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    Swap a cobra 3.0 985684 out drive in place of 985268?

    Hi all. I have an 88 3.0 Cobra with 985268 model outdrive blown. I have a line on a solid known good marked as for a 3.0 liter with model 985684. Is this a compatible swap? I have OMC manual and it makes no reference to this model drive for any year or displacement. The tag says 3.0 liter...
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    cobra 3.0 overheat, Mystery

    Hi all. 1988 Cobra 3.0. New impeller done at start of season. It didn't fail just routine maintenance. I had left my radio on and drained battery so I jump started at dock and let it idle for 10-15 min. Noticed temp gauge heading for the red and shut it down. My repairman came down and...
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    88 Cobra 3.0 / changing tilt cylinders?

    All: A question... I need to change tilt / trim cylinders on my 88 Cobra. I assume I need to do this in the down position. I have both the OMC and Seloc manuals and they aren't clear on this, however. The OMC manual is clear that you should be in the up position to check or add fluid, so...
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    Prop selection OMC Cobra /17 foot Renken

    I am trying to improve performance on my boat, and believe a prop upgrade is in order. Here is current setup: 1988 OMC Cobra, 3.0L 17 foot Renken SS1700, 1988 Running a 13x19 prop now. WOT rating for the engine is around 4500 per manual. The boat runs right at 4500 at WOT, but only at...
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    ski / rope locker won't drain

    Hi guys. Have an 88 Renken 1700, stern drive. Recent acquisition. In the floor of the boat I have a ski / rope storage well. It is not draining water into the bilge after rain and such. There is a drain hole in the back of it, which I have lightly poked around in to no avail. My gas tank is...
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    67 Johnson 80hp control, will 62 40hp control fit?

    Hi guys Have a 1967 Johnson, 80 horse V4 electric shift. Trying to match controls to it, looking at a control from a 40 HP 1962 Johnson, by photos it looks close but not sure it will match up. Can anyone offer an informed opinion? The controls and shift wiring with the motor have been hacked...
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    OMC Cobra 3.0, tilt / trim gauge available?

    Hi gang.. got an 88 OMC Cobra I/O set up on my Renken bowrider. I am trying to find out if there is a way to install a tilt / trim indicator gauge on the dash. Been searching around and can't find anything on the subject. I am hoping that maybe the outdrive has the sensors present and all I need...
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    Replacing steering cable, numbers on old cable are:

    Hi guys. Just picked up a nice little 88 17 ft Renken bowrider with a 3.0 OMC sterndrive.... Needs a steering cable though. My question is this... I took the numbers off the existing cable ( still installed in boat) figuring I could match it up pretty easily. The numbers on the cable are Morse...
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    batt. reverse connection damage 60ESL71C

    My son inadvertently installed the battery with the cables reversed on my 71 Johnson 60ESL71C. <br />I know this fries the rectifier, and after correcting the condition, checked the charging output and it was dead. Replaced rectifier, and it now charges well. Used the boat last weekend without...
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    What should compression be on '71 60HP?

    Any of you know what the compression should be on a '71 60ESL71C three cyl?<br />My Seloc manual does not seem to list the spec. I am guessing somewhere around 100 PSI, but if anyone can confirm that, thanks. Heading up the lake tonight and would like to run a test when I get there.<br /><br...
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    71 60HP 60ESL71C, fuel pump?

    Hi guys. Running the above motor, and it runs great till you get above 4500 RPM ( 5000 is max<br />It starts bogging out. I am thinking "fuel starvation", as it is absolutely perfect at lower speeds, have no stalling or idling issues.<br />I had my daughter sit in back and pump the primer bulb...
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    looking for OMC part 314126 / wave washer

    Hello all:<br />I am rebuilding a spare electric shift lower unit for my 71 Johnson 60. <br />I am one part away from being done, it's a wavy washer that goes on top of the shift solenoids before you bolt the cover onto them. <br />OMC part number is 314126.<br /><br />If anyone has a line on...
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    tilt / trim fir question / 71 Johnson 60ESL71C

    I have the above mentioned motor. I came across a working OMC tilt trim unit removed from a 69 Evinrude Triumph ( same basic motor I think).<br />Can anyone confirm that this tilt/trim would fit my motor? <br /><br />Thanks folks....
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    Joe Reeves? OMC 580776 question

    Joe, or anyone else... Have a lower unit for 68 Evinrude, 55HP, electric shift. Need solenoids for shift mechanism... Is OMC 580776 the correct solenoid assembly for this unit? I think it is... but would like to be sure....<br /><br /><br />Thanks<br /><br />Craig
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    Windshield channel/ trim

    Maybe some one can answer me this!<br />I have a 71 Caravelle Trihull that I am fixing up. The windshield is attached to the hull with a black plastic channel. The channel/gasket is screwed to the hull, and the windshield slots onto it. Problem is the channel is beat up bad, screws don't hold it...
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    puller for web type prop bearing carrier? 50 H Jonny

    Hi all... doing a prop shaft seal on an old 60 horse Jonny hydroelect shift... this lower end has the web-type bearing carrier, where you need to hook a puller in those webs to get it out.<br />Any tips on the right puller? I see jaw-type gear pullers at Sears, but not sure they will reach in...
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    Short shaft motor on a long transom? Risks / Problems?

    I have a 16 foot tri-hull with a 20 inch transom, and currently am running a long shaft 71 Johnson 60 horse ( 3 cyl). Has a tired gear case and a lot of hours. I've had the incredible fortune of stumbling across a nearly brand new 71 Johnson short shaft. It's been sitting in a basement for 32...
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    Short shaft motor on a long transom? Risks / Problems?

    I have a 16 foot tri-hull with a 20 inch transom, and currently am running a long shaft 71 Johnson 60 horse ( 3 cyl). Has a tired gear case and a lot of hours. I've had the incredible fortune of stumbling across a nearly brand new 71 Johnson short shaft. It's been sitting in a basement for 32...
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    hydroelectric shift rebuild, help! Johnson 60

    Well I am at my wits end with this one.<br />I have a 71 Johnson 60, hydroelectric shift. The lower unit blew, forward gear stripped out and took the pinion gear with it. Prior to this it had no shifting problems, electrically.<br /> I obtained a used lower unit, from a 68 Evinrude Triumph...
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    1970 60 Horse Johnson short to long shaft convert

    I stumbled on a rather incredible find that I can''t pass up. <br />I have a 1970 60 horse Johnson 3 cylinder, Model 60ES70.<br />This motor has been stored indoors since 1970 and is brand new, it's never been on a boat. I got it, changed the impeller for insurance, ( didn't need it as it turned...
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