A broken piston ring is the cause.----Remove bypass cover on side of the block and see the broken ring / damage!
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    1998 90HP Evinrude Problems!

    Lack of spark has nothing to do with it !!!----It is poor design of the TOP piston ring that is the problem.
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    Shaft shaft height

    Just take it apart.----Post pictures of the parts.----I don't think a shift cradle can bend on these !
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    Shaft shaft height

    Not all driveshaft lengths are the same either.
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    Shaft shaft height

    it be 21- 15/16"
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