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    Best Oil for 1988 60HP

    What is the best oil to run for this motor?? I have been running XD-30 on the recommendation of a local dealer... Thanks.
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    Lifespan of a Fiberglass Hull

    I have a 1968 Saf-t-mate, that has been lightly used (mainly small inland lakes). If I were to plan to keep this boat "indefinitely", what is the lifespan of the fiberglass hull?? I assume the fiberglass will eventually become more brittle and crack, leading to ultimate failure....? The...
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    Bombardier Fuel Hose vs. Automotive Fuel Hose

    Whats the difference? Can I use automotive fuel hose on my outboard? Thanks.
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    60 HP - Carb Butterflies Not Wide Open at WOT

    Ive got the manifold off to get rid of the VRO pump, and I happened to check the position of the butterflies with the throttle lever at WOT. Butterflies are not at a 3 oclock/9oclock position. They are at more of a 2 oclock/8 oclock position. Is this the way it is supposed to be?? If not...
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    Replacing VRO pump with NON VRO fuel Pump

    Has anyone done this conversion?? What hardware/fuel hoses are required? Thanks.
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    1988 Johnson 60 HP - Stumbles and Dies

    Well, my motor has an intermittent problem where it will begin to bog down and then stall. It seems to occur near idle/low speed when accelerating. For example, it stalled when I began accelerating from a stop pulling a skier. It then started fine and easily the pulled a skier for 30 min with...
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    Rotary? Steering - Older Outboard

    Ive got an older boat with a recently installed 1998 Johnson 60 and rotary (not sure of the correct name) steering. Im beginning to think Id rather go back to a motor that is more the vintage of the boat. Can I make a 1968 Johnson 55 connect to the push-pull? Thanks.
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    Eliminating Power Tilt/Trim

    Is this a difficult job on a 1988 60hp? What parts do I need to replace the trim unit with, if any? Thanks.
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    TEMPO Gas Tank Fitting

    Bought new tank and fitting. DO I thread the fitting all way in or just until tight?? Im afraid to break the threaded neck on the tank. Thanks.
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    1988 Johnson 60 - Dies at Low Speed

    I was out on the lake today, ran around the lake for 30 min and then stopped to swim. Upon restart an hour later, the motor started but was running poorly, died after 30 sec. and would not re-start. I began rowing, after about 20 min I checked the primer bulb and it was nearly empty. I pumped...
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    How Much is Too Much

    I have a 1968 Saftmate. I has it out on rough water, and Im wondering how do I know how much is too much for the boat in terms of rough water?? Going 20 mph in 2 foot seas, the boat really hits quite hard. Can such a boat handle this without hull damage?? Thanks.
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    Sealing Thru-transom Engine Mount Bolts

    What is the best way to seal these bolts using sealant? Should I liberally coat the bolt with sealant, and install? Thanks.
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    1988 60HP - Greasing Shift Shaft

    I cant seem to get my grease gun to fit on this zerk fitting. Its like its a non-standard size (bigger than the other fittigns on the motor). Anyone else have this issue? Any ideas for getting grease into there? Thanks.
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    VRO Bypass Kit

    Im told theres a kit for sale that has a rubber cap for the oil line connector, and plug for the harness connector. ANyone know where I can purchase this kit (assuming it exists)?? My VRO is bypassed, but the rubber plug looks a bit weathered, so Id like to replace. Also, I would like to have...
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    Transom Replacement - Shops in SE MI?

    Hello, Im wondering if anyone can recommend a shop for transom replacement on small fiberglass boat (15' Saf-t-mate). Thanks
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    60 HP VRO - Question about Removed VRO

    Just recently bought 88 60 HP. VRO had been bypassed by capping the oil line at the connector, etc. My question is, what happens if the rubber plug used to cap the oil line begins to leak?? Is there a risk of engine damage if the pump begins to draw air from this location?? Thanks.
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    Installing Drain Plug Sleeve (transom)

    Wondering what the best method is to installing a drain plug sleeve? Any tricks? Thanks.
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    Tricks to Finding Leaks

    I ve got a water leak into the hull/floor space, but havent an idea where its coming from. Boat is 1968 safetmate, but water leak existed since new (family is original owner). After a boat ride, there will be about 20 ounces of water in subfloor. Leak is not from deck (water is there even if...
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    Looking for a Boat to use with 1968 40 HP

    I ve got a 1968 Johnson 40HP that Id like to get back on the water. Any ideas for small boats (cheap) that may need some work to use with the 40?? Even inflatable... Thanks.
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    Repairing Cut Through in Hull

    I accidentally cut through the hull when replacing the floor and stringers several years ago. I patched on the outside of hull with cloth (the thin chopped mat). This many years later, I dont see any sign of cracking, is this an OK repair or should it be done correctly? Can this be repaired...
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