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    How to reduce trolling motor power at low setting?

    I recently installed a Motorguide Bulldog 40 lb. thrust trolling motor in a small 'pond prowler' style plastic boat (8' long). The boat weights about 135, and with me+gear about 500. The trolling motor has 5 speeds. The lowest speed moves the boat faster than I like for trolling crappie jigs...
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    Valve tappet clearance check for 2004 Johnson?

    Has anybody had their valve tappet clearance checked/adjusted for a Johnzuki 4 stroke and know what this cost? Also, were you out of adjustment or otherwise have an issue with it? I have not had this done on my 2004 DF115 (dealer did not do it at 10 hr inspection) and manual suggests biannually...
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    How to decarbonize 2004 Johnson 4-stroke?

    My owner's manual says I should decarbonize my 2004 4stroke Johnson (115HP) but I'm not sure how to do it, or how to tell if it is truly needed. I don't live near a marine dealer so will have to drive an hour to get a can of whatever is needed. My local autoparts store carries Seafoam though.
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    Valve tappet clearance check for 2004 Johnzuki?

    Has anybody had their valve tappet clearance checked/adjusted for a Johnzuki 4 stroke and know what this cost? Also, were you out of adjustment or otherwise have an issue with it? I have not had this done on my 2004 DF115 (dealer did not do it at 10 hr inspection) and manual suggests biannually...
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    How to decarbonize 2004 Johnzuki?

    My owner's manual says I should decarbonize my 2004 4stroke Johnzuki (115HP) but I'm not sure how to do it, or how to tell if it is truly needed. I don't live near a marine dealer so will have to drive an hour to get a can of whatever is needed.
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    Recommended splice for 6 to 8 ga. wire?

    I need to splice some 6 ga. wire to 8 ga. wire on my boat. I can't find any Shrink Tube Butt Connectors in this size. I found some regular Vinyl-insulated Butted Seam Barrel Terminals in 6 ga. that would work and I guess I could shrink some of the adhesive-lined shrink tube around it to keep out...
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    Broke my Johnzuki lower unit casing. Bad casting?

    I was drifting down a river and my 115HP 4stroke Johnzuki bumped up against a submerged tree. I was not concerned in the slightest as I've bumped up against stuff plenty of times and this seemed like a gentle bump against something soft (waterlogged tree) so I wasn't concerned in the slightest...
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    Oil leak in 2004 Johnzuki 115 4-stroke

    I was snooping under the cover of my 2004 Johnzuki 115HP 4-stroke and noticed a small bit of oil on some wires and plastic parts. It sort of looks like it might be coming from inside the large black plastic box on the forward part of the engine block (see pic). There is a 3 inch hose going in...
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    Need to remount license plate (original lost)

    I noticed the license plate was missing from my trailer. I think the plastic license plate holder failed. I have ordered another plate from our DMV and wondering about a more secure way of mounting it...?
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    Suzuki DF115 - What exactly does Ringfree do for me?

    I've heard of the product but never paid close attention to what it does or if I should be using it. I have a 2004 Johnzuki 115Hp 4-stroke. Does it go in the gas? :%
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    Johnson says #4 wire enough to cranking battery?

    I'm wiring in a battery switch and called Johnson to inquire about necessary wire guage. They said #4 should be fine. I ask as the factory wire curerntly hooked to my cranking battery looks much bigger. <br /><br />I figured I'd need the same guage as they used between the motor and the cranking...
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    Common ground across starting and house circuits?

    Should I install a ground wire across the negative terminals of my separate starting and house batteries? I think I need it to install a battery switch.<br /><br />I plan to install this Blue Sea battery switch that will let me connect my house battery to my starting circuit in the event my...
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    What are symptoms of 'full' water separating fuel filter?

    I have a water separating fuel filter on the line to my 2004 Johnson 115 HP 4-stroke. It is not the racor design with the bulb. I change it every season. But I'm wondering what the symptoms are if I happen to get excess water in my line and the fuel filter becomes 'clogged.' <br /><br />Does it...
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    2004 Johnson oil filter hiding place?

    My owner's manual has the audacity to say leave the oil filter change up to the dealer...sigh. Maybe I should since I don't know where the filter is at!<br /><br />Seriously though, I forget which side cover conceals it and if there are any gotchas associated with changing it...?
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    2004 Johnson 115HP 4-Stroke alternator output?

    I'm trying to size some wire for a battery combiner I'd like to install, but have no idea what my alternator output is...? Anybody know? I checked the Johnson site and also my manual, but did not find it.
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    What size wire for my new battery switch?

    I'm adding one of those Blue Sea battery switches that will let me connect my house battery to my starting circuit in the event my starting battery fails. Currently my house battery feeds a circuit panel using #8 wires. How big a wire do I need to go to this switch if it maybe used to start my...
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    What is this device on my battery?

    I assume it is some kind of circuit breaker, but not sure. It is called a 'shortstop' and says "20A" as it if it is a fuse.<br /><br />Is it an auto-reset? Or do I have to replace it if it blows? I think that positive lead is my alternator (charging) lead so this thing is a fuse on the...
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    Any important info concerning Johnson abandoning 4-strokes?

    I saw a vague reference that Johnson discontinued rebranding the bigger 4-strokes they sourced from Suzuki. Anybody have a link to this release? Did they offer any info concerning warranties/extensions/parts support/etc? I have a 2004 Johnson 115HP 4-stroke.
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    Requesting warranty extension

    I bought a new Johnson 115HP 4-Stroke on 11/03 (2004 model). It was a package deal on a new boat. The boat has been back to the factory twice under warranty, easily preventing use of the boat for 6 months. I feel like I have lost critical time on my 3 year warranty and considering asking Johnson...
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    Online source for genuine Johnson parts (oil, filter, etc)???

    Ready to change some fluids and filters but I live so far from my dealer! Are there any reputable places online to buy this stuff????
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