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    Compression Test without a battery?

    Depends on the motor.------Some can be pulled over with a rope.-----That will give a good compression test.-----What motor ?----Model #
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    06' Merc Optimax ?

    I would pass on this unit.-----Not well supported I think.
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    1990 Johnson 120 HP outboard voltage too high.

    What kind of battery is installed ?----I would replace the rectifier / regulator.
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    Identify a hose

    It is just the hose that provides pressure for your speedometer !
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    1978 70hp Johnson not pumping enough gas

    Fuel pumps run on a PRESSURE pulse and not so much on vacuum !----I would never buy a new pump.-----A $7.00 diaphragm is about the only thing that can go wrong on these simple pumps.
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    1978 70hp Johnson not pumping enough gas

    Think to explain / answer here.----Post your compression numbers.-----Does spark jump a gap of at least 3/8" on all leads ?-----Checked flywheel key ?----Is high speed jet confirmed to be clean on the carburetors.----High speed jet is screwed into the very bottom of float bowls.
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    1996 - Johnson Outboard - Difficulties Starting But Runs Great

    If you do not pull the cord with a bit of effort , there will be no spark.-----You get mad and on the 5th pull you pull it fast and it starts.
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    BRP reveals a new style of outboard, Rotax powered, horizontal crankshaft....

    A manufacturer might say-------" wow , you bolt the drive on, you install the control box , install the electronics.----Push the button and go ".----No trained staff required perhaps.----Price advantage right there.
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    1958 Evinrude 18hp piston part number cross reference

    A donor motor is what you need.-------Will save you a lot of beer tokens.----Place the wanted add and pick one up on the way home.
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    1979 Evinrude 55 hp 55975C

    20-29/32"----Make sure you know how to set / measure this.
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    How to install flywheel

    Look at the rust stain marks.-----That is one way to line it up.
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    1958 Evinrude 18hp piston part number cross reference

    Cast iron is very porous.-----Corrosion goes in deeper than the eye can see.-----Easy to find a good used block and pistons.-----What does the crankshaft and bearings look like ???----Should be lots of donor motors in Wisconsin.
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    Updating transom bracket/swivel assembly - 76 evinrude 75 hp

    Install your powerhead and lower unit on any of the 49 cube 3 cylinder mid sections , up to 1988 models.
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    Yamaha C60 knocking noise at higher revs

    Compression test.-----Post your numbers.-----Check gear oil for metal bits.
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    Little league world series

    Hope Canada keeps winning.
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    Mercury Force 75hp cut out of gear

    Likely sucking too much air into the prop.-----Possibly lower the engine.-----Trim full down till on plane.----Try a different prop ?
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    What year is my 115 Evinrude Jet

    Pictures if the paint and graphics are original.
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    1995 Evinrude E40ELEO RPMs

    It is always best to deal with your local shop !
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    Resto info 1976 Fiberform bowrider Johnson 85 power tilt

    Boat in " great shape " I doubt it.----I suspect issues with the transom ( plywood core ) and perhaps the rust stains from motor mounting bolts are a clue.-----Most folks would use stainless there.----And install a new water pump impeller before launching this boat.
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    1976 9.9hp thermostat seal orientation

    Second picture is correct.
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