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    58 Johnson 18hp Carb Kit Question

    OK - I got the carb kit for my 1958 Johnson 18 hp FD-12. Now, when I took the thing apart these are the pieces I expected to replace: Gasket between carb and engine Gasket between top and bottom halves of carb Packing for low speed adjust (pain to scrape out) Packing for high speed adjust (pain...
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    1958 Johnson 18 hp starting issues

    OK - I just replaced coils, points, condensors and wires. Now for getting her started. I should add that I know nothing about this motor - a 58' Johnson 18 hp (FD-12). Here's what I have done without success. 1. Engine in neutral 2. pump the gas tank primer button (double line) until filter is...
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    OMC Seadrive 205 hp

    I am considering a 1986 Grady White with an OMC Seadrive with 205 hp engine. What is this? Limited research suggests that it was one of the first full transom brackets but that the engine was not that great. I also read that parts for the seadrive are v. difficult to source? The powerhead has...
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    Soak a Carb in what?

    I am using lacquer thinner. How is that diff from "Carb Dip" chemicals?....will lacquer thinner work? Thanks
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    Points Parts - Replacement Question

    Hi. I have replaced the points, condensors and coils on my 1958 Johnson 18 hp (FD-12). In each package containing the parts for the points there was a little fuzzy / felt pad, maybe 1/4" x 1/2". What is this and where does it go? I didn't see anything like it during tear down......but I did...
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    Picked up a 58 Johnson Seahorse 18

    Hi. Thought I would introduce myself since I'm sure I'll be on here quite a bit as I get this 58 Johnson Seahorse 18 back up and running. It will power a Carolina Skiff J12 - hopefully better than my Merc 9.9. I found the "Top Secret" files which proved helpful in removing the flywheel. The...
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