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    1970 Crestliner model help.

    Just bought this boat. From the hull I would say it is a 1970. But have no idea on the model. Could use a little help. Also, if anyone has any info on her as far as being a good vessel/motor or not would be appreciated. I believe the motor is a 69 55hp Johnson. Thanks, Matt
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    1972 Johnson 125hp Piston Replacement

    Re: 1972 Johnson 125hp Piston Replacement Thanks for the advice!! I was able to knock the pins out last night finally. Split the case and removed the failed piston. Piston looks pretty rough, although the cylinder wall feels actually pretty smooth. Hoping I can get away with just cleaning...
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    1972 Johnson 125hp Piston Replacement

    Re: 1972 Johnson 125hp Piston Replacement Yes, I am trying to split the crankcase. From this diagram, the only thing i can think of that is holding
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    1972 Johnson 125hp Piston Replacement

    Okay, bought a boat with a 125hp Johnson. Model number 125ESL72R. Motor has good compression on all but one cylinder. Only about 24psi. So I took off the head and found chunks missing out of the piston and some metal embedded into the piston and head. I attached images of what I saw...
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    Need some lower unit help here.

    Hi guys, new to the forum but have been searching this site for the last few nights trying to find some info. Found some great articles but can seem to find what I'm really looking for. So, here it goes. I recently bought a little boat. It is a 64 duracraft that has, from what I've read, a...
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