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    Evinrude Simplex Control Box Knobs

    I've got an older (late 70's/early 80's) Simplex control box. It has throttle control and shift control. There are 2 knobs on it that I do not know how they function. One knob is on the bow side of the box and is labeled "Idle/Stop". The other is on top of the box. I can only make out "Throttle"...
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    1983 50hp Carb Needle Initial Setting???

    Model# 6308902, 50hp. Just finished rebuilding the 2 Tillotson Carbs on my son-in-law's motor. On the upper rear left of each carb we replaced the small spring and needle. I'm not sure if they are for air adjustment or fuel adjustment. I looked them up on a parts diagram, but they are not...
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    '68 Johnsonn FD-22M Still Won' Start

    Got a lot of help from you folks late July/early August, but to no avail. Here's what I have done: 1. New coils (tested good) 2. New points (clean, gapped to 0.20) 3. New condensers 4. New plug wires 5. New plugs (gapped to 0.30, good, crisp, strong blue spark with spark tester) 6. Compression...
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    '68 Johnsonn FD-22M Compression Problem

    Rebuilt this motor and finally got around to checking the compression today.... unfortunately, I have 65 psi on the top and 105 on the bottom... Now, I know the readings should be within 10% of each other but my question is this, will the motor start? and if so, will the motor be alright? Or do...
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    '68 Johnsonn FD-22M 20Hp Proper Fuel/Oil Mix???

    I'm a little confused on this item... just what is the :1proper fuel/oil mix for the above motor? I have seen 24:1 and 50:1. Thanks in advance for the help.. Bob
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    '55 Johnson QD-16 Ignition Woes... Help Please

    Can't get a spark on either cylinder for this motor! I have new coils, condensers, points, plug wires. Originally, I installed these on another motor and had spark. Couldn't get the motor running, so i brought these over to the QD-16. Found no spark yesterday so this morning I uninstalled the...
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    '59 Evinrude #10018 10hp Cam Follower Linkage Problem

    Yes, some of you may have read that I have an FD-22M causing me problems. I put that on hold for now and am trying to finish up work on the above motor. I have worked on several motors over the past 2 yrs or so and disconnected/reconnected the cam follower linkage to the throttle shaft linkage...
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    '68 Johnsonn FD-22M 20Hp Won't Start

    Hey Guys! I have spent the past 6 months or so overhauling this motor. Originally bought it from P.O. who stated it ran fine last time he had it out, but it had been sitting in his garage for 2 yrs after that. I bought it and did the following: -Replaced coils, condensers, points, plugs, plug...
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    Minn Kota Riptide RT55B Trolling Motor Test

    Bought a boat with the above motor on it. My question is: Can I test it out of water to see if it runs? I've seen some articles that say certain trolling motors need to be in water to run. Unfortunately, I can't test this one in a barrel, my trailer is in the way when I drop the motor. Anyway...
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    '68 Johnsonn FD-22M 20Hp Throttle Stop Screw Adjustment

    Dumb question, but haven't been able to find the answer to this: What is the purpose of what I believe is called the Throttle Stop Screw? It is part# 84 on the L/U Diagram on Crowley Marine & MarineEngine. Also, if it needs adjustment, can you explain the adjusting procedure to me....Thanks in...
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    HELP!!! Need a Johnson FD-22M Powerhead

    Hope someone can help me out here... I'm looking for a Power Head for a '68 Johnson FD-22M 10Hp. Just started tearing down one that I bought in Florida before moving up here to Illinois. Wanted to check out the PowerHead, Impellor, and Prop Shaft Gears. After much struggling I got the PowerHead...
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    '59 Evinrude 10018 10Hp Prop Shaft Won't Rotate

    Hey all, just finished overhaulin' this awesome motor! Problem is this: I have the exhaust housing and complete lower unit put back together but can't get the prop shaft to rotate in forward or reverse. It will rotate in neutral, but that is it. I have taken it apart twice now and can't find...
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    Converting '68 Johnson FD-22M 20Hp to Electric Start

    I am looking to convert this motor to electric start. I have a new starter, starter bracket, solenoid, and ignition wiring for it. My question is this: do I need a Junction Box? I have researched this on the forum and in my service manual but can't determine if it is necessary. Any help would be...
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    Single Line Fuel Conversion

    I have researched this but find conflicting information. I have a '68 Johnson 20Hp FD-22M that I would like to convert to single line fuel. I have done it before but with the Mikuni pump and blocking one of the holes in the manifold. I think I'd like to do the conversion through the intake...
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    Trolling Motor Battery Hookup

    Bought a used boat and trailer several weeks ago and am in the process of cleaning it all up, painting, and looking at hooking up my accessories. The boat came with a Minn Kota Riptide trolling motor on the front fishing deck. The motor comes with a 'foot on/off switch'. The previous owner had...
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    Trolling Motor Battery Hookup

    Bought a used boat and trailer several weeks ago and am in the process of cleaning it all up, painting, and looking at hooking up my accessories. The boat came with a Minn Kota Riptide trolling motor on the front fishing deck. The motor comes with a 'foot on/off switch'. The previous owner had...
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    Part# for 1968 Johnson 20HP Starter Motor Bracket

    I have researched everywhere I can think of and can not find this answer. Can anyone point me in the direction of where I can a hold of a starter bracket for this motor? Any help will be appreciated. Thank-you. Bob
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    What is the weight of my 1984 Malibu Fiberglass boat?

    I recently purchased what I believe to be a 1984 13.5Ft Malibu fiberglass boat with a trailer. The axle needs to be replaced but for the life of me I can't figure out the weight of the boat. I have spent numerous hours online trying to find this out with no results. Is there anyone out there who...
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    How much does my 1984 Malibu boat weigh?

    Just bought a new to me boat and trailer. Best I can tell the boat is a 13ft Fiberglass 1984 Malibu. I have spent many hours trying to determine the weight of the boat with no success. I am looking for the weight because the axle needs to be replaced and I want to make sure I purchase the proper...
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    Fuse Panel Installation Advice

    I have a 1984 Malibu fiberglass tri-hull that I want to install a fuse panel in. I will be hooking the following items up to it: 1. 1984 Evinrude 15Hp motor 2. Minn Kota Riptide 55lb thrust trolling motor on/off switch (motor has its own battery though) 3. Minn Kota 34lb thrust trolling motor 4...
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