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    Johnson Seahorse 7.5 outboard 1956 - what is it worth today?

    Agreed----$100 as is.----These are nice running motors if in good condition.-----Shops do not work on them , so they are no good to modern folks.----Folks who know how to work on them have a few already.
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    Fastwin 18 - Help IDing Part

    That screw is used to set the lowest idle speed you like or where the motor is happy.----To stop the motor the push the STOP button !!
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    Low compression one cylinder

    I suggest you refrain from using heat.----Run to a Mercury dealer and have them pull it for you.
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    Fastwin 18 - Help IDing Part

    The screw ( with the spring ) you see there is for setting your preferred idle speed.
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    I need a tool, don't know what it's called...

    What are you trying to measure / check with these gauges ?
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    Low compression one cylinder

    You might have to fix it yourself.-----Very few shops will entertain rebuilding these.----Rebuilt powerhead is an option.
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    4.5hp evinrude outboard stopping above shift speed on a lake only

    If it runs good in neutral , I guess there is nothing wrong.----Sorry , my mistake !
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    Low compression one cylinder

    It is a different block from the conventional 3 / 4 cylinder.----Perhaps time to look for another motor.
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    Low compression one cylinder

    Doubt that.---.
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    Need help with my first project boat

    Sloppy paint job on that motor.----Looks to be a 1990 to 92 model.
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    Need help with my first project boat

    Test with another gauge.----Post some pictures of the 60 HP
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    4.5hp evinrude outboard stopping above shift speed on a lake only

    Classic running on 1 cylinder.-----Post results of a compression test.-----Test and see if spark jumps a gap of 3/8" on a test device.
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    johnson 50hp 2-cyl, 2-stroke, 1996. Motor cable assembly connections

    I think you can buy that pin / socket and make the repair.
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    1985 evinrude 8hp impeller removal problem.

    I believe you are overthinking on this one.
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    40hp '67 super seahorse top speed.

    Used to get about 28 MPH on a 14' runabout with 1965 Evinrude 40.-----Post the compression test actual values.
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    Raising transom height on 12' Tinny. Worth it?

    It should run fine the way it is now.
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    Water pump install

    reverse and reverse----Neutral and neutral.-----Forward and forward.-----Will all work !!!
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    Water pump install

    Very common issue.----My guess , you took lower unit off in neutral.----If yes I would say it jumped into forward when you were not looking.----Start over and make sure lower unit and control are both in forward or both in neutral when assembing.
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    Wide open stall, above 3/4 throttle...

    Keep your eyes out for a good 61 / 62 / 63 model 10 HP for parts.----Swap the pistons and conecting rods into the 1960 model.
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    Loss of power, won't plane

    Wrist pin bearings are the topic at this time.
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