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    johnson 3hp 1968 gear lube???

    Hi, I just drained the lower unit oil from this time capsule of an outboard I got (1968 johnson 3hp twin), appears like a very lightweight oil came out (maybe red in color) The owner's manual for the motor says to use type c oil (no idea what that is?) It was for sure not regular lower 80-90...
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    1968 Johnson 3hp

    Hi, I picked this up today, motor pulls over but starter rewind is slow to wind back in, anybody know how to make the rope go back in faster? Motor is a 3 hp twin cylinder , came with all original owner's manual and other paperwork from johnson when new. Looks like it has what is called the...
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    Shifter question 1979 evinrude 25hp

    So, I picked up this motor today and the only thing I can see troubling so far is the shifter seems to need a lot of pressure to move into forward and reverse. It will go into gear but I have to use what feels like too much pressure. I lubed the shifter where it pivots on the side of the motor...
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    Is this the right year outboard for what is being listed for sale?? 25 evinrude 1979

    Just wondering if this seems like the right year for this motor, seller listing it as a 1979 motor but when I looked at images on google the cowl decals don't seem to match other 1979 25 hp's. Does anyone know if this seems like the right motor cover decals for this motor. He claims the model...
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    Hard starting mercury 18xd

    Hi, I am having trouble starting my motor. once I squeeze the primer and pull out on the choke/ primer, I can't get it started. I pulled about 15 times to no avail. I sprayed a little starting fluid through the carb and it started right up. It would start up every time after shutting it down...
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    top speed question

    I just bought a 2001 trophy 1900 dual console boat, it is similar to the hull on the 1903, 19 feet long, beam 8'2", holds 55 gallons of fuel, It has a 125 Mercury on it with a 19 prop, The motor will turn up to 5200 rpm which is right where it should be. My question is we took it out and I could...
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    prop selection

    I have a 98 johnson 50 spl on an aluminum center console boat 16 feet long. i am estimating my weight with motor and people and gas to be approx 1200 lbs. my current prop is 12 1/4 x 15. i haven't tried it out yet, just got the motor but want to close when i hit the water. the rpm range for this...
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    audible horn question

    i have a 98 johnson 50 spl, i can't get the warning horn to sound, i tried a new horn and tried grounding heat warning wire to ground. in the service manual it lists an adapter to be used when you are not using the 8 pin connector. is this my issue? i have the 8 pin connecter not plugged in to...
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    what is this?

    I have a 98 johnson 50 spl and noticed this oily trail from in front of propellor. it is definitely not gear oil, it is much too thin and wipes right off, drained gearcase., no signs of water, the same stuff is coming out of the propellor hub, any ideas?? It feels like watery exhaust with a...
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    rubber grommett??

    can anyone tell me how to replace the rubber grommet on the back of the motor that looks like a square. it is located on top of midsection looks like an exhaust outlet. it is torn and barely hanging on. motor is a 98 johnson 50 spl thanks
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    confused over controls

    i just bought a 1998 johnson 50hp that came with original side mount remote and cables. it has all functions in the control. my question is i have to mount this on my center console. how can i do it? can the handle be switched to the other side of the box?? it needs to mount on the right side...
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    Good deal???

    I have a chance to buy this for 2600.00 does this sem like a good deal? 1986 17' Sportcraft Center console, with galvanized trailer, 1986 115HP Mercury motor, runs well, used it the other day on Winni. Has fishfinder, compass, fire extinquisher, etc. Also has a Minn Kota trolling motor($600...
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    are these any good?

    I have a chance to buy a 1986 sportcraft center console with 86 merc 115. freshwater use and owner states runs well. Are these ok motors? Is it oil injection or do I have to mix gas? DO these suffer from the brittle wiring problems of the late 70's motors and how do the trim/tilt systems hold...
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    ok motor choice??

    I have a 1976 duranautic offshore 16 . Was told rated for 60 hp but I have acess to a 1977 70 hp to replace my blown up 50 hp. Do you think it is ok to put this motor on this boat?? THe deal is too good to pass up on them motor. Please help as I would like to purchase the motor tomorrow. I...
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    ok motor size???

    I have a 1976 duranautic offshore 16 . Was told rated for 60 hp but I have acess to a 1977 70 hp to replace my blown up 50 hp. Do you think it is ok to put this motor on this boat?? THe deal is too good to pass up on them motor. Please help as I would like to purchase the motor tomorrow. I...
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    short or long shaft??

    I am looking to buy a 1977 merc 700 and don't know if it is a short or long shaft (20 inch transom on my boat), serial number is 4716625. anyone know?
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    should i buy this??

    I have acess to a 1977 mercury 700 (70 hp ) inline 3 cylinder. It was only test started when new and kept in inside storage since then. It is just dusty but looks new to me (no paint worn off the prop or lower unit/etc.) I know the guy selling it so i know this isn't a tall tale. It is like...
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    power trim

    i have 76 merc 500 mounted on my center console. i want to install a 77 merc 70 hp. can i use my existing power trim/ tilt with the 70?? it is the model with the trim motor and pump in the boat and the cylinders on the outside of swivel housing. the 70 has similar looking lift assists (pistons?)...
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    Motor Control Help.

    I Have A 16 Foot Center Console With A Mercury Outboard And Want To Purchase A 1998 Johnson 50 Hp To Install On The Boat. I Currently Have A Top Control Box Made By Ultraflex. The Johnson Is Coming With A Side Control Box. My Older Ultraflex Control Does Not Have A Trim/tilt Button Or Key In...
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    Any Good???

    I Have A Chance To Buy A 1977 Mercury 70 Hp Outboard. It Was Started Maybe Once When New And Never Installed On A Boat. The Paint Isn't Even Worn Off The Prop. It Was Part Of An Estate Sale And Has Been Kept In Indoor Storage For All These Years. I Need Advice On If I Should Buy This Is Or...
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