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    Old Johnson 3hp

    You have to make sure item #39 is clean.----This is not a mystery to us.---And does spark jump a gap of 1/4" on both leads , yes or no ?-----Fuel filter checked ??----Water pump impeller replaced ??
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    evinrude pl-88 load adaptor

    It is esasy to test sensor coils ( trigger ) and charge coils.-----4 coils do not fail at once.----Not sure of the benefits in testing with a " load adapter "------What is your motor doing / not doing ?
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    Saltwater corrosion = can't remove part

    That is NOT a Trim cylinder.----If there is a hydraulic line to this item , it is a TILT ONLY cylinder.-----If there is no oil line to it it is a shock absorber.
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    1985 Yam ETK 90hp

    A failed oil pump could lead to expensive issues.----Do a compression test and post the numbers.
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    Saltwater corrosion = can't remove part

    It is just a stainless pin.-------Sold everywhere.-----Have one made !---Use a proper size bolt and cut to suit.-----No big deal in my opinion.
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    1995 90 HP

    You will be overjoyed with the way the computer runs the new motor.-----Instant starting / quiet operation.-----So if you can solve it with $$$$ you do not have any problems.
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    Temperature alarm goes off as soon as you turn on the ignition.

    I repeat.----The buzzer might be defective.
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    Temperature alarm goes off as soon as you turn on the ignition.

    No model # posted.----A wild guess is that buzzer is defective.-----
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    Fiberglass Question

    I think --stu----has made up his mind on how to fix this.
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    Saltwater corrosion = can't remove part

    Corrosion products-------In the presence of salt water and oxygen that white powder forms,-----Called aluminum oxide.-----So now there is more material in there ( oxygen ) that jams things up very , very tight.-----So heat can be used to expand the aluminum to loosen up the steel pin.-----Or...
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    Alarm in control box

    Still lots of folks ( and new owners ) who are not aware that an outboard needs a new impeller about every 3 years.
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    Assistance with 1984 8HP Evinrude

    There are no adjustments.-----Take gearcase apart.-----Dive in and see what is wrong.----Easy to see what is wrong !
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    Shift & Throttle cables

    Motor must be running when you shift it.----Or prop must be turned if motor is not running.
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    Johnson QD-15 Question

    ??--The main bearings on the 6 HP are bronze.----Never an issue at 50:1 on them !!
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    Assistance with 1984 8HP Evinrude

    Sorry----I guess I missed that you drained the oil !!----I do not believe there are any adjustments.----Good luck
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    1998 TRACKER PT175 "No compression"

    It could be a FORCE motor on that boat.-----No pictures or model , serial # was posted -.----Maybe I missed it.
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    Assistance with 1984 8HP Evinrude

    Drain gear oil first.
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    what is make and model?

    A nautical mile ( knot ) is equal to 1 minute of latitude.----Something found on a chart.
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    1997 50hp Johnson - techron issue?

    Try the correct starting procedure.--No need to push it in before cranking.-----Pump bulb tight / raise fast idle/ push key in / hold it in and crank it over !----Charge battery and have battery load tested.
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    1997 50hp Johnson - techron issue?

    Are you pushing the key in AND holding it in while cranking it over ??
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