Search results

  1. T

    4.5 mercury 2 stroke

    If we’re me I would look for a long shaft so you’re not having to hang over the stern so much to operate it. The adjustable kicker mount should provide enough set back to pass behind your trim tabs. Jmo
  2. T

    mercury 9.8 hp .... water flows through but will not pee?

    Is the water level high enough? Pumps are not self priming and need to be completed submerged. 6” to 8” above the pump.
  3. T

    1985 30 hp johnson ( any good?)

    I have 85 30hp that’s still going strong but its been well taken care of. It’s been a great motor for me with no know problems on my end.
  4. T

    1990 V4 runs on two cylinders at low RPMs

    It’s a pretty common problem on those plastic bowels. Replacing them with the updated aluminum bowels would be the way go.
  5. T

    1990 V4 runs on two cylinders at low RPMs

    What did you get for kits? I had a couple guys ask me to use the cheap kits they bought and found the needle and seats didn’t match.
  6. T

    Opinions on aftermarket johnson/evinrude parts

    I have always been a fan of Sierra and in some cases they are just as good as oem But of course oem is always the best way to go even if it cost a few more dollars. Jmo
  7. T

    4.5 mercury 2 stroke

    Do you have a mount that moves up and down? If so you made be ok but only you can know. No clue what your set up is.
  8. T

    4.5 mercury 2 stroke

    I watched a sailboat trying to out of the harbor the other night and it was going backwards. They had to give up. It really depends on you conditions.
  9. T

    Outboard in the Lake

    Glad to hear you saved her
  10. T

    Johnson 50 1996 2-cylinder. ? faulty ignition coil

    Maybe you’re flooding it. Just for kicks pull you plugs and let things dry out and try agin without pushing the key in.
  11. T

    Engine building tip regarding gel-seal?

    I’m sure they would and as mentioned it’s probably a silly thought. But a few dab's here and there on the circumstance of the surface add up to a measurable dab in my eyes. I’m sure I’m over thinking it and would never do it in the place. Not even sure why I’m typing this😂
  12. T

    Engine building tip regarding gel-seal?

    Don’t see a need for it myself. And honestly it may sound silly but I think it would likely interfere with the tolerance and getting a proper torque on your bolts. Jmo
  13. T

    Water pump not pumping enough water

    Agreed Pumps are not self priming and need to be completely submerged and then some.
  14. T

    I REALLY need input on a (just purchased, no history) OMC TurboJet 115 Initial startup and troubleshooting attempt.

    I have never worked on a jet pump but I’m think water may be your friend if there’s anything I there that relies it. Just a thought
  15. T

    Quit My Job . . .

    Love the older Shamrocks. A buddy of mine had one back in the 80’s that a 318 hemi in it. What a great set up.
  16. T

    1975 9.9 sea horse

    That why we call them 2 smokes
  17. T

    Prepping heads/block for new gasket

    I wish I could give you a positive answer but it’s just to hard to tell from a photo. If it were me I would put a bit more elbow grease to it. Maybe someone else is willing to chime in.
  18. T

    1990 V4 runs on two cylinders at low RPMs

    A little twist back and forth to break the bond before pulling on the hose usually works. If not a squirt of Wd-40 helps make it a bit more slippery.
  19. T

    Johnson 1993 70hp head removal

    Keep at it you’re on your way. Did you ever see this motor running or did you buy it this way? If not running maybe you will get extremely lucky and find a completely blown out head gasket. But with zero compression don’t hold your breath.
  20. T

    Johnson 1993 70hp head removal

    I meant to say it’s going to take patience not practice. I always manage to screw something up. Have you had any luck with it yet?
Top