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  1. Valv

    Early '70s Johnson 115 V4 wiring diagrams.

    Can anybody send, upload, post any wiring diagrams for a Johnson 115hp V4 late '60s early '70s with electric shift ?<br /><br />I Have cranking at motor but no spark. I could wait to order manual (mine starts at 1973), but if motor is shot, I won't waste money with manual. This model has 1 coil...
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    70hp Mercury, knocking sound.

    I have a early '80s 70hp Mercury outboard, 3 cylinders. Motor runs good at higher rpm (2000 and above), but when idling it has a knock (like valve knock on truck engines) and idles a little rough. Compression is ok (110,120,105). I am currently using motor and find no problem with it, but I'd...
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    Johnson 70hp block on 90hp lower ????

    I have one of my "projects" going. A 70hp 3 cylinders Johnson with bad lower unit and a 90hp V4 with bad powerhead. Question is, can I install 70hp onto 90hp ? Does the exhaust plate and water passages matches or it's a lost battle ? I don't want to dismantle 70hp to find out, unless it will...
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    Evinrude BigTwin 35, lost shift..

    I have an old Evinrude BigTwin 35hp. I changed oil in lower unit and now I cannot get shifting rod to work and it's stuck in reverse.<br /><br />I noticed drain plug has a long pin attached to it, and inside hole I can see it will fit in some part that moves when I move shift rod.<br /><br />Do...
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    Where can I buy motor parts ?

    Does anybody know a place or preferebly web site where I can buy at good prices motor parts for a 1998 FICHT 150 (pistons, rings, bearings, etc.) <br />Thanks.<br /><br />Val
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    Seahorse, I need help with the F..CHT

    Seahorse, I have motor all apart ready to pull block from middle section. I have a hoist attached to top crank lift ring, all 6 bolts from bottom removed, even small bolts from adapter plate. I can lift whole outboard, pry with crowbars, shake it, jerk it, and whatever it takes. I cannot get it...
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    Johnson/Evinrude year code

    Can you please tell me what is the word to discover Johnson/Evinrude year code ?<br /><br />I knew it and wrote it somewhere, but....go find it now.<br /><br />You should post it on some sort of Glossary of Terms thread, so people won't keep asking for it.<br /><br />Thanks<br /><br />Val
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    1998 Johnson 150 FICHT wiring diagrams ?

    Does anybody have any wiring diagrams for a 1999 Johnson 150hp FICHT ? Remote harness connector at motor would be fine also.<br /><br />I just bought a fix up motor and ordered manual, but in the meantime I'd like to hear it run or at least sputter a little.<br /><br />Thanks.<br /><br />Val
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    Rebuilding a Volvo GM, which kit ?

    Hello !! I have a Volvo 305 GM which I am going to rebuild. There are many kits out there, but I'd like to know if there is any difference between auto and marine rebuild kit (I mean bearings, camshaft, timing chain, gaskets, rings, pistons, etc.)<br />Also what is the difference between marine...
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    Boat parts for sale, take a look....

    I know it's not proper to sell in this forum, but I just wanted you to know I just purchased a huge lot of odds and ends boat parts. Dashes, gauges, tops, controls, switches, panels, carpet, fuel tanks, livewells, liners, etc. If somebody is looking to "renew" the boat, just let me know what are...
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    Boat parts for sale

    I know it's not proper to sell things on this forum, but you might find many things very interesting. I purchased a liquidation of a lot of boat parts and accessories.<br />Check them out then let me know if you need anything, or email to valv@means.net <br /><br />Val
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    Mercruiser water pump.

    Ok, another question for the experts. My Mercruiser 350, coming from a boat with transmission, has a belt driven water pump. I am installing an outdrive. My question is, do I have to remove belt driven pump and rely on same-old-pain-in-the-...-impeller in lower unit, or I have the possibility of...
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    Mercruiser exhaust manifolds

    This topic is going to be answered by ODDD1 probably, since he's my "designated" technician. Thank you in advance..!!!<br />Anyway I have my old 350 motor, Alpha gimbal, #1 outdrive. I have a brand new Y pipe kit from Mercruiser (a great deal) where it has 4" oval pipes. Now, I need manifolds...
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    Mercruiser manifolds, what's the difference.

    I have a Mercruiser 327 motor for which I am looking for exhaust manifolds. There are mainly 2 versions, center risers and end of manifold. What is the reason for it. I assume the one at the end of motor will connect to the Y pipe right below, so they should be better. Otherwise with center...
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    Mercruiser outdrives, some info please....

    I would like to know if somebody can tell me the difference between Mercruiser #1 and Alpha 1 outdrives. I have my project boat on rebuild, and I purchase at a good deal a complete Alpha 1 gimbal housing + rams + Drive. Unfortunately I found out my gear ratio won't work with V8 (thank you...
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    Mercruiser outdrives, some info please....

    I would like to know if somebody can tell me the difference between Mercruiser #1 and Alpha 1 outdrives. I have my project boat on rebuild, and I purchase at a good deal a complete Alpha 1 gimbal housing + rams + Drive. Unfortunately I found out my gear ratio won't work with V8 (thank you...
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    Mercruiser Alpha 1 gear ratio

    I purchased an used Alpha 1 upper drive for my project boat. Appears it has 1.98 gear ratio (was on a 4 cyl 140hp) and I have to install it on a V8. It appears V8 needs a 1.50 ratio. If I leave ratio this way and work on prop pitch and size will it be ok ?<br />Also gears are 20/24 (I assume...
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    Help...Merc 140 won't start

    I have a 1979 Merc 140 OB. Motor runs great (or used to until yesterday). I replaced the remote control with a different one which doesn't have key switch. Control works fine, neutral switch is right, t&t switch work properly. I installed another key switch, with push choke. I connected wires as...
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    A moment of silence.....

    Just a moment of silence to remember all these that got killed or injured in this act of senseless tragedy that happened today.<br /><br />Please donate blood, if possible or feasible.<br /><br />Lord bless all of us.<br /><br />Val
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    Mercruiser / GM 387 motor, need help !!

    I just purchased a used 327 GM motor and I need to find out wiring diagrams and manuals for it. Also specs on motor. Only number I have available is block # 3959512, no other tags anywhere, there were rumors it was a Crate motor rebuilt. It has 4bb carburator and point ignition. Also would like...
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