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    Battery not charging - rectifier OK

    I apologize if this is already covered in a past post, but the topics/problems/resolutions I'm seeing surround the rectifier NOT working. Here's what I'm experiencing:: Motor: 1978 Johnson 85ML78C This past May, my battery was not re-charging while I was running around on the water. After...
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    1978 Johnson V4 not starting on the ramp

    Motor Model: 85ML78C I've had this boat since March and have not done anything to the internal motor, carbs. I have replaced the plugs and compression tested the block. It checked out fine (about 106psi across all 4 cyl) Fired up multiple times on muffs and has worked well. Motor is stored in...
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    Outboard motor - locking reverse/forward

    I have an older outboard that appears to have some parts removed from it involving it's manual tilt/release abilities. I bought this boat from a fella that didn't know which end of a screwdriver to hold and I'm discovering little odds and ends that are throwing up some flags. It's my first...
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    Impeller only - or water pump kit? 1978 Johnson 85HP

    This is my first post after creeping around the forum for a good month. This is a very very very cool and helpful site you have here. Thank you for all the knowledge and expertise! I am a new (to me) boat owner and I'm just about as green as it gets. Much of my knowledge has come from soaking up...
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