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    1968 eska 7.0hp impeller change

    Hi all I need some advice please. Can anyone tell me how to change the impeller on this motor? The motor is fitted with a f/n clutch, so can I just drop the gearbox to access the impeller, or will the clutch parts stop the drive shaft dropping down the leg. Will I have to remove power head to...
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    Johnson 5 1/2 hp

    Hello folks. Just by pure chance I have bought a 1963 model CD-20 Johnson that has never been used. It has stood at the back of a garage since purchased and left for 49 years. It must have been run in the Canadian factory as there are slight traces of carbon on the piston crowns. The original...
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    Johnson/Mariner/Mercury 3.3hp are they any good?

    Hello folks I have been looking for a replacement engine for my trusty old 80s 4hp Evinrude,as it is now looking a bit "dated". The Johnson 3.3 looks light weight and more modern, I was going to buy a good used one untill I saw the on- line parts list. The motor only seems to have one piston...
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    remind me please

    Hello I need a new top crankshaft for my 71 mfd 4hp Evinrude. I just cant remember how to view the Evinrude/Johnson on line parts drawings at Iboats. Can you remind me please........yes it could be old age. Thanks
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    Merc 7.5 leaking fuel

    Hi Have recently bought a 1985 Merc 7.5. Runs fine, BUT when I squeeze the primer bulb on fuel line and the carb becomes full fuel spurts out of a hole on the front face of the carb. There are 3 holes,two look like they are for fitting an air filter but above the right hand hole there is...
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    Mercury 7.5 thermostat

    Hi all Anyone know where to find the thermostat on the Mercury 7.5hp? 1986 year. You know I just cant find it. Must be one somplace as they listed in the merc spares section. Any ideas folks? Thanks ray.
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    3hp Help please

    Hello all. I own two 3hp motors, a Johnson and a Gale. Both are used regularly and run very well,in fact I am a big fan of these motors This autumn I decided to strip both for de-coke,new impellers and check over. All was fine until I got to piston rings (bores/cylinders OK,only .001"clearance...
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    Gale outboard questions

    Hi I own a 1962 Gale Buccaneer 3 hp outboard,and am often ask questions about it, as they are not a common engine here in England. Where these engines offered for sale in the UK? If so why,as OMC had a factory in Belgium that built Johnson/Evinrude motors for the European market. Another...
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    Johnson/gale 3 hp

    Hi I have just bought a Gale buccaneer/Johnson 3 hp. Model#3B11C SER#B55409. Yes you know what I am going to ask! Anyone know the year of manufacture? Thank you Ray
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    66 Johnson 3hp bit more advice please

    Hello all. My 3hp Johnson seems to be running too hot when run in garbage can full of water to the correct height. After a few minutes running the cylinder head is hot enough to burn your fingers if you hold it for a few seconds. Have fitted new impeller,and checked pump housing for wear. Will...
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    60s Johnson paint color.

    Hello all. Can anyone tell me if the cream paint on 60s Johnson's has a near match in auto spray paint. Or if you have re sprayed a cream Johnson what color did you use? Thank you Ray:)
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    1966 Johnson 3hp quick question

    Hello all. on the motor swivel bracket there is a screw to adjust the friction when turning/steering motor. On mine the screw bears on the top plastic bush. Is this correct or do I have a missing part ? Seems like there should be something to prevent the screw chewing up the top bush. If there...
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    1966 Johnson 3hp advice please

    Hello all. I have bought a seized 66 johnson 3hp model JH21E C504192. I just love the design of these motors. The leg has been removed and drive shaft is free to turn prop. So I have removed the exhaust cover/plugs and can see pistons,all looks ok in cylinder bores,but the crank is solid,only...
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    Campari mk 25 outboard

    Hi I have recently been given a Campari mk 25 air cooled single cylinder 2 stroke motor as a none runner. After replacing the condencer the motor now runs good. I am guessing its around 1 1/2 hp. I can find no information about these motors on the internet,and was wondering if anyone on this...
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    6hp Power Outlet Wiring

    Hello Folks. I have a 6hp Evinrude 65B66R/B07044. This model is fitted with a rubber power outlet socket. I would like to use this socket but need some help. There are 3 wires to the socket feeding back up to charging coils under flywheel,so I guess I need a rectifier ? Have looked in faqs and...
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