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    Johnson Looper V4

    Do you have a model #-----Is this a 120 / 140 HP 90 degree motor?
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    Lower unit stripped drain plug

    Helicoil is one option.-----I would make a new plug with a hammer and chisel.------Hint---Buy a 10 mm bolt.----File the head round.----Use hacksaw and fine file to put a slot in it.
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    2005 Johnson 4 stroke

    A good BRP dealer would have the filter in stock.-----NGK sparkplugs should be easy to find as well.-----Anodes are listed as available as well.
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    6.5 hp evinrude start but won’t run

    Does spark jump a gap of 3/8" or more on both leads , yes or no ?----Checked the flywheel key.-----Water in fuel.-----Have you cleaned the carburetor ?----Orange / blue stripe on the top coil ?
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    2005 Johnson 4 stroke

    Should be the same as Suzuki.-----What parts are needed ?-----Yes the availability of spare parts from the " new age " corporations can be a problem.----I just ordered 2 crankshafts to fit 1961 model 5.5 HP Evinrude / Johnson.----No problem.
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    e50tslecc evinrude

    Check the flywheel key.-----How did this motor run for you last season ?.-----What occurred that made it idle very fast ?----You are opening throttle to stop it ??
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    e50tslecc evinrude

    I can not see your motor , so up to you to research and provide accurate information.
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    Should I buy this 1973 Evinrude 65 triumph?

    Grandson ( at 11 years old ) bought his first motor for $20 , a 1959 Evinrude 5.5 HP----I did not learn anything taking it apart , but he did.-----Worth every penny and more.
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    e50tslecc evinrude

    Inside the cable .----It is the part that moves.----I can not see your motor.----Does throttle arm on the side of engine block move when you operate the control ?----Does timer base under the flywheel rotate ??
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    Should I buy this 1973 Evinrude 65 triumph?

    Wonderful / cheap opportunity to learn something about motors.-----Wonderfull opportunity for a young fellow.
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    e50tslecc evinrude

    Perhaps inner throttle cable is broken.-----Check flywheel key too.
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    Should I buy this 1973 Evinrude 65 triumph?

    Better odds of getting something worthwhile then buying a lottery ticket.----Prop might be stainless and worth $100 all day long.
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    Should I buy this 1973 Evinrude 65 triumph?

    Controls ( red plug ) can be found for about $100 in my area.-----Go for it , as it might be an excellent motor.------You will learn a lot for little money on this project.-----You can check every thing without the control box hooked up.
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    Stuck water pump impeller

    Any pictures of the east coast lower unit ?
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    Thoughts on Sierra carb rebuild kits

    Wise man said-----" The bitterness of poor quality is remembered long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten "
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    Low Ignition Voltage

    Some will argue.-----Some simple checks for you to do.------Charge battery and have your battery load tested ( even if new ! )-----Take starter apart for inspection and ohm test on armature.----Inspect battery cables.-------Your testing indicates unusual issues.------If flywheel does not turn...
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    How do these spark plugs look to you?

    Look ready to go for 5 more years.-----More important to replace water pump impeller every 5 years in my opinion.----Check oil injection output if equipped with that.------Many good sparkplugs are thrown out.
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    Thoughts on Sierra carb rebuild kits

    For the V-4 / V-6 OMC powerhead to exhaust housing gasket the factory gasket is far superior , with wire mesh in it.-----Other stuff there sometimes is no difference
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    Johnson 9R-73B fuel leak

    There is nothing missing on the motor.-----Replace fitting on the hose.
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    Is this dealer legit??

    Look at the boat first hand.----Test run on the water.----Check paper work carefully.-----Do not send any money via electronic means.
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