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    85hp Merc?

    Alot of good feedback on these motors..Thanks guys! So the motor is sold. Just like that.. hopefully the new owner got a good deal or maybe they have parts for it.
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    85hp Merc?

    Good info. The Merc was in a tank in neutral. I cant get the video to post. The pictures of it is all i have including a still picture of the video.
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    85hp Merc?

    Perfect everyone thanks!
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    85hp Merc?

    Good day, ive been a johnson guy but i saw a merc 85hp for 500 bucks. had a video of it in a tank idling strong. Other than that it was a project boat he threw away due to rot. he wants the motor out of his garage. no controls for it, no working tilt but has the cylinders he says. Is...
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    Stuff seems way more expensive up here than in the states. for a 1000 bucks here youd be lucky if it ran and or if the motor was toast. That being said I also still have my 49cc engine tucked away. I wanted a 56 for the power i guess. But how much better is it? not sure. Finally after...
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    Saskatoon SK Canada
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    yeah expensive up here. wanted to consider doing it myself. Any thoughts?
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    Got the motor on the bench. Going to start with the teardown. I will post pics of what everything looks like. Thanks for the info guys! JFI machine shop up here quoted 225 for bore and hone per cylinder. Pistons they figure WSM from the US.
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    So talked to a machine shop today and said they prefer not to fix 2 cylinders but do all 3? if 2 are say next size up compared to the good cylinder..thats not good? Just getting another opinion.
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    Appreciate the feedback. It does run alright but could be better. I think Ill take on racerone's idea and open it up. Is there a recommended piston for this motor?
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    Howdy everone. Got a 1988 70hp that seemed to be running good other than possible 2 cylinders on idle but more specifically at top end was getting 38mph but now 32 with gps rpm 5400 rebuit 13.25x17 prop. havent gone into depth yet but thought i would the take head off and see. Firstly...
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    Johnson vs Merc

    This boat is rated for 100hp. 70 does okay but is getting tired.
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    Johnson vs Merc

    15 foot tri-hull mostly fishing cruising.
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    Johnson vs Merc

    Hmm okay thanks. Yes both have trim and tilt.
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    Johnson vs Merc

    Hey everyone gotta choice between a 78 merc 85hp or a 86 johnson 90hp. Both I’m told in good shape, the 90 was rebuilt before current owner who has paper work. Both around the same price. Any thoughts on choice? Thanks
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    Johnson vs merc vs Chrysler?

    I like your thinking, not afraid to get my hands dirty. I don’t know, Chryslers to me seem so simple. Heck I’ve seen automotive ignition conversions on those units to eliminate the power pack. Up here no salt water so no issue there. All these motors are relatively cheap to buy as well...
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    Chrysler 105

    can purchase one which was marine mechanic inspected, changed stator On it, runs good. He wants 800 for it. Any thoughts?
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    Johnson vs merc vs Chrysler?

    Johnson is an 85, the other 2 in the 70s, not sure exact year
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    Johnson vs merc vs Chrysler?

    Johnson 70 or merc 85 or Chrysler 105. All in good shape. Which one is a presference?
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