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    Do all small outboards vibrate your teeth out?

    I bass fish motoring up stream with an outboard at idle most of the time. The streams are to swift to use an electric motor. The sound of an outboard motor running has never has seemed to bother the fish. But the main problem is “vibration”. I have been using a 1977, model # 10R778, Johnson 9.9...
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    Are Quachita Jon Boats being manufactured today?

    Are Quachita Jon Boats being manufactured today? If so, information please.<br />Trying to find a 14' Jon Boat that is made with-out cross seats.
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    What year is this Honda 10 hp?

    On the side of the cal is,Honda 100.<br />Honda B1000<br />serial # 1200172.<br />Thanks for any help.
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    Having trouble finding the year manufactured

    Having trouble finding the year manufactured <br />Johnson 5 hp, Model # CD20R, serial # 2320164.<br />and are parts available if needed. <br />Thanks for any info about this motor.
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    What to buy, Johnson 8 hp 2 stroke or 4 stroke?

    I wish to buy Johnson 8hp, 2 stroke or a 4 stroke, but don’t know which one.<br />I have two basic needs in a motor. <br />(1) The slowest possible speed; Which one operates at idle with the slowest forward movement? Does the prop selection will make a difference with this small of a motor.<br...
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    1969, 9.8 Merc. More help on. How to replace water pump impeller drive key?

    1969, 9.8 Merc. Serial # 2510730. Replacing busted water pump.<br />I installed Ordered shop manual two weeks ago and it has been back-ordered.<br />It is Saturday morning and all the outboard shops are closed ,so. <br />(1) Can some one explain, step by step, how do I get the, round, drive key...
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    To buy or not to buy a Briggs and Stratton 5hp

    I am in the market for a small outboard and need it to (1) idle smooth and (2) Very Quiet for about 8 hrs at a time. I fish in very swift water and can't use an electric motor.<br />Have been using a 1969 Johnson 9.9 for years and does a great job but it is old and I have the new motor wants. I...
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    How to change a water pump in a 1969 9.8 merc?

    Can I find maintenance instructions on the Internet without having to buy a manual?
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    Yamaha 8HP top cylinder runs rough

    2004 Yamaha, 8 hp. 2 cycle.<br />I run this motor about 6 to 8 hours at low speed around 1200 rpm. And the longer it runs, the worse it runs. The top cylinder seems to misfire about every 5th or 6th stroke and is most noticeable at idle speeds. <br />Trouble shooting: Tested by the dealer and...
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    Does an Johnson 8hp 4stroke really run quieter?

    my first time in this forum.<br />I need a small outboard motor that will run quietly for 7 or 8 hours at idle, about 1000 rpm, without a problem. Yamaha, 2 or 4 stroke, can't do the job. <br />Is there a significant sound difference between a Johnson 8 hp 4 stroke and a 2 stroke?
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