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    Johnson 50/35 Jet 5000 RPM at WOT

    I would start with checking the health of the motor.-----A compression test first.-----Post your numbers here.
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    Odd model number

    Hint----The commercial models do not use the word----INTRODUCES----for determining year marketed !
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    1964 model

    This is an example of the wonderful interchangeability of the 22 cube models.-----Parts are everywhere, new and used.
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    Odd model number

    ???--IT IS A 1992 MODEL !!------Use the 1992 parts book.-----There is no difference between a commercial model and a recreational model.---Well , maybe paint and decals that you can clearly see !
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    Odd model number

    I say it is a 1992 model -----Commercial model.----Most know that in 1993 there was a total redesign of the 9.9 / 15 HP models.-----Cowlings were different.----Recoil was mounted on top of flywheel.------The RPLO is clearly listed as a 1992 model !!
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    1990 Lforce engine Bayliner Capri-

    Well----$200 / hr ?------Where is that ?
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    1974 Evinrude 85hp Starflite no spark: troubleshooting help

    The man says is motor is now NOT STARTING.-----Easy to follow steps in post # 3 and no money spent.
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    1974 Evinrude 85hp Starflite no spark: troubleshooting help

    Some will argue.----I would charge the battery.----Then have battery load tested ( even if new ) last week.-----Then take starter apart for inspection .----Test ohms on armature.----No money spent on these tests !
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    Johnson 50hp

    Are you pushing the key in while cranking it over ?------Is the electric primer valve working ?
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    78 TO 82 115HP CARBURETOR SWAP??

    Are there choke plates in the 1982 model carburetors?-------There are in the 78 model.-----So you would also need the electric primer valve.
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    Mercury 115 2+2

    Carburetors do not need to be open on a 2 stroke like that.-----Compression seems low.-----Taken at what elevation ?
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    End of Season Maintenance

    I am well aware of how much it takes to drive a boat at 40 MPH !!!----Point is folks drain out very good gear oil on the outdrive and rarely even check rear axle on the pick-up truck !
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    End of Season Maintenance

    Agreed with 20 hrs a season gear oil can be used for many seasons.-----After all many rear axles in pick-up trucks rarely get oil changed for years and years..----If there is no water in the gear oil it is good for another season.
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    90 hp 2 stroke will not go above 5000 RPM

    Hurry-----Find a shop with a dynamometer to check power output on this motor.-----Need to establish this before juggling / guessing with props.
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    60HP 1989 Johnson outboard low compression

    Did you clean carburetors ???----Did you install latest water pump kit with instruction to move tell tale fitting to top of block.----And other cooling modifications , yes or no ?
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    90 hp 2 stroke will not go above 5000 RPM

    There is more to it , like condition of motor.----Post the compression numbers here first.
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    60HP 1989 Johnson outboard low compression

    Launch the boat.----Start it up.-----Let it warm up.----Adjust as needed.
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    1970 4hp Johnson low compression

    Correct.
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    Rpms for 90hp merc

    Prop it for WOT of 5500 RPM
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    A little help please (1964 Evinrude Big Twin 40HP)

    I doubt it was the rubber parts.-----I think rust from crankshaft jammed the drive shaft in the crank.----A very common thing on motors that get little or no loving care !!
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