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    1995 Evinrude 30hp - Starter issue?

    I have a 1995 Lowe 14' with a 30hp Evinrude. I've had the boat since Oct 2017. I started using it in 2019 and it always operated flawlessly. Evinrude E30ELE0B. This year we have gone out 65 times since early June. From time to time I would have to turn the key 2 times to get the motor to start...
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    Changed oil in lower unit on Johnson outboard.... leaks now. How do I fix?

    Changed oil in lower unit on Johnson outboard last weekend. It has a slow leak now. I changed the crush washer and am positive I threaded the bolt back in perfectly. Even used a impact screw driver by hand. What can I do now? :-( Thanks for your help!
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    What kind of washer for lower unit on 1995 30HP Evinrude (E30ELE0B)?

    What kind of washers will I need for lower unit on 1995 30 HP Evinrude (E30ELE0B) when I change the oil this fall? I want to make sure I get the right ones at the best price. I'm thinking maybe these; Johnson/Evinrude Outboard 311598 --- (Qty. 5 of 18-4248), Model # 6367924 Mfg # 18-4248-9 UPC...
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    What kind of oil, and how much, for the lower unit 1995 Evinrude 30HP?

    1995 30 HP Evinrude (E30ELE0B) - What kind of oil, and how much is needed, for the lower unit oil change? Can I use this kind from Walmart, or is it a cheap crappy oil that will cost me more in the long run? Thank you!
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    Fuel filter inside 1995 30 HP Evinrude (E30ELE0B)?

    Does a 1995 30 HP Evinrude (E30ELE0B) have a fuel filter inside? If so, could being plugged make the engine lurch twice, alarm sound, and engine stop? How do I inspect the fuel filter if it has one to know if it needs to be replaced? Thank you.
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    1995 30 HP Evinrude (E30ELE0B) "slipped" and then died.

    Last week I got a new 1995 Lowe boat with 1995 30HP Evinrude (E30ELE0B) motor. I had a friend who works on motors run it before I purchased and he thought it was in great condition. I took it out a couple times for a short 30 minute rides last week just to check it out and it worked perfectly...
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    Can I flip a 6hp Johnson on it's head to put a washer in the lower unit oil fill hole?

    Can I flip a 6hp Johnson on it's head to put a washer in the lower unit oil fill hole? I have a 6hp 1977 Johnson (6R77M). I would like to find the replacement "washers" (if that's what they are called) for the lower unit that goes in with the bolts where you fill it with oil. What are these...
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    1995 Evinrude 30HP (E30ELE0B) - Will charge my battery?

    Here are a couple more pictures.
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    1995 Evinrude 30HP (E30ELE0B) - Will charge my battery?

    This week I upgraded boats. My new boat is a 1995 Lowe boat, motor trailer combo. The boat has a 1995 Evinrude 30HP (E30ELE0B) electric start engine. I'm wondering what charges the battery? A car has an alternator, but a boat doesn't (that I know of). Here are some pictures. Thank you.
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    How to fog 8HP Johnson outboard and run out gas?

    I think I want to totally clear out all of the gas on my 8HP Johnson outboard before winter storage (this weekend). How can I fog the engine and get all the gas out at the same time? I've disconnected the fuel line in past and it will continue to run for 2 to 3 minutes Also should I fog while...
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    Power loss in 1977 Johnson 6HP (1/2 power possibly)

    I had the cover off where the thermostat lives and I pulled it out one time. Would it help to spray (or soak) it in carb cleaner?
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    Power loss in 1977 Johnson 6HP (1/2 power possibly)

    Thank you very much, but HOW IN THE WORLD do I get to that screw????? It's buried down inside the motor housing. Also instead of steel wire, how about compressed air? I might be able to get air down there (if I can get the screw out). When you (oldboat) say carb cleaner, are you saying put that...
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    Power loss in 1977 Johnson 6HP (1/2 power possibly)

    Tank is a "System Matched Parts & Accessories - Dura-Tank. 6 gallon.
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