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  1. BlueBeast

    90 hp Sport Jet WOT not going anywhere!

    I have a 90 hp Sport Jet/Force in a 1994 Dynasty Jet Storm. At full throttle the engine surges and revs really loud but I have no power. Its like its out of gear. It starts and idles fine. I can give it about half throttle and the bow comes out of the water. But at full throttle Im moving the...
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    Does the water hook up need to be plugged when in the water? 90hp Sport Jet

    Does the water hose hookup need to be plugged when out on the water?
  3. BlueBeast

    1994 Sport Jet 90 hp What am I looking at?

    I just got this boat. What I am I looking at? Is this a conversion kit? I've read through the forums and understand these motors have ignition problems. The previous owner gave me a second red stator and regulaor which is on the motor. Does the wiring look right? I have no spark on all 3...
  4. BlueBeast

    4.3 L Cobra Shift rod not engaging?

    1989 Four Winns Freedom 4.3 L OMC Cobra The positions of the shift rod on the lower unit are what? Is all the way up neutral, middle forward, and all the way down reverse? I can turn the prop shaft freely either way in all positions. In the all the way down position I can see the the vertical...
  5. BlueBeast

    Need a 1976 Johnson Control Box Replacement

    I need a replacement for a 1976 johnson control box. What will work with the cables I have for this box? I have a 1976 Johnson Seahorse 55HP. Thanks
  6. BlueBeast

    1976 55 HP Johnson Control Box Locked Up

    Hi, I cannot move the lever into reverse. It just locks up like its hitting a bolt or something. I don't understand it was working fine unit I reinstalled it back on the the panel after re doing the interior of my boat. Anyone have any idea whats wrong before I start taking this thing apart? Thanks
  7. BlueBeast

    What is vintage?

    I have a 85 HP Chrysler model number 8571 serial 2626. I believe this is an earlier model. Does anyone know anything about this outboard or what it is worth?
  8. BlueBeast

    85 HP Chrysler, What to look for?

    Hi this weekend I am going to look at a 85 HP Chrysler outboard. I do not know the year or model number. I plan on doing a visual inspection and hopefully a compression check. What are some things I should ask or look for with this outboard? What should the compression test read in each of the...
  9. BlueBeast

    What is this wire?

    This on my 1976 Johnson Seahorse model number 55EL76E, serial number E4473745 It looks like a ground for something but mine looks like its been burnt through. Anybody know what it is?
  10. BlueBeast

    Engine surges and fuel line bulb deflates then engine dies

    1976 Johnson Seahorse model number 55EL76E, serial number E4473745 I was out on the water the other day and my engine cut out. The engine started good and I took off. About a mile later, the engine cut on and off and on and off just jerking the boat. I noticed the fuel line bulb was deflated...
  11. BlueBeast

    1976 Johnson Seahorse Max Power

    Ive got a 1976 Johnson Seahorse model number 55EL76E, serial number E4473745. I finally got a chance to put it in the water and see how it runs. Now I am interested in getting the most power out of it. Its on a 1969 Chrysler and I would like to ski or tube behind it. Does anyone have any...
  12. BlueBeast

    Fubar times 2

    1976 Johnson Seahorse model number 55EL76E, serial number E4473745 I am trying to drop my lower unit to replace the water pump. I have disconnected the shift linkage and removed one of the lower unit bolts(hidden bolt). All 4 of the lower units bolts and the trim tab bolt I tried to remove but...
  13. BlueBeast

    Help Disconnecting the shift rod linkage

    1976 Johnson Seahorse model number 55EL76E, serial number E4473745 I am trying to drop my lower unit to replace the water pump. I am not sure where to disconnect the shift rod. Here are some pictures. If anyone can point out which bolt needs to be removed it would help out a lot.
  14. BlueBeast

    Where is the gear the linkage on this model?

    1976 Johnson Seahorse model number 55EL76E, serial number E4473745 I have to drop the lower unit and I know I have to disconnect the linkage before or during the drop.
  15. BlueBeast

    Fubar

    I broke the heads of the bolts holding on my lower unit. I was just trying to replace the impeller. Is my engine toast now?:mad: 1976 Johnson Seahorse model number 55EL76E, serial number E4473745
  16. BlueBeast

    Anode Bolt???

    My 1976 Johnson Seahorse has a rounded anode bolt I believe. It's the bolt on the lower unit holding the little fin or trim tab in place. Can I replace it?
  17. BlueBeast

    Chrysler Steering mount corroded

    Does any one know where I can order a new one? Its the mount on the transom.
  18. BlueBeast

    I cant get the lower unit off!

    On my 1976 Johnson Seahorse, the 4 bolts are extremely tight. There isn't enough clearance either for most of my sockets or wrenches. Is there a special tool I need? Has anyone else had this problem?
  19. BlueBeast

    Put in Gear to drop lower unit?

    I need to replace my impeller on my 1976 Seahorse. Do I need to put the engine in forward or reverse to drop the lower unit? Does it make it easier?
  20. BlueBeast

    Replacing Impeller/ Lower unit removal clearance 1976 Seahorse

    I finally got my 1976 Seahorse to start up today after both the carbs where broken down and cleaned and assembled with new gaskets. Now my engine is not pissing. My buddy saw dirt and bits shoot out of the **** hole. So now I am going to try and drop the lower unit and inspect the water tubes...
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