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    Emanuals??

    I know the factory repair manuals are the shizizle for doing deep repairs/overhauls on these motors, but how are the emanuals for the basics? Ie lower unit seals, water pumps, ignition stuff, tune ups etc? I have an 86 J60xxxx that I’m not keeping. So I don’t want to invest in a specific manual...
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    Good compression tester’s?

    I’m not seeming to have good luck with compression tester ‘s. I just replaced one last year and I’m wondering if it’s going again. I tested a few motors that I had last summer and I just recheck them to find lower numbers across the board, or at least what I recall. I just bought the equus...
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    5/32 inch or 3/16 inch fuel line? 1986 60 hp Johnson

    I think the lines that run to the carburetters call for 5/32 inch? none of the auto supply houses around has the size. My local marine supplier is abysmal for anything. Could I get away with 3/16 inch fuel line? I’m afraid to make the assumption. I don’t want fuel leaks or vacuum leaks
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    Clean or rebuild?

    Wondering if I can just get away with a carb clean. I brought home a 60 hp Johnson, 1986. Hasn’t run in years. Good compression. Carbs were completely dry except for the bottom one which was full of oil. No gum or varnish that I can see. The only thing I know it was a really acrid smell. Just...
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    Considering rebuilding 1990 Johnson 70hp - questions

    I have a running 70 hp with a worn out powerhead. Compression is so bad, I’m surprised it runs. I’ve noticed the crankcase has been opened before which makes me question why. I can only assume it was to be rebuilt once before. Would it be opened for anything else? in any case, because I’m...
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    1990 and 1995 Evinrude/Johnson 50/60/70 interchangeability?

    Guys, what do you think of this idea? I’ve got a semi decent 1995 50 hp Evinrude triple and a worn out 1990 70 hp Johnny motor. i was saving the 70 for a rainy day power head rebuild but it looks like someone has been in the motor once before. so not sure if it’s a good rebuild candidate...
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    Temporarily disconnecting VRO - will it damage oil pump?

    I bought a 1986 Johnson 60 with VRO intact. I’m going to clean/rebuild carbs and run it on premix (it’s what I use in my other boat and all I currently have in my fuel tanks) I haven’t decided whether to bypass permanently, so wondering if disconnecting VRO to test run will damage the oil...
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    Lower unit bearings, water intrusion question

    I hope this is a silly question but I am wondering if the bearings in lower units are stainless or mild steel. If the lower unit gets water in the oil, is the common practice to simply drain oil, change seals, pressure test and give it a whirl? Or would a unit that’s been sitting for a while...
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    Charging kit for 1990 8hp Evinrude?

    I’m wondering if charging kits are available for a 1990 8hp evinrude 2 Stroke. I’ve found them for 2001 and up. I’m considering going with electric downriggers and don’t want to deplete my house battery. just wondering if it’s an option.
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    batteries mounted in the bow?

    I’m in the midst of redoing my aluminum bow riders floor and bow seating configuration. I’m adding a second trolling battery to the system to extend my outings and to prepare for an eventual upgrade to a 24v bow mount troller (probably a Terrova) Because I have significant weight at the...
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    Islander/Chieftain project ponderings. Building the ultimate big water Starcraft?

    So lazy winter day here. Dreaming of summer and future boat projects. I’m considering a big and little family. I love my 16’ Supersport for small/medium lakes and river systems but I’d like a big water boat. But a big water boat I can both do some serious fishing in and some semi-comfy...
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    18 foot fibreglass bow rider minimum engine size?

    Guys, I’m thinking about picking up a decent lookifibreglass bow rider without a motor. It might be a Chris craft but I’m not sure. V-hull, not a tri- hull. I have a strong running 65hp merc. Do you think I could get away for a season with that set up, or would that not be enough to get it on...
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    For those fishing enthusiasts - what's your style of boat?

    Just wondering what you fishing enthusiasts use, and what is your preferred water? Bass boat? Fish and Ski? Jon Boat? Canoe/Kayak? Big water boat? Family boat? Deck/Pontoon boat?
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    Any marine electrical control brands to avoid?

    I'm currently looking at Sea Dog toggle panels, digi volt meters and usb/12v ports. Anyone had luck with this product line? There's so much offshore crap that doesn't even show up in one piece these days and I'm down the biggest rabbit hole of all times researching this stuff. so many mixed...
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    Total boat electrical refit - looking for advice

    Hey everyone, I'm looking to pick up components to do full refit on my 16' runabout. (early fish and ski with an outboard motor) The boat currently has next to nothing in it. (bilge, cig lighter, nav/anchor lights) I'm scrapping all the original wiring/knobs and adding or re-adding the...
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    Removing steering from dash?

    Good afternoon, I’m in the midst of stripping out the inside of my 1975 Starcraft super sport. I’m replacing the floors and I am pulling the helm station out. I’m having a difficult time pulling the steering from the dash. I really don’t want to unbolt this thing to find out it’s a disaster to...
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    60 & 70 hp gearcase 88 and 89 differences beside driveshaft?

    Hey guys, I’m pretty sure 1988 was last year of the 4 spline shaft, but is that the only change? Will a 1981-1988 gearcase work with 1989 internals? Thanks in advance
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    Fibreglass boat floor replacement - do I need to use fiberglass?

    Hey everyone, I dragged home a 16’ Peterborough Mistress bowrider with a gutted interior (seats and floors removed) . Essentially It only needs needs floors, carpet and seats. I bought it for the trailer and motor and was going to save a few pieces off the boat and take it to the landfill or...
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    Interior lighting for fish and ski upgrades?

    Hey guys (and gals), hope you’re all doing well during these crazy times. I’ve got questions about adding led lighting to the interior and storage compartments on my fish and ski refurb/mod. I’m absolutely lost in a sea of lighting products, some of which I fear are poor quality. Can anyone...
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    Mid-1990s cast iron fly wheel question

    Changing my cast-iron fly wheel out for another with better teeth. What a horrible design this was. I had a mechanic tell me that I could change to the earlier style aluminum with the press on ring gear, as long as I change over the stator (??) Regardless, there’s a bit of rust on the inside...
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