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    1964 Johnson 60HP V4 Carb adjustment

    Those are a simple / rugged machine.-----Post your compression numbers here .----Need to establish motor condition before fine tuning.
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    Wont start. '89 evinrude 70hp

    In 89 these motors all came with that wonderful primer.---Best for you to learn how it works.----Invest in a manual and good luck with your project.
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    Wont start. '89 evinrude 70hp

    Sorry I really do not know how much a ---" bunch of gas " ---is so therefor I have no comment.----I suggest you find a proper control box for this motor !
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    Wont start. '89 evinrude 70hp

    Check flywheel key.-----Post the compression actual values.-----Does spark jump a gap of 3/8" on all leads ?-----Pushing the key in while cranking it over ?----Red lever is for manual operation of the primer valve.---No need to turn that if you are using electric start.-----Used when you need to...
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    Johnson 140hp v4 will not go over 10 mph

    How did it run for you last season ?----Or if new to you , did you buy at a dealer or off Craiglist ??---Plug wires are reversed on the side that does nothing ???-------------Post the model # of your motor.----Post the actual compression values here.
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    2006 Johnson 9.9hp need help…

    Belt timing correct ???
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    1971 Evinrude fisherman, not pumping water

    I say it all the time.----This should be easy.
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    Starter starts something spinning in the back of engine only, nothing in the front.

    Take the starter out and inspect the solenoid and the starter.
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    Evinrude 9.5 vs 8hp speed test

    I worked on a lot of those 9.5 models in those days.-----Nothing wrong with the motor / concept in the day.---The expectation of folks is just different today.
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    1971 Evinrude fisherman, not pumping water

    There is no telltale fitting on this motor !!----Water must be 8" above impeller in the test bucket.------Or did the copper tube come out stuck in the pump ?----If so on re-assembly the copper tube must first be installed in the exhaust housing.----Then the lower unit is installed.------These...
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    1998 Johnson 115 RPM issues

    That is the crossflow model.------Post another picture of the back of the block.---Picture of the cowling.-----Compression test should be done , post your numbers here.-----Puzzled by the fact that this motor has that particular rectifier.
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    1998 Johnson 115 RPM issues

    There are 2 different 115 HP models in 1998.----Detail needs to be posted.----Rectifier is water cooled.----Is your cooling system in order ?
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    1997 evinrude 40 hp tiller tilt assist

    I agree with post #5 here.
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    fuel pump

    Motors use crankcase compression to move fuel.----Some pumps use a pressure pulse from one cylinder / crankcase.----Other designs use PRESSURE from 2 crankcases.-----A 4 cylinder 2 stroke has 4 separate crankcases.
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    evinrude pl-88 load adaptor

    These ignition systems are easy to trouble shoot.
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    Old Johnson 3hp

    You have to make sure item #39 is clean.----This is not a mystery to us.---And does spark jump a gap of 1/4" on both leads , yes or no ?-----Fuel filter checked ??----Water pump impeller replaced ??
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    evinrude pl-88 load adaptor

    It is esasy to test sensor coils ( trigger ) and charge coils.-----4 coils do not fail at once.----Not sure of the benefits in testing with a " load adapter "------What is your motor doing / not doing ?
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    Saltwater corrosion = can't remove part

    That is NOT a Trim cylinder.----If there is a hydraulic line to this item , it is a TILT ONLY cylinder.-----If there is no oil line to it it is a shock absorber.
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    1985 Yam ETK 90hp

    A failed oil pump could lead to expensive issues.----Do a compression test and post the numbers.
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    Saltwater corrosion = can't remove part

    It is just a stainless pin.-------Sold everywhere.-----Have one made !---Use a proper size bolt and cut to suit.-----No big deal in my opinion.
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