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    1-50hp or 2-25hps?

    I currently have a 50 hp on my 15' tri-hull. I'm considering going to 2 engines so I can get out on the ocean further without worring if I'm going to break down with no backup.<br /><br />My ? is: Do 2-25's equal 50 or is it just 25hp with a little extra kick?
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    Partial Rebuild--Won't start, 71 Johnson 50HP

    OK, here's some background: 1971 Johnson 50HP. Overheated--replaced water pump and rebuilt carbs. Ran ok for a while then started bogging down. Tinkered for a while but same problem. Pulled powerhead and replaced thermostat, spring/plug valve, head gasket, water jacket gasket, exhaust cover...
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    Headbolt torque pattern

    This is probably a good question for Joe Reeves.<br /><br />Time to put everything back together again (if I can :rolleyes: )<br /><br />50ESL71, 50HP Johnson 1971. I have the Seloc manual and it gives me the torque values but not the pattern, only "tighten evenly and alternately." Does...
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    Latest and Greatest Problems...Geez!

    Yeee Haaaw!<br /><br />Don't you know it, more problems. Started with my '71 Johnson 50HP (50ESL71) and overheated it to the point of tapping. Replaced impeller, engine now cool, but no power. Rebuilt both carbs. Vrrrooooom! Boy did she blast off. Took her out for 2 hours, no problems...
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    I would like to run two batteries

    So how do I do it? I currently have a second batt that I just charge at home and take with me for the troll. I would like to hook this batt up to the other so I can always have a charged batt. Can I do it or is it too much for my engine?<br /><br />Whatcha think?
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    Don't Order SeaTemp.com parts!

    Ladies and Gents,<br /><br />I normally don't make a habit talking bad about businesses, but I have to on this one.<br /><br />I ordered some parts from SeaTemp.com on Aug 27. Shipping advertised as 2/3 day priority w/in 5-10 days. On 3 Sep, I called and asked for the status of my order. He...
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    Thanks DHadley and Reel Appeal!

    A special thanks to DHadley and Reel Appeal for their inputs! You two nailed it right on the head. <br /><br />Problem: '71 Johnny 50 HP, elec shift, overheated. :mad: Replaced water pump, but then poor power at WOT. Person I bought it from told me that he recently "rebuilt" the carbs...
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    To rebuild, or not to rebuild...that's the ?!

    Good morning all.<br /><br />I'm currently in the process of rebuilding the carbs on my 50ESL71 elec shift Johnny, fuel problem. I've noticed on this BB that many fixes to many problems is to rebuild the carb(s). Are the carbs on outboards a regular rebuild item? I'm well versed in auto...
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    What to look for after an overheat?

    Im sorry, I've made other posts about specific ?'s on my motor now I'm just looking for general information. Yes, it was the water pump and I have replaced it. Now I'm just working out the kinks as the motor ran fantastic prior to overheat now it runs like crap (low RPMS). I was just poking...
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    Still no power @WOT!

    OMG! This stinks! '71 Johnson 50 elec shift (50ESL71). While at WOT it feels/sounds like about 3/4 power. A little background for you: Compression #1=110, #2=100, new fuel line/bulb/connector, carbs recent rebuild, new water pump (after overheat to the point of tapping[no temp gauge]), new...
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    Poor Power @ WOT

    Alrighty, here's an easy (?) one for ya:<br /><br />'71 Johnson 50HP, elec shift (50ESL71). At WOT, it runs as if you are feathering the throttle from 3/4 to full. Some background: No tach, new water pump, recently rebuilt carbs, new plugs (upper plug {#1} has some black crusty crap on it...
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    How much LU oil?

    Just wondering about how much LU oil is needed to fill a 1971 Johnson 50 HP, 50ESL71. I konw how and where to fill it, I just want to make sure I buy enuf lube to save me a trip to the store.
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    Good place to get parts?

    What's a good place online to get parts for an OLD Johnson? 1971 50ESL71.<br /><br />I'm having a heckuva time finding anybody who carries parts for an engine of this age.<br /><br />Thanks!
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    71 Johnson 50 overheating?

    Howdy salts!<br /><br />I just got this 50hp 71 johnson o/b that I think (well sure) is overheating. Went out today and after a while the engine started "clicking" and a little smoke was coming out of the water "misters". I am pretty well versed in auto engines, but not marine. Does this...
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    '71 Johnson 50hp cooling system tell-tail

    Can anyone tell me where the tell-tail cooling stream outlet is on my Johnson? It's an older engine and I've heard that some of the older Johnsons don't have this feature...that it's a "spray/mist" at the water level.<br /><br />Thanks all! :confused: <br /><br />Just moving this back to the top.
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