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    1996 mercury mariner 125 hp oil float

    Ok, So I have the common warning beeping that results from the float in the oil tank not working correctly. I know this because I removed the tank, turned it upside down and the beeping stopped. I turned right side up and beeping started again. I removed the sensor, and the beeping stopped. I...
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    water leak in exhaust manifold

    I have an older Johnson (75?) with 3 cylinder. 2 seasons ago I determined that the exhaust manifold gaskets were shot. Water was getting into the bottom cylinder. Replaced them, and all last summer the motor ran beautifully. All 3 cyl were working fine, and compression was great. Today I fired...
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    water in cylinder

    I have done a search on this topic yet am still frustrated. I have a 1973 Johnson 3 cyl 65 hp. Just bought the boat about a month ago. One day while out on lake, motor smoked and lost power. Took to mechanic and he tested compression. Stated that it was fine, however there was water in bottom...
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    suggested prop?

    Hi all, <br />I have a 1973 15 foot crestliner with a 65hp johnson on it. It's max rpm according to specs is 5500. It has a 13 3/4 X 17 prop on it. However, it is allum and is all banged up. Any suggestions on what type of prop I should go with? It is more of a fun boat, and I will be using it...
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    steering froze

    I have a 1973 65hp johnson. Was out on river today and hit a rock. Motor did not kick back like it should have...I don't think. Steering became hard but I was able to get back to dock. Noticed that the bar from the motor to the cable was bent. At home I removed the bar and straightened it. When...
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    torque

    need torque and sequence for a 65hp 1973 johnson.<br />Thanks in advance. <br /><br />Norton
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