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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    Definitely an OEM VRO pump, 4 wire, (P/N 5007423). After a complete engine rebuild last year, with the help of this forum, I'm not going to go with a "POS" knock off. In the near future I'll run a test of all alarm functions and the VRO alarm test with a 50:1 mix in the fuel tank.
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    After investigating and testing this further, the above test procedure is not correct. The correct out of circuit test procedure is as follows: Disconnect and remove alarm horn from electrical system Connect the Black Ground wire from the horn to the negative terminal of a 12-volt battery. Use...
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    1986 Johnson 150 J150TXCDC Gearcase Seal Replacement

    OK, I modified my puller to .200" wide and successfully pulled the bearing. Racerone, I used your boiling water technique and a 1 1/4" diameter sink tailpiece to tap out the rear bearing. Any tips for the new bearing install? I have the bearing install tools. Is it necessary to freeze the...
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    1986 Johnson 150 J150TXCDC Gearcase Seal Replacement

    Thanks, I have to modify my puller jaws to .200" wide to get in the front slots which are only about .210" wide. I'll try the boiling water method on the rear bearing, but there isn't much of an exposed surface to tap on. Once I start tapping I'm committed to getting it out.
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    1986 Johnson 150 J150TXCDC Gearcase Seal Replacement

    I couldn't leave well enough alone and decided to replace all of the seals on my gearcase. The shift rod and driveshaft related seals are replaced. I pulled the propeller shaft bearing housing and plan on replacing the two prop shaft bearings in addition to the seals. The front of the bearing...
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    1986 Johnson 150 J150TXCDC Gearcase Seal Replacement

    How do I determine whether the prop shaft bearings or driveshaft bearings need replaced? Is there a maximum amount of shaft runout I should look for with a dial indicator on the shaft? I don't see any specifications in my OEM service manual regarding shaft runout. Per my post #1 above, I...
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    OMC Remote Control Lubricant Help

    Thanks for the reply. I used the lubricants described above except I used white lithium instead of the PTFE for the plastic on metal interfaces. I also discovered a section in my service manual on remote control servicing. Even though it wasn't my single lever part number, the information...
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    OMC Remote Control Lubricant Help

    I am disassembling, cleaning, and re-assembling a 1986 OMC Remote Control (P/N 173646) I am looking for guidance on what lubricant I should use for the various mating interfaces: Metal on Metal Contact (cams etc.) and Nylon Washers: Would OMC Triple Guard Grease be acceptable? Spring Loaded...
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    1986 OMC Remote Shift and Throttle Binnacle Control

    I currently have an old 1986 OMC binnacle control. Given the age, I am cleaning up and lubricating the binnacle control. I plan on purchasing new control cables to replace the original OMC OEM 18' cables (OMC part number 173118). Is there any functional advantage to the Teleflex TFExtreme...
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    1986 Johnson 150 J150TXCDC Gearcase Seal Replacement

    Well, thanks for the words of encouragement. Once I get my gearcase holder made I'll dig into this gearcase seal replacement and will be back with many questions. In the meantime I'll be praying this comes apart without too much of a fight.
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    1986 Johnson 150 J150TXCDC Gearcase Seal Replacement

    I do not currently have any water leaking into my gearcase and my gearcase is functioning fine. I have not found any metal filings on the drain seal magnet during the annual fluid change over the 20 years I have owned this engine. However, as a preventive maintenance item, I am considering...
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    So to confirm your test procedure: Disconnect and remove alarm horn from electrical system Connect 12 volt negative to alarm horn tab nearest the black wire that comes out of the horn Connect 12 volt positive lead to the other tab (where purple wires were connected) Horn should then beep and...
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    Interesting, does anyone know how this internal circuit can be tested?
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    My alarm horn works continuously when a tan overheat sensor wire is grounded, or when removed from the circuit and 12 volts is applied. Is there internal circuitry associated with the "chirp" at key turn? Could this internal circuitry be faulty? What causes a quick "chirp" versus a...
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    Thanks for the information on upgrading my 1986 system to System Check gauge lights. I will keep this in mind for future reference. My problem remains as described in my posts above.
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    Thanks for engaging my post. This new tank and float only seems to take the tan wire to ground when the float drops low in the tank. A solid alarm condition occurs for "Low Oil". Previously, my original tank, upon a "low Oil" condition, would produce a chirp every 20 to 30 seconds. This old...
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    I have owned the boat/motor since 2003 and it has always been a 4 wire VRO set up in my ownership. I thought I read somewhere that 1986 may have been the first year for the four wire VRO on the 150 V6. I replaced the VRO in 2008 due to a fuel diaphragm crack (upon autopsy). Recently after an...
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    New VRO Fails No Oil Alarm Test

    I replaced the VRO on my 1986 Johnson 150 (J150TXCDC) with new OEM P/N 5007423. This is a 4 wire VRO. However, when performing the VRO alarm test by disconnecting the oil inlet hose, I do not obtain a No Oil Alarm. Note: I have 75:1 premix in my tank and ran the boat in neutral at idle for at...
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    Recirculator Hose Failures OMC

    OK, I have these on order. In addition to the idle air bleed change, I'll be pulling the air silencer base to replace the blown recirc line and check the others. Thanks for the help on this Faztbullet !
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    Recirculator Hose Failures OMC

    OK, I will definitely change the idle air bleeds to .032" diameter (No. 32, p/n 320016). You suggested this change before when I mentioned I went to the Chris Carson Sport reeds during my powerhead rebuild. I just didn't get around to it. Can you recommend a source for these?
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