1982 90 hp johnson outboard cannot start

ib18

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This is the first try to start this motor this season. I will start cleaning the carburetor first. The battery terminal was smoking too after I turned and hold the key for awhile
 
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racerone

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If the starter does not turn the motor fast enuff it will not have spark and will not start.
 

boobie

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First check your compression and then your spark which should jump a 7/16" open air gap on a spark tester.
 

boobie

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First check your compression and then your spark which should jump a 7/16" open air gap on a spark tester.
 

ib18

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that was quick, got it to start today amazing! WooHoo, will go fishing soon after registering this motor.
I will change the water impeller and rebuild the carburetor to be sure before I hit the water.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muBoTyqWlO8 - take a look of how I did it.
 
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