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    60 degree v4, no spark

    So here is the problem last year my 1997 v4 60 degree engine started to intermittently loose power and would eventually die and not restart. Turns out it would lose spark. Took it to a dealer, they replaced the power pack. I took it out again it died again. Being out of town I brought it to...
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    power pac isolation diode tests bad

    1983 115 crossflow v4<br />power pac isolation diode tests bad according to the test procedure in the clymers manual. any ideas what would cause this to happen? i dont want to replace these powerpacks if they are going to blow because of something else upstream taking them out.
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    140hp crossflow wont rev, ready to go black

    crossflow v4 wont rev <br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />engine is a 140hp, last year it would run 6200 rpm all day, this year it i cant get it to rev over 5000rpm. nothing has changed since last year.<br />ive tried rebuilding...
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    diff between 90hp &115 60degre v4

    what is the diff between 90hp &115 60degre v4 as far as carbs go? is it just jetting or bigger venturis and jetting? <br /><br />im not interested in anything else, WE ARE NOT ATTEMPTING TO MODIFY THE MOTOR OR INCREASE HP, merely verifing the right carbs are on the motor.
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    adapting 75hp 15" stinger mid to v4 cflow

    adapting 75hp 15" stinger mid to v4 cflow<br /><br />can it be done? the mid sections look similar at first glance. <br /><br />what about adapting a v6 looper mid to v4 cross? <br /><br /><br />I know this question may seem "out there" but there is a reason behind the madness.
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    rideguide steering

    i have a rideguide steering (single cable) i can get 2nd rack for almost free from a friend.i know these units are "stackable", but what do i need to stack them to make duel cable steering? a new pinion and longer bolts?
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    rideguide steering

    i have a rideguide steering (single cable) i can get 2nd rack for almost free from a friend.i know these units are "stackable", but what do i need to stack them to make duel cable steering? a new pinion and longer bolts?
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    another shift adjusting q.

    its a 1992 40 hp johnnyrude, small gearcase<br />i can here it wants to go into rev. but wont. i do have other gears. i took the cables off and moved it around. i can see the spring loaded ball goes into the cam mechinism fully in each gear position, but it still doesnt go into rev. so my...
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    2 cyl. omc 40 vs 50

    i just paged through the omc parts breakdowns to find the diffs in these to motors, but what i found isnt what i expected. i thought that the carbs would be different (all the inside parts are the same xcept low speed stuff).i also thought the reed and heads would possibly be diff, but nope...
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    tachometer questions

    i recently upgraded from a 1960 johnson 40hp to a 1992 johnson 40 hp. can i use the exsisting tach? it has a switch on the back for 2 3 or 4 cyl. but i saw something on the teleflex website about the alternator and the # of poles.whats up with that stuff, do i need a new tach with all these new...
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    92 johnson 40hp wiring

    having problems getting the right wiring harness from the dealer i got one that is close, and dont want to drive back (30 miles) to return it (done it 4 times now). so i want to modify what i have to work. so i need a diagram of the wires. can anyone send me a scan ? the librarys ref. book only...
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    weights again?!?

    i have a big twin 62 johnson 40hp short shaft.<br />im guessing 125 lbs any other guesses???
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    weight of 1974 johnson 50hp?

    what is the weight of 1974 johnson 50hp, does anybody have this info or know where i can get it.<br />i am weighing getting one but am concerned because it has the large gearcase like the v4s. i hope the weight diff isnt drastic.<br /><br />i believe 75 and later 50hp had the small gearcase.
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    PUSH OR PULL CABLES

    im upgrading the engine on my boat to a 50 hp late 70's johnson, my question is are the control "push" or 'pull". the reason is i have yet to pick up the motor but am looking at getting a foot throttle for safety reasons, and some of the brands are push or pull specific.<br /><br />also any...
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    40hp johnson overall dimensions

    im looking for overall dimensions for these motors<br />late 70's to recent. i have now a 1960 40hp and am looking to upgrade but im afraid of how much bigger these engines are front to back (powerhead)<br /><br />bombardiers site doesnt have them like hondas does.<br /><br />specifically im...
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    87 65 hp merc prop selection

    im lookin at a 65 hp merc and wonder what the largest pitch prop avail. is? im having trouble findin a website of a prop manufacturer such as michigan, any suggestions? by the weigh the boat is rated max for a 40 so it will be way overpowered!
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    mark 55h

    anyone know the true h ratings of this jewel, and its not "h" counterpart
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    is a usedshort shaft 40-50hp a needle in haystak

    usedshort shaft 40-50hp a needle in haystak<br />ive been lookin for a while now and cant seem to find one, right now im runnin an old 63 johnson 40 horse short shaft,but i want something newer preferablly with tilt, trim, but cant find one, im up to 38 mph and have cupped the hell out of the...
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