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  1. roger3645

    1988 Evinrude loses spark to #4 after quick start drops out

    Hi everyone. I have a new to me 1988 Evinrude 120 Model E120TLCCA. Had the boat out for the second time today running this motor. First time out it ran great until I was heading back in when it started to miss and surge. Today I took it out and after clearing the no wake zone I went to get on...
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    1985 looper 140 and a 1985 looper 120 powerhead exchange

    Hello all! I am currently running a 1985 140 20 inch shaft looper which has low compression on 1 cylinder (around 115 on 3 and 105 on the other). It still runs but is lacking at WOT. Just replaced the head gaskets and found moderate scuffing on the 105 psi cylinder. I don't if it's normal...
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    1985 140 Johnson looper 20 degree temp difference between port and starboard

    Hi All... I am running a 1985 140 looper model J140TLCOS on a 1996 17 ft Ranger Sport R70. When warm and at idle port is at 123 degrees and starboard at 143 degrees. I replaced the starboard thermostat (140 degree stat) and there was no change. Running at 5000 rpm with trim adjusted up just...
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    OMC Prop needs new Hub

    I have an older OMC SST prop 389924 (14.5 x 19) that spun the hub. I ordered and received hub 387157, the label on this hub reflects the hub is for an aluminum prop. Can it be used in my SST prop? If not, can anyone provide the correct hub part number? Thanks
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    Why does a 1985 140 Looper idle best without idle air bleeds?

    I have a 1985 140 Looper, model J140TLCOS, with original carbs body 393571, with jets , Idle Air Bleed 14, intermediate 40, and HS 59D. These carbs are very clean Compression is 120 psi on all 4 and has a good crisp blue spark at 7/16. The motor is new to me and the first year running it. It...
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    1985 140 Looper Exhaust Problem?

    This is a new to motor and first looper (miss my crossflow already). Just a quick question regarding the exhaust. I do not have any water or exhaust coming out of the two top exhaust ports while running the motor on muffs. I took the deflector off so I could put my finger in the holes. Could...
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    1985 140 Looper 3 wire power trim issue

    I have a new to me 1985 140 looper model J140TLCOS. I have had the motor for about 3 yrs now and since retiring I've just got around to getting her up and running. She runs well on the engine stand but I'm having a problem with the power trim. Three wires from trim motor, black (ground), Blue...
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    Starter will not shut off 1989 88SPL

    I have a 1989, Evinrude 88 SPL, which runs great. Yesterday I started the boat to put it back on the trailer. Once on the trailer, I shut the motor off and could hear something running on the motor. I figured it was the starter. I tried working the key a couple of times but it would not stop so...
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    Am I too concerned about compression numbers?

    I am currently looking for a 115 V4 Evinrude or Johnson. I am currently running a 1989 90hp Evinrude, with 120 psi on all four cylinders. The motor runs very good. However; the boat is rated for a 115 and to be honest, I want to go faster. I am using 120 psi as an indicator of how good the...
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    Did I give this 1989 140 Looper a fair Evaluation?

    I recently went and looked at a Ski boat which was powered by a 1989 Johnson 140hp looper. I was actually only interested in the boat for the motor. If, I had bought the boat, I had a guy I was going to give the boat and trailer too, after I pulled the motor. I found the boat had a bad floor...
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    Switching from Alu prop to SST

    Is it the standard rule of thumb to go down two pitch sizes when changing from Aluminum to a SST prop. I am running a 1989 Sprint 265, (950lbs) 16 foot bass boat, with a standard Michigan Wheel 13 X 19 alu prop. With a 1989 90hp Evinrude, at WOT, I run 44-45 mph at 5300 rpm, fully loaded with...
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    1988 120hp Johnson is the motor goin into SLOW mode?

    Earlier this year, I purchased a 1988 Stratos 169V, powered by a 1988 120hp loop charged Johnson. At the time of purchase the VRO system had been disconnected. I replaced the impeller, rectifier, cleaned the carbs, and changed the lower unit oil. I found the alarm horn did not sound and the...
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    Smart Tabs (Mobster Tabs) My Review

    My experience with Smart Tabs. First let me document the problems I am having with my boat. The boat is a 1989 Sprint model 265 bass boat. It?s 16' long with a 6?5? beam with a dry weight of 950lbs. The boat is powered by a 1989 90hp Evinrude with power trim. Problems: At 5300 rpms (WOT)...
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    Changing prop from Alu to SS

    I have a 1989 Sprint 265, 16? bass boat, weight of 950 lbs, 6.5? beam. It?s powered by a 1989 Evinrude 88 SPL. ( I added factory power trim) It currently has a 13 X 19 pitch, Michigan Wheel, aluminum propeller. AT WOT I am running 5300 RPM, with a constant top end of 44 mph (GPS). Every now...
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    CMC Power Trim VS Factory Power Trim

    I'm currently running a 1989 Evinrude 88 Spl without power trim on a 16' bass boat. I am looking for some feed back on the CMC power trim units. I have been able to locate a used one for sale, reportedly in good condition, for $250.00. I have also located a complete 1987 115 evinrude with power...
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    1989 88 SPL Conversion to 115???

    I have a Evinrude 1989 88 SPL, I have been researching the motor and carb part numbers and have found the only difference in the horse power of these V4 motors are the carburetor orifices (Jets). According to my research it appears I can convert the 1989 88 SPL, to a 115hp (1990 Model carb...
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    UFO in carb 1989 88spl Evinrude

    I recently purchased a used boat with a 1989 88spl evinrude outboard. At the time of purchase the seller did not have the key to start the motor so I paid him a price I would have paid for just the boat and trailer. Seller swore the motor ran well. I bought a key and cranked up the motor and...
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    The Ride: Procraft, Venture and Hydra Sport

    I?m currently searching for a bass boat and due to a retaining wall on each side of my driveway. I have a limit on the width of the trailer and for the most part the boat.. I?m looking for a 16? bass boat with a 115hp outboard and since I don?t have money coming you my ears I have a budget of...
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    Allison XST 18' Ride

    There is an Allison XST 18 that's up for sale it is 1979 model and appears to be a tri-hull boat. I know allison boats are known for speed but what about the ride. I've owned tri-hulls before and the ride is rough and wet in water with a good chop. Does the allison have about the same ride in...
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    Suzuki Pros and Cons

    I'm going to look at a boat with a Suzuki 115hp outboard, I believe the model year is 1990. Never owned suzuki motor nor do I know anyone who does. So my question is; do they have an over all good reputation, anything particular about suzuki's I should look for? Are parts available...
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