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    Need to ID this motor so I can order a set of points for it

    Post a few more from further away.-----Or remove flywheel and post picture of the magneto / points, condenser.
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    Need to ID this motor so I can order a set of points for it

    ???----Np picture here
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    6hp 4 stroke tohatsu (mercury) won’t reach WOT under load

    He states that it has a new carburetor.----Is this a new " aquasition " and what motor did you have on the boat before this one?----Was the new carburetor added to upgrade power on the motor ?
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    Evinrude 4hp 2 cylinder 2 stroke cooling question

    Once again we need to state it.------The water pump must be well submerged in a test bucket.----Raise water level by about 12" or so.
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    Embarrassing question

    Throw that compression tester away and get a good one.----Should read about 120 + PSI on a good motor.
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    70's Johnson seahorse 35 issues?

    Thread should be ----CLOSED
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    1983 Evinrude 20 hp lower unit seal kit

    Fact----The 20 was only marketed in Canada.----They are shy about listing it for parts.-----I believe post #2 has the information to act on /
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    70's Johnson seahorse 35 issues?

    Explain---" oil in upper components "---At any rate it sounds like it is running on 1 cylinder.-----Post compression values and do a spark check.
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    1983 Evinrude 20 hp lower unit seal kit

    A 20 HP marketed in Canada ?----Steps for you to take.-----I assume it has the gearcase that splits.-----If so find the seal kit # for say a 1992 model 28 HP.----It lists the contents and part numbers.-----Now go to the 83 model 25 HP and compare part numbers.----Order the 28 HP kit if it all...
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    1996 Johnson 115hp

    Model # required.-----There are 2 different 115 HP motors in 1996 model year.----If it is a crossflow you need to charge battery.----Have battery load tested.-----Inspect starter motor and do ohm test on armature.
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    Loss of power, won't plane

    No need for a ring compressor.----I just use my finger nails or small screwdriver.----Never an issue that way.
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    Possibly getting a slip - what to know before saying yes

    Is it a gated marina.-----Well lit at night.----30 years ago I never locked my boats.-----Not sure about that today.
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    Complete removal of vro components

    Find a good used one??----Try E-bay ?---If in Canada try------evinrudeparts.ca-----Might be able to help.
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    Johnson Paint

    Engine block is ALUMINUM !
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    Setting the spark advance for a 1976 35 HP

    Once again the early diagnosis by folks here was CORRECT.
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    Water pump issues

    Normal on a 2 stroke to spit some oil out.----It is likely the oil that you miz in the gas.---.----But make sure fuel pump diaphragm is not ruptured.----Make sure float valves are working.-----Does primer bulb on the hose go hard?
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    2000 70hp Johnson semi start/ won’t stay running

    Test the overheat horn.---Install new impeller.
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    Water pump issues

    If testing in a bucket the water must be 6" above the impeller.
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    Boat not planing

    Sounds like the 25 HP has issues.----Running on 1 cylinder ?
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    I think I will go electric for my next new car ...

    Electric vehicles are expensive to own.----I saw an article where an owner was quoted $16,000 to repair an antifreeze leak.-----They write them off if there is any sign of battery damage,--- Insurance company can not risk a damaged battery on a vehicle.----That is because cost of a fire caused...
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