1973 JOHNSON 70HP 3 cylinder running issues

jeffreydoctor

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I thought it was the CDI that needed to be replaced and so I did that and still it turns over but does not run. Here is the thing, when I hook up the negative wire off the coil to the post on the side of the distributor it fires and pops but still doesn't run. It also smelled like I burned something when I connected the wire and it popped. If you have an answer for me please email jeffreydoctor@hotmail.com or you can call me 916 709 0922 Thank you. :D
 

HighTrim

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Re: 1973 JOHNSON 70HP 3 cylinder running issues

Welcome to iboats.

Go to the FAQ and follow the advice in "Outboard Wont Start". It will be on page 2 of the FAQS. I would also test your rectifier as per your manual, as it sounds like you fried it. Let us know what you find.
 
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