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    trolling motor wiring question

    I've got 4 gauge run from the stern to the bow. Need to connect trolling motor wires (10 or 12 gauge) to the 4. Not critical to be able to disconnect, so am considering permanent connection. I'd like to hear your thoughts on connecting the two different size wires. I've looked for step-downs...
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    where to get accurate boat values?

    Boat prices are all over the chart. Seems like just whatever the owner thinks it's worth. Two identical boats online can be THOUSANDS apart in asking price. The only place I know of to get a consistent value is NADA. Where do you folks go to get a baseline negotiating price? I've found a...
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    end of day fuel clear?

    I've owned outboards up to 55HP since 1980. Currently have a 50HP Johnson. I was told when buying my very first one to always run it out of fuel at the end of the day, would prevent all sorts of old fuel related problems. Now I do this still - go get the truck, back it in, jump in the boat...
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    1973 Johnson 50 running on only one cylinder

    I have a kinda weird issue with a 1973 electric start Johnson 50, model 50ESL73R. I runs on only one cylinder. Compression is good: 140 top, 135 bottom. New plugs, ignition tests fine with the old school tester, the Johnson tester with the 1/2" spark jump. Timing is good. New reed valves...
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    ID plate anywhere besides transom bracket?

    This is a 50ESL73R. I have changed out my transom bracket for a later model, from a 1982 50HP. Of course now the model and serial # info on the transom bracket don't match the motor or my registration (no title in 'Bama). Two questions: 1) is the serial number found anywhere else, like on the...
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    50 Johnson swivel bracket problem

    I disassembled my 50ESL73R to replace the bracket bushings and all of the soft parts, along with updated water pump, new shift rod and housing, et cetera. According to the parts diagrams available, I ordered two swivel bracket bushings, one for the top and one for the bottom. Well, I got in...
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    Exploded view! 50esl73r...

    Of all things to find busted, I had to find the lower rubber mounts busted. They were original and the fact they were shot was completely ignored by the PO. That of course led to destruction of top and bottom swivel bushings, seals, thrust washers. OMG. My garage looks just like an exploded...
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    1973 Johnny 50HP - need to disassemble swivel bracket

    Well, I guess it's time. The bottom swivel point is sloppy, top unknown till disassemble. Has anybody done this on this motor? Does the OEM manual cover this repair? The SELOC manual doesn't even mention it!!! Jim
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    re-attaching aluminum helm to aluminum hull question

    This is a new-to-me 1980 Terry bass boat, hull and structural all aluminum. The aluminum helm was originally pop-riveted to the interior aluminum side panel, which is of course ridiculously thin. The helm anchors in the floor are fine, screwed into the wooden deck, but ALL of the pop-rivets...
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    How far back from head to drill to add telltale?

    50ESL73R. Johnson 50HP 1973 model. I've seen the threads here and have ordered the parts to add the telltale to my old Johnny. Will mount in the top of the water jacket after removing lifting eye. Could one of you masters tell me approximately how far back from the head/block interface to...
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    add kill switch to 73 Johnny 50HP

    First, thank you (Johnson forum) for reminding me that safety for myself and my passenger(s) should not wait on the law to mandate it. I wear my helmet in Florida, even though it is a helmet-free state. Simple question, which kill switch would you buy for the 50ESL73R? Can it be wired right...
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    add kill switch to 73 Johnny 50HP

    I need to replace my push-to-choke ignition switch. It's just seen better days. Which OMC switch can I replace it with that includes the kill switch integral to the switch itself? Put a different way, what year model OMC switch can I use on my '73 so that a kill is incorporated into the...
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    New guy with old motor question

    New guy to the board. Been lurking for a few weeks, finally signed up. Topped my previous record today. Bought a 1973 Johnson 50 hp. I say I bought it, I pretty much bought a boat and trailer and the PO threw in the motor. I've got a zillion questions, most of which have already been...
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