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    40:1 vs. 50:1 oil mix??

    This actually applies to all outboards, but I'm running an older Johnson, so I'll ask it here. I know the recommended oil mix for a 1971 johnson 50 is 50:1, but I'm paranoid about a motor of this "vintage" burning up on me. Would running a 40:1 mix be a good "safety margin" or am I just...
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    1972 Evinrude 65hp -- Repair or Replace.

    Hello All, new to the board and just "aquired" a 15' runaboat with a 1972 Evinrude 65 attached. The powerhead seems fine, good spark and compression all around, starts and runs just fine, however there seem to be some problems with the lower unit. When engaging either forward or reverse, all...
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