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    1983 175 Johnson rebuild

    Guys, I have a 175 Johnson needing rebuilt. I'm in Oklahoma and looking for a reputable shop. I'm not opposed to doing this myself as I certainly have plenty of tools and have built several small blocks over the years. What makes me nervous is the initial fire up. That and I'm not sure who in...
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    fuel pump and/or power pack?

    I have an 83 175 Johnson. Rebuilt carbs to help with a bogging issue. Starts and idles better on muffs but still have a pop out the exhaust. Placed the timing light on the plug wires and it appears to be firing ok. Talked with a mechanic when I bought a new primer bulb and he said the pop could...
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    OEM Carb Kit???

    I have a 1983 Johnson 175 that appears to need the carbs rebuilt. I was about to order the Sierra kits form here but have read that they have been problems in the needle and seat areas as well as gaskets. Some have mentioned to use the OEM kits but haven't said where to buy them. The marine...
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    Time for a Rebuild?

    Hello all, new guy here. Here is my problem. I have a 1983 175 Johnson on an 18' F/S. My engine has a hesitation/bog while excellerating out of the marina. If I chock it (push in the key) it will recover, get up on plane and run well. My first thought was fuel pump. Ran a compression test and...
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