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    Default 1971 johnson outboard no spark

    model #6oesl-71c . no spark to plugs tested coil and got good ohms no spark from coil per tester what could it be . First time boat owner

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    Default Re: 1971 johnson outboard no spark

    Clean all the grounds then try it.

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    Default Re: 1971 johnson outboard no spark

    Quote Originally Posted by dew2 View Post
    Clean all the grounds then try it.
    It started after a long time trying when I got it .It started 2 days ago at home ,but now it dont start .It cranks just fine

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    Default Re: 1971 johnson outboard no spark

    did you clean the coil grounds? clean the carb? try putting 1/2 tsp mixed fuel in the cylinders then start it,if it runs for a short time you have a fuel delivery problem

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    Default Re: 1971 johnson outboard no spark

    Cleaned the carbs It is getting fuel but no spark. I am not to good with motors.I baught it because I had it running .
    Last edited by redscolt; April 14th, 2011 at 08:58 AM. Reason: spelling

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    Default Re: 1971 johnson outboard no spark

    use the search box in the upper right corner <above the seadek ad>...type in..distributor ignition...scroll down to "Johnson 60hp.-Not Firing"..original post by BuckyBoy..read the posts there

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    Default Re: 1971 johnson outboard no spark

    I heard it could be the kill switch wire , where is that and what color is it, where does it lead to

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