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    71-72' 50hp Johnson Low Speed Needle Valve.....

    Howdy! ​I have a 50hp Engine I got in August last year. ​Got it to run after rebuilding carbs, but still won't start reliably. Seems to flood out quickly. (yes, quicker than normal.. LOL) ​I've checked everything else (spark, coils, crank speed etc...) ​I was thinking of replacing the low speed...
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    Best Shop/Service/Repair Manual?

    Hi, I'm just wondering what the general consensus is on shop manuals. I haven't had to do anything major to my outboard, so I've been referencing the service manual I can view on the boatinfo.no library website. I saw a post or two saying that those have incorrect specs and or procedures for...
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    My Hydro-Electric Shift Switch Solution - Hope it helps someone!!

    I hope that this post may help someone, somewhere, someday.... So my shift switch in my remote broke for my '71 50hp Johnson Hydro-Electric (Not pure Electric shift.. Be careful... There's a difference). Casing was cracked and wires were junk, so it HAD to be replaced... I searched...
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    71 Johnson 50 spark from wiring?? What's your thought?

    Wow,​ Some know I've been struggling a bit, but I got my outboard started today! Ran pretty well since I haven't adjusted idle mixtures or anything else yet. I let it run for a few minutes to warm up, hoping the next start would be easier so I could use timing light and get it all set! I went...
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    71 Johnson 50 Link and Sync help...

    Hello again! :) ​So, I have the Johnson 50hp Hydro-Electric. I've rebuilt the carbs and I DID get it to start once. That's the key... Once. It didn't run long. I shut it down after about 30 seconds. I wanted to check things over again and get my bearings on things since it was a surprise...
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    71 Johnson Hydro-Electric Remote Controls...

    Hi, ​I have 71 Johnson 50hp. I know the remote controls are RARE... But I've found some... What is the difference really between the yellow plug vs the black plug? Are they interchangeable? Already looking for a complete remote set for either parts or in working order as a spare. Just...
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    Muffs Vs Tank Starting Procedure?

    Hi, ​I've read the carb settings and the cold start FAQ's. Quite helpful as I'm a new boater and this is my first ever boat. I have a 71 Johnson 50hp Hydro-Electric. (New to me, but ran this year.. seller said it's a 72, but mfg plate says it's a 71.) So far, I've tested...
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    Brand New To Boating!

    Hello all! I just wanted to say hi and introduce myself. My name is Joe and I am in the process of buying my first EVER boat. I found what I believe to be a really good deal on a 1967 Cruisers Inc 16' fiberglass bowrider. It includes the trailer and 1972 50hp Johnson outboard. Now, Considering...
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