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    Installing Rectifier for 1997 70 hp Johnson Outboard

    Installed my new rectifier (Marineengine.com part # 585001 perfect match to old one) today but noticed it only had 4 wires instead of 5. Yellow,Yellow with Gray stripe,Gray, and Red. The old one had a purple wire. Does anyone know if the manufacturer made changes and the purple isn't needed? I...
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    Rectifier for 1997 Johnson 70 hp outboard

    Does anyone agree or have a solution for my dilemma? My outboard runs fine but last weekend the tach started reading incorrectly (jumping all over the dial from 3500 rpm to 7000 rpm all while only going about 2000 rpm) and the in dash volt meter indicated it was not charging properly (12.2 volts...
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    Spark Plugs for a 1997 Johnson 70 hp outboard

    Any ideas for the best spark plug for my 1997 70 hp Johnson 2 stroke outboard? Running NGK BR8HS with a gap of .35 for years only because I always replaced them with what was already there when I bought it years ago. Runs great but was wondering if it's the right plug,heat range and best plug...
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    1997 70 hp Johnson Check Engine Alarm

    Anyone have a answer? I just had a new water pump and electric tilt/trim motor put on my 1997 70 hp Johnson outboard. A week later at the beach (the first time I ran her) the "check engine" light came on after sitting overnight. My boat is equipped with a "System Check Engine Monitor" gauge. It...
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