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1976 Aerocraft mustang 1
140hp i/o
to put the trim up, you have to cross the terminals on the solenoid. is this a bad solenoid or bad trim switch?
also, the boat shuts off when going in reverse. i have to give it a little throttle then shift before it comes to a complete idle. i was told this...
boat: 1981 skeeter f16, 90hp johnson outboard.
the other day, i went to start the boat. the starter seemed weak, and it wouldnt turn fast enough to start. next thing i know, the ignition switch seemed powerless, and wouldnt even apply the electric choke. When i went to disconnect the battery...
installed a new shift lock out, and the fast idle lever wont return to its stationary position. it will move to the fast idle position, but not back to its normal position. the lever seems to be slightly too long (although identicle to the old part).
Started off replacing the ignition switch, and the broken part fell out of the housing. prior to this, the boat had no reverse, and was stiff to get into forwards. i'd like to know what these parts are technically called or where to purchase them so i can replace them. also, seeking info on the...
i have a 1980 (or around that year) Johnson 90 v4, when the boat is throttled up, the starter gear contacts the fly wheel just enough to create sparks. The starter engages fine. The gear appears to slide up the shaft, thus allowing contact between the parts. i have recently replaced the starter...
i have a 1980 (or around that year) Johnson 90 v4, when the boat is throttled up, the starter gear contacts the fly wheel just enough to create sparks. The starter engages fine. The gear appears to slide up the shaft, thus allowing contact between the parts. i have recently replaced the starter...
