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    Pre Alpha Mercruiser lower shift shaft removal?

    Kenny- I already had the screw in bushing and seal removed, but it doesn't seem to lift out? I can see the washer and clip you are talking about that was under the bushing. Should the shift shaft lift straight out with the screw in bushing removed?
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    Pre Alpha Mercruiser lower shift shaft removal?

    Hi Bt, thanks for the reply. I am trying to remove the splined shift shaft in the lower unit, it should come out the top of the lower unit, but seems to be getting hung up. This is the vertical splined shaft near the water pump. It is about 9" long. Thanks
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    Pre Alpha Mercruiser lower shift shaft removal?

    Hello- I have a pre alpha Mercruiser stern drive unit on a 1974 Glastron boat with a 140hp inboard. I am going through the lower unit to replace all the seals. My shift shaft is corroded and rusty where the shift shaft seal would ride, so it will need to be replaced. I purchased a new shift...
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    1974 Glastron V-179 Starflite Fuel Sender Info Needed

    Hello- I have a 1974 Glastron Starflite V-179 boat. I want to replace the fuel sender unit in the tank. Will the universal units work with my OEM fuel gauge? I think the universal units operate from 30-240 ohms. Just not sure if this will work with the oem gauge, as the current sender I...
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    1957 Johnson RDE-19 gearcase pivot pin washer needed 304083

    Hello- I have a 1957 Johnson 35hp model RDE that I am going through the gearcase right now. I cannot find a gasket for the shifter pivot pin screw anywhere online. Part number is 304083. Does anyone know where I can get one, they are listed as NLA with no superceded number to go to. I assume...
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    Lowance HST-WSU 200 khz Skimmer transducer problems

    Hello- I have a cheap Eagle Cuda 168 fish finder (made by Lowrance), mainly use it for water depth and temp. The transducer is a model HST-WSU made by Lowrance. Last year it did not work right at any speed or depth on our annual fishing trip. I do have it mounted at the proper angle and...
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    Piston melted on 1977 Johnson 35HP?

    Hello- My neighbor has a 1977 Johnson 35hp with what looks like a melted piston on the top cylinder, full model is 35EL77H. Could someone tell me from the pictures what may have happened? Head gasket looks blown. Did water get in the upper cylinder? What would cause the top cylinder to do...
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    1957 Johnson 35hp RDE-19 upper crank bearing and seal

    Hello- Could someone tell me if the engine has to be split and taken apart to change the upper and lower crank bearings on a 1957 Johnson RDE-19 35hp? Also, does any aftermarket company make the oil seal puller for the top crank seal? Or has someone done this without the tool. I am not to...
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    Compression relief valves leaking oil on 1957 35hp Johnson RDE-19

    Hello- How can I get my compression relief valves to stop leaking oil on my 1957 Johnson RDE-19 35hp motor? The bottom cylinder is the worst, leaks down cylinder head and into motor cover, then down outside of exhaust leg. These valves are not in use anymore, all linkage has been removed as I...
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    Johnson RDE-19 Loud Out Exhaust Relief Hole??

    Hello- Took my 1957 Johnson RDE-19 35hp out on fishing trip this week. Noticed that when I run the engine at idle and at lower RPM's, the exhaust is louder than it was before out the exhaust relief port above the water. Seems to have a louder more distinct spit and popping sound now. Engine...
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    CB radio Antenna grounding on Aluminum boat?

    Hello- I want to put a CB radio on my 14ft aluminum boat so I can talk to my friends in their boats. I heard you have to properly ground the antenna. How would I go about doing this on a 14ft aluminum boat? Do I just hook up a grounding wire from the antenna bracket and bolt other end of...
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    AC Delco Spark Plugs VS. Champion Spark Plugs

    Hello- Wanted to see what some of you had to say about using AC delco plugs on your OMC motors. I currently have a 1957 Johnson 35hp and am running AC M44C plugs. Also, own a few sets of AC M42K plugs as well. Haven't tried the Champion J8C or J6C plugs yet. Motor seems to run good on the...
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    1957 Johnson 35HP fuel pump (380016) questions?

    Hello- I have a 1957 Johnson 35HP model RDE-19. I have converted the fuel system to use a fuel pump which gets its vacuum from engine side port. Had a used fuel pump from a 1964 Johnson 18hp, part number is 380016. This pump is working fine now, but I am going on a fishing trip and don't...
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    What is value of a Clinton K-350 3.5hp Outboard 1980 year?

    Hello- I have a 1980 Clinton 3.5hp model K-350 outboard motor. It is in nice shape with the owners and parts manual. Can someone give me an idea what this is worth? There is a guy at my work that bis interested in it. What other outboards are similar to this? I heard Eska and Sears Ted...
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    Where can I find a Johnson pinion bearing 376858

    Hello- Does anyone know where I can fine a lower pinion bearing OMC part number 376858 for my 35hp johnson at a REASONABLE price. Seems like everywhere online wants over $100 for this bearing. Bearing manufacturer is Torrington AG28493, or AETNA 5204-P Really would like to replace this...
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    1957 Johnson 35HP RDE-19 Lower unit case shot?

    Re: 1957 Johnson 35HP RDE-19 Lower unit case shot? Thought I would post the picture of the water pump webbing that is bowed with some arrows to the problem points. My camera does not take good close up pictures.. Thanks!
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    1957 Johnson 35HP RDE-19 Lower unit case shot?

    Hello- I picked up a 1957 Johnson 35HP model RDE-19 for $75.00. Motor runs great, really moves my 14ft boat! Anyway, I pulled the lower unit off yesterday to install a new water pump impeller, housing, and plate. 2 of the 3 screws holding the pump in place came out, the third snapped off...
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    Johnson trolling motor foot control cable 8 Foot long needed

    Hello- Does anyone have a 8ft long foot pedal control cable to fit a Johnson trolling motor used or new?. My trolling motor is a 1978 model E25-R. 1977-1986 models should all be the same Evinrude or Johnson. PArt number for 8 ft cable is 387970. These trolling motors normally came with 5ft...
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    Can Low Speed Jet Cause Engine to Run Rich at WOT?

    Hello- I am still in the process of diagnosing my 1964 Johnson 18hp model FD-18E. Thanks to all who have responded to my previous threads. I have rebuilt carb, soaked, blown out with compressed air, new float and adjusted, putting in new high speed orifice plug. My question is, if the new...
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    High speed Orifice Plug 328544 size?

    Hello- Does anyone out there have specs on the diameter of a high speed orifice plug with OMC part# 328544 (63D)? I searched the forum and only found 1 thread with info, .044? Is 63D supposed to be .044 or .063? Thanks for your help in advance! Jesse
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