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    Ignition problems-what did I do???

    I recently purchased an 1966 johnson 20hp outboard motor and have been having issues with it running on idle. I rebuilt the carburetor which helped but didnt solve the problem. I then checked the iginition system and noticed that one plug only gave intermitant spark. I then pulled the flywheel...
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    Weird High speed needle???

    I just picked up a 1966 Johnson 20 hp outboard motor and am having issues with it idleing. It coughs at low speeds then dies. I tried rebuilding the carburetor and while doing this noticed that the end of high speed needle valve was flat. Is this right? The low speed needle valve has a nice...
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    1966 Johnson 20hp Low Idle

    Hello everyone! Im just starting to get into outboard motor repair and have found this site a great resource. I have 20hp 1966 johnson outboard that is having issues idleing down low. I have rebuilt the carburetor, which helped, but did not solve the problem. At low speeds it coughs and jerks...
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