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    1966 Johnson 9.5hp (MQ-12A)

    The early motors with the shaking that Crosbyman was referring to are the 1964/65 models. Dad had a '65 from new & later had it retrofitted with a special "Vibration Isolation Kit" installed at the dealer waaayy back. I've piloted many 9½ OMC turtlebacks but dad's well-used motor was actually...
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    Badge for cowling

    One possibility is a reproduction epoxy decal carried by nymarine.ca. http://nymarine.ca/EVINRUDEmedallions.html
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    New motor!

    I'd be curious as to the prop you are using on the 6. Those motors from 1966 through 1979 can use the same props (1965 6 & the earlier 5½ used a different prop due to the new slip-hub) and with the long run they enjoyed they offered a larger diameter lower pitch version that would be good for...
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    What thinketh the membership here..... Useful or just hype

    A very simple addition we used on our old E-Z Loader trailer were non-skid strips along the frame where you might step during loading. It probably saved my teeth at some point.
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    '69 johnson hydro electric shift V4

    I admire your determination Maxwell. Your motor looks like a decent example. You are getting great advice from experienced members here. Better yet, it is free. Also, good luck with your exams!
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    1947 Johnson HD 25

    Watch for excessive clearance on the bearings. For a bronze bushed motor, especially a rotary-valve type such as the HD it relegates it to display purposes. It'll never run right if worn out, and since they are hand-reamed, they don't have the possibility of replaceable bearing inserts to...
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    Engine color codes- 62 Johnson “warm white.”

    Technically those motors are 2-tone, although you don't tend to notice unless you look. The powerhead, midsection & lower unit are a dirty white called "French Silver", part # was 172744, while the cowl is "Warm White" part # was 172750
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    1976 Evinrude - Metal vs. plastic water pump housing?

    I thought that OMC originally sold metal pump housings as "H.D. Chrome Water Pump" for silt-laden or salt water. I've got one new in the box for my 9½. I am guessing the stock aluminum housing & the chrome version aren't the same thing. Mine looks cast & iridescent, not shiny like bumper chrome.
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    what is going on.....

    The BRP Canada website is up. I was able to search for parts.
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    Revived 3hp Johnson!

    It is rewarding to get one of these running. They are smooth & sweet little motors. Dad bought one brand new like yours, a 1967 3-horse folding weedless, and didn't even use it until it was 8 years old. The weedless skeg works like a charm in the weeds. The pressed aluminum fuel tank on the...
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    Help IDing a Johnson

    The gas tank from the 5.5 can be used on a 9.9. Other than that... Even the spark plugs are different. Maybe the drain & fill plugs from the lower unit can be?
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    1954 10HP Johnson crank question

    It appears from the diagram that the o-ring (7) sets in the groove in the middle of the bearing (8). It probably has to stretch A LITTLE to fit snug.
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    1970 4HP Johnson

    Oops, I blew it during the last edit due to technical difficulties. For 1964 OMC (Johnson Evinrude Gale) started claiming all their motors ran the new 50:1 TCW-1 grade 2-cycle oil (that OMC started selling that year, made by Castrol). It was true for fully roller bearing motors. The 3-horse...
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    1970 4HP Johnson

    For 1964 OMC (Johnson Evinrude Gale) started claiming all their motors ran the new 50:1 TCW-1 grade 2-cycle oil (that OMC started selling that year, made by Castrol). It was true for fully roller bearing motors. The 3-horse became the 4 but was only partially fitted with roller bearings through...
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    What year

    I concur it sure looks like a 1975 model, and a fine motor overall. The 20 was not available in the U.S in 1975 but it was in Canada with a built-in 45 watt a/c generator.
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