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Here goes. I dont' have details about this motor (not mine), but it is a Johnson in the 25 HP range, prob mid 80's. The boat was tied at the dock with the motor up. The next morning, it is down. it will not tilt back up (can hear the tilt running, sounds like it should but nothing happens)...
I have a bent propeller shaft. What is involved in replacing it ie( special tools and other parts that have to be replaced). I just got this boat and have a repair manual on the way, but I am trying to get a jump on this issue.
Also, what are the risk of running with the bent shaft?
This motor sat for about three years and was running horribly at first. I have changed the tank, cleaned the carbs and such. The motor runs very well now except for one problem. At WOT, the boat will run for about 75 yards and then die as if it is running out of fuel. It will then start...
