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    Ever had this problem... need input please...

    My 70hp johnson outboard had serviced, carb rebuild, plugs, fuel filter, gas lines, timing, water impeller and ran great. Then after about 4 months it started studdering at around 1200 to 1600 rpm but not WOT or higher RPM. However I found out that if I tilt it up the studdering goes away...
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    Hi... vibration on a Johnson 70HP 1994.... the lower mounts have play...

    Could that be the reason? I removed the covers and the rubber mounts have play. I am getting a vibration mostly in idle or above. Any thoughts? Thanks for any direction in this. JoeVee
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    Having trouble with a trac electric winch.

    It hasn't worked at all. The service people are great!!! Exceptional service, quick response an pros, but after 2 replacements, it still doesn't work. Any input? Is TRAC a good product or should I go for another brand? I think I lost faith in the product. Thanks, JoeVee
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    Hi I'm back... question? Installed a Panther 2 battery gauge.... stpped working???

    It's a two battery gauge I bought on Ebay. Could be my mistake. I installed as per instructions. Connected dedicated wires from the batteries, but it worked when installed, but now it does not show the right charge and it sometimes shows a charge, then it doesn't drop to zero. I assume its bad...
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    I know this is dumb but....

    Can I tow my boat (16ft) with the bimini top up? Any info or experience, like how fast etc...? Thanks, JoeVee
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    How to find the idle adjustment screw in a johnson J70TLERC outboard... need pix pls.

    I took it for service, rebuilt the carbs, sparks, impeller, runs grat but the idle is way too low. Easier for me to increases it then to haul it back. I would appreciate a photo of my specific model showing the location if that is at all possible. Thanks JoeVee
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    Steering wheel replacement question...

    I have a Hydra-Sport X255 1993. I want to replace the steering wheel. How do I know if a new one will fit? Number is HSX5A14ID393. And any place where I can get a used one? And how to center it too??? Thanks all again... JoeVee
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    Boat gauges questions. how to...

    I have a Hydra sport 1993 15.6 ft and I had to replace the dash. Now the tachometer needle cam off (I dropped it). QUESTION TACH:[/B][/B] I re-attached it and the setting in back was set on 5 cylinders. There is a setting for 3 cylinders. I have a Johnson 70 hp 3 cylinders. I am sure it was...
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    Ok I bought a TRAC winch model 7000 (day runner) and have a question...

    I installed one circuit breaker (30 amps) near the battery. But the winch includes a circuit breaker. Is there any advantage in having 2 circuit breakers installed? Thanks JoeVee
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    I know this is an old topic but....

    I took my Johnson 70 in for service and they said that compression was 145 in each cylinder (I am sure there was some variation). He said the motor was good. The tech guy said why don't you remove the VRO? He said taht it will fail since it's an old boat. The horn is working, so he said to...
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    Quick electric winch question...please....

    In my area the lakes are low, so sometimes i have to haul in the bought by the hand winch. I am thinking of installing an electric winch. The question is: Do I connect the electric to the existing light plug that feeds the trailer lights or do I need more current/amps than that? If I can tap the...
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    Any info on Triumph boats? Looked at a 17ft yesterday. Looked great!

    They seem to be good quality with the new manufacturing process. I looked at a 1700 with a 70 Yamaha engine. It is wide. I like that. Any experiences or opinions? Thanks, JoeVee
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    What is better for a lake fishing boat?

    Fiberglass or aluminum hull? @ stroke or 4 stroke engine? And lastly ideal size? Thanks, JoeVee
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    Fuel bulb replacement issue... need help please...

    Just got a new one and it is 5/16 as per my model number (j70TLERC). However, the one installed is larger. Should I change all fuel lines to 5/16 or is 5/16 wrong for this engine? Didn't get a respond on last thread, but I got it resolved. Hope you can help me in this issue. Thanks all... JoeVee
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    Water temperature sender in a Johnson 1994 70 hp-where does it go?

    I know this my be old stuff to many. I got the gauge and it has the Z bracket, but in the instructions it shows where it might go (inserted in the head). Is that correct or do I have to use the Z bracket? If so where on the head? Can you send a photo? If I have to remove a head bolt, what is the...
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    VRO information... might be helpful... it's long, sorry...

    VRO Introduction Two-stroke outboard motors have traditionally used a mixture of gasoline and lubricating oil as their fuel. A long standing practice was to pre-mix the gasoline and oil together in the boat's fuel tank. This required careful calculation and measurement of oil and gasoline, and...
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    How do i test the VRO alarm in my 1994 Johnson 70hp?

    I am new at this so, please bear with me. I got some info already from Boobie, but he suggested that I start a new thread on this here. I want to ensure that if the oil or gas is low, that I will get a warning. Also, where is the buzzer located and how to test it? He mentioned abrown sender...
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    How to remove the dash with gauges... should be easy?

    I have a Hydra-sport 16ft X255 1992. I need to remove the steering wheel and another piece that covers the dash. Do I need to mark the position and will anything important be "shifted"? The piece that is right after the steering wheel, how does it come off? Also where is the VRO warning buzzer...
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    How to instal a water temperature gauge in a Johnson 70 (no sender tap, need bolt-on)

    I know the forum has many topics on this, but I have yet to find a source that offers the gauge with the bolt-on sending unit. I even contacted iboats and they had no clue. I know teleflex is mentioned, but I can't locate any product in the website. Does any one have a link directly to this...
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    Trim and tilt gauge not working...1994 Johnson 70 J70TLERC

    New to the forum and to my used boat and boy am I getting a lot of help. Thanks all. My tilt and trim gauge will not work it's locked in the down position. It seemed to move slightly once, but no more. I sent off for the manual. Is that covered? If not anyone have any suggestions. The previous...
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