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    Head Bolt 305027 Size?

    Does anyone know the diameter and pitch for head bolts on a 1966 Johnson Seahorse? Part Number: 305027 from: http://www.marineengine.com/parts/vintage-evinrude-johnson/382080/catalog.html?http://www.marineengine.com/parts/vintage-evinrude-johnson/382080/38208000001.htm thanks, Robert
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    Head Bolt Stripped

    Hey everyone :) After going through my motor to see if I could figure why it was idling rough I discovered a stripped head bolt. After removing the bolt I noticed it was a bit rusty with some white corrosion. Eventually I got the head and water jacket cover off and the same white corrosion was...
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    Welch Plugs

    Does anyone know of there is a benefit to replacing the smaller welch plugs located around my idle screws? Thanks, Robert 1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R)
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    1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R)

    Hey Everyone, Now that I have my lower unit all repaired, carb, fuel pump rebuit and all the little things back in place, I'm looking for some suggestions to get it to idle decent. A local boat shop who did a quick tuneup mentioned he could go through it all for like $600 and get it back to how...
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    Fuel Pump Testing - 1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R)

    Hi all :) I was testing my fuel pump by disconnecting my fuel line at the carburetor and cranking, I noticed that I just getting spurts of fuel out. Is that what i should be or after cranking for say 3-5 seconds should I be seeing a steady stream of fuel? Thanks, Robert
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    Fuel Pump Cover - 1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R)

    Hi all, Installing a new Fuel Pump kit and noticed that the pressure side nipple on the fuel pump cover was loose. After some inspection I noticed it came off and there are no threads and yes perfectly smooth. It doesn't appear broken, but I was wondering if it was a standard practice to have...
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    Transom Design

    Guys, Am I right in assuming that in most fiberglass hull boats that the wood portion of a Transom will extend from the entire width of the stern? Robert
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    Drain Plugs

    Guys, Would adding a drain plug be a good or bad thing in an old boat? I was thinking that would be a good way of knowing if you have any water in the bottom of the hull and also provide a way for most of it to drain out and allow you to vent the rest to dry out? Thoughts? Robert
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    Seacast Transom Repair

    Has anyone had any experiences using the SeaCast? http://www.transomrepair.net/index.php Robert
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    16' Dem Craft Ski/Fish Boat

    Guys, My Transom on my 1972 DemCraft that is showing wear and I'm assuming buried in between the fiberglass is some type of wood that seen better days. Story: I was taking my boat out the other day and noticed water slowly dripping from one of the bolts that secures my motor to the transom...
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    16' Demcraft Ski/Fish Boat

    Guys, My Transom on my 1972 DemCraft that is showing wear and I'm assuming buried in between the fiberglass is some type of wood that seen better days. Story: I was taking my boat out the other day and noticed water slowly dripping from one of the bolts that secures my motor to the transom...
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    1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R)

    First off thanks to all you who helped me outwith my lower unit. All seems to be going good, but I need some advice. When in reverse gear and I push the throttle it only goes half way, is that normal? Also when the lever is in any position it is not engaging the carburetor so I get no...
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    1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R) Lower Unit Assembly

    Having a hard time getting the lower unit back in place. I greased the grommets and water tubes, but it has another 1 1/2 inches to go. Any suggestions? Robert
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    1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R) Lower Unit Assembly

    I just noticed in getting my lower unit together that the extension piece in between the lower unit and the motor my Seloc FSM only shows a gasket on the lower portion. As both ends appear to be the same size and shape would it be recommended to get a gasket for both sides or would just putting...
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    Water Inlet/Outlet Tubes

    I'm finally getting ready to get my lower unit back on my motor, but I noticed that both the water inlet and outlet tubes are loose. I saw no mention of how these were attached or even how to get to them in my Selco Manual. Should they be pretty tight before I place my lower unit back on...
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    1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R) Lower Unit Assembly

    Hey all, Re-posting with a different subject in hopes that it will catch someone's eye that has more knowledge than me :) Awhile back I discovered that my lower unit had been taking on water. Now after getting new parts I'm getting ready to re-assemble my lower unit. Browsing over the manual it...
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    Forward Gear Bearing

    Getting my lower unit back together and I just noticed that forward bearing is not pressed on the shaft or is there any retainer. It fits on the shaft easily with no play, but what keeps the shaft from spinning inside the inner race of the bearing? Robert 1966 Johnson Seahorse 60HP (VXL-12R)
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    1966 Seahorse 60HP VXL-12R Seal 0307103

    From my parts manual 0307103 is round, but on mine is not, more oblong with a squared off end. See file link: Does anyone know if that is the correct part number and you just press to fit or what? Btw, this o-ring goes here: Thanks, Robert
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    1966 Johnson 60 (VXL-12R) Lower Unit Studs

    Motor: 1966 Johnson 60 (VXL-12R) Lower Unit Stud broke and I need to replace. My question is I read it is torqued down. How do you torque a threaded bolt that has no hex area to accept a wrench or socket??? The part that I'm referring to is the two stus that secure the two pieces of the lower...
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    Drive Shaft Needle Bearing Removal

    I have a 1966 Johnson Seahorse 60 (VXL-12R). My needle bearing in the lower unit were rusted and froze. I managed to get out the roller bearings, but without having a bearing puller for this, what other way has anyone used to get the outer race removed from the lower unit? Robert
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