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    Hard Steering, Left or right???

    Hi everyone... got a steering problem.<br /><br />Just replaced my transom, rotted out.. 1986 Bayliner Capri, factory used 3/4" plywood, I used 1 1/2" plywood.. LOTS BETTER...<br /><br />When I purchased the boat last August the steering was REALLLY hard when going any faster than "no wake." I...
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    Johnny wont run steady at WOT

    Got a 1968-69 Johnny, last year overheated... got all fixed.. this year when starting it has a drop in rpm's at wot by prolly about 200rmps... when acts like someone is turning on and off a light switch.. this is how fast the rpm's vary, stays at either rpm for 'bout 4 secs. but idles very nice...
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    1986 Force Rectifier

    Having problems getting my starter to engage. I have a dead short from the rectifier. If I remove the ground wire from it, all seems to be fine, except the starter spins but will not engage... should the ground wire from the rectifier have power?? never seen this before... first time trying to...
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    1986 Force Rectifier

    Having problems getting my starter to engage. I have a dead short from the rectifier. If I remove the ground wire from it, all seems to be fine, except the starter spins but will not engage... should the ground wire from the rectifier have power?? never seen this before... first time trying to...
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    86 Force Starting Probs.

    I'm trying to get my 86 Force to start. I haven't had it going this year. I located a "short" in a (not sure what it's called) "rectifier" I think. This little black square unit has a battery wire, a tach wire, a ground wire, and a green wire that goes under the fly wheel. When I leave the black...
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    Battery dead short somewhere??

    Hi guys.. long time no problems...<br /><br />I have just redone my Bayliner capri, 16'. New transom, seats, carpet... the works. I just installed everything, now to the engine wiring for hood up... now I got problems!!!<br /><br />I have a dead short somewhere, but I'm not an electrician..<br...
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    Transom Trim, under motor

    Sorry guys not sure where to post this...<br /><br />I'm redoing my transom on my Bayliner 16' Capri. The trim that is on the top of the transom, but under the motor mount clamp is discontinued by Bayliner... Anyone got any ideas where to find these two pieces of trim... ?? Any help greatful.<br...
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    Devil's Lake, ND

    Hi guys, got fishing trip scheduled with 3 guys. We're staying at a camp resort on the north ,north/west side.. Looking for a good place to get some perch, walley's, and ??? whatever else gets hooked... Any help were to go.. Thanks for any advice.<br /> :rolleyes: :confused: :confused...
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    Wont Plane out??

    Hello everyone,, been 'bout 8 months since had anything to post.. BUT... all good things must come to an end.<br /><br />When I put my 1968 Johnny 55 3cyl away last year it wouldn't go to plane. It jumped out of the hole, but bogged down right away. It kept running, but wouldn't go fast. In...
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    Replacing trailer Lights

    Hiya all, looking for information on trailer lighting. Mine are kinda old, corroded, etc... Am interested in replacing with LED's instead of the same ole' stuff.. Anyone got any idea's where to get a cheaper light.. round, rectangle, square...dont matter... Thanks in advance..<br /><br />Jc...
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    Pulling to Right...BAD!!

    Hiya, second time using iboats... love this place.<br /><br />Just purchased a 1986 Bayliner Capri with an 85hp Force, all is very good, but when under power the boat pulls VERY HARD to the right. I turned the Torque tab left and right.. nothing helps, only gets worse so put in the middle for...
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    goggleye5728 Wiring Diragram for Johnson

    Hiya goggleye5728, Just seen you post for a wiring diragram for a merc... I've been looking for a site like that for a 68-69 Johnsnon.. any ideas???<br /><br />Thanks, Jc
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    1969 Johnson Electric Shift??

    I just replaced the impeller on my 68 Johnson 55hp 3cyl. The old one had spun off of the center shaft bushing. Before replacing this, I did notice that the prop would not "Free Spin" while the engine was off, is this normal for electric shift. NOW.. after replacing the Impeller, when I start the...
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    Impeller Replacement, 68 Johnny 55hp

    With all your help from a different question, I have been able to track my motor age to a 1968 or 1969. This is a Johnson 55hp, 3cyl.<br /><br />Anyway, I would like to change the Impeller due to an over heat problem, and age anyway. Does anyone have any idea, if on the net, where I can get this...
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    What year, and Water Pump issue

    Hi guys. Been reading your forums for 'bout 2 months now.. lots of great info. Keep up the good work!<br /><br />I have a Johnson that I think over heated (no buzzer - but stopped dead in the water). Took off the cover and smoke everywhere, and smelled very hot to! Finaly cooled down about 2hrs...
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