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    1968 Johnson 65hp v4 - No Spark

    No spark on all four cylinders using a spark tester. New battery, new starter solenoid, rebuilt starter, and new plugs. Next step? Thanks, Mike
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    1968 Johnson 65hp v4 Indicating lite bulb?

    Quick question: what type of light bulb is used in the helm console for the ignition on light. The bulb was missing on the boat that I bought recently. Thanks
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    1968 Johnson 65 hp v4 Compression 110 psi - Good enough?

    Hello, Rebuild my starter, installed a new starter solenoid, new battery so I was finally able to do a compression test. Was able to get 110-115 psi out of all four cylinders. Question: how good is this for this motor? Do I expect good performance? Thanks, Mike
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    1968 Johnson 65 hp v4 Safety Switch?

    I was reviewing the wiring diagram for this motor and noticed the previous owner removed the safety switch. The lead from the starter solenoid to the safety switch now goes to ground. Any idea where I can purchase a replacement? Also, any idea where it should be located when I re-install it...
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    Johnson 65 hp steering question

    I have a 1968 65 hp v4 on a 1969 Glastron v156 with hydrolic steering. Question: what is the best way to attach the hydrolic ram to the motor? The original setup no longer exists as it rusted out. What is left is the bolt snapped off at the end of the ram. I will need to drill out the remaining...
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    How do I remove my Johnson outboard starter?

    Hello, Any idea how to remove the starter from my 1968 Johnson 65 hp v4? I removed the two bolts that feed from under the starter in to the metal bracket which is attached to the engine block. The problem is the two bolts can not be completely removed in order to slide out the starter from...
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