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  1. DargelJohn

    1989 Johnson 88 SPL won't go into gear

    Re: 1989 Johnson 88 SPL won't go into gear No need to pull the carbs...My current motor is a '96 88SPL and I've done this job before. Take your time... Disconnect the shift cable (Green arrow), pull the clip out (Yellow arrow), then push in and twist the shift arm (Red arrow). On...
  2. DargelJohn

    shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson

    Re: shift rod disconnect 115 EL77S Johnson Does your shift linkage look like this? If so, Disconnect the shift cable (Green arrow), pull the clip out (Yellow arrow), then push in and twist the shift arm (Red arrow). On reinstallation, I use a straightened clothes hanger, with a small hook...
  3. DargelJohn

    Connecting a Remote Starting Switch

    1996 Johnson 88 SPL - Can anyone tell me the correct way to connect the alligator clips from a remote starter switch to this motor. Thanks
  4. DargelJohn

    RPM problems on throttle - Please, can you help?

    Re: RPM problems on throttle - Please, can you help? Ok, If you have adjusted the spark advance arm, as part of setting the idle, your spark advance is now out of adjustment. Spark Advance is only set @ WOT. You can follow this procedure to reset the spark advance...
  5. DargelJohn

    Rigging Johnson 88 SPL Shift Problems

    I am rigging a 1996 88 SPL and I am having an issue with the control cables. The range of motion is too great on the shift cable. The gears are binding in forward and reverse. If I move the shift arm manually, the gears feel fine. When I connect the cable and use the binnacle, it pushes the...
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