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    89 Johnson 60 HP cooling question

    Motor has not been run for any period of time for last couple of years. I just installed new impeller and started motor up with garden hose attached. It starts and runs good. Cooling seems to be taking place as I can easily keep my finger on heads with engine running but there is very little...
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    89 Cajun Steering Cable problem

    Can't seem to get my steering cable (rack & pinion) to loosen up and am wondering if any of you can give me some help -- How to remove old cable? Where to look for current cable length/part number? Best way to install replacement cable? Thanks for your help.
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    89 Johnson 60 HP 3-cyl shift disconnect

    How do I disconnect the shift rod from motor to replace impeller? All I have worked on before were straight at top (under carbs) but this one has offset which makes me wonder if it will drop down through it's opening with gear housing unit? Or, does it disconnect for maintenance work somewhere...
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    Cajun boat information

    Just bought 1989 Cajun 16' Travis Edition boat and need information. Anybody know or can tell me how to determine fuel tank capacity? Also, is small plastic tank near battery compartment for motor oil? It appears to be connected to fuel tank. Can't find manual for the boat. Would appreciate...
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    Starting problem 77 Evinrude 85 hp V4

    Motor will not start until flammable liquid is sprayed into carb. After cutting motor off, can restart easily unless several minutes have passed. Then must again spray start fluid into carb. With motor not running and tilted up, noticeable fuel mixture comes out from lower part of carb...
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    Wiring Ignition Switch

    I am installing a new ignition switch in a OMC remote control (Evinrude outboard). I need help in knowing where wires fasten to switch terminals. Color of wires are: Yellow, Purple (violet), Black w/ yellow stripe, Large Red, Black, and Purple (violet) w/ white stripe. Terminals on switch are...
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    control cable adapters

    My '77 Evinrude Pilot Remote Control was worn out. Replaced it with a used OMC later model which requires different connectors. My cables are in very good condition. Can anyone tell me where I can buy adapters for my cables that will attach them to the OMC control unit. Also, what to ask...
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    Installing waterpump function indicator

    My '77 Evinrude 85 HP, model 875799S, only has heat-sensor horn to warn of overheating. I've heard that a small tube from water jacket can be installed to serve as backup to horn. Can someone tell me best place where the hole should be drilled and threaded to install this feature?
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    Cal Co Power Trim cylinder leaks

    One of the cylinders on my outboard power trim is leaking badly at its top. Is there a repair kit available and is it a do-it-yourself job? If not, is there a company that rebuilds them?
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    Is water pump working?

    Just started my 1977 Evinrude 85 HP outboard (model 85799S) and am not sure the temperature alarm is working. Does this unit expel water from some part of the motor or lower unit back side if the impeller is in good working condition? If not, is there any other way to tell if the engine is...
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    Connecting wires to Ignition switch

    I am replacing a defective ignition switch on a 1977 Evinrude 85 HP outboard, Model #85799S and need to know which wire goes to each terminal on the switch. Wires are colored as follows: Red, Black, Purple, Purple/White, White, Yellow/Black. Switch terminals are designated for: Magneto Circuit...
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