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    25hp Tohatsu random loss of power

    I have a 2006 25hp Tohatsu two stroke that randomly loses power at WOT .It’s as if the throttle has been pulled back to 3/4 power .The loss of power lasts only a short period of time then motor surges again maybe for 1minute or 15 minutes. I took the boat out today for a two hour round trip and...
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    25hp 2 stroke fuel pump

    I'm about to service my 2006 25hp Tohatsu outboard and was wondering if it?s a good idea to replace/service the fuel pump .How long do fuel pumps last in general .The motor runs great but just want to keep on top of any maintenance issues as I tend to go on some long distance trips. Regards Kevin
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    Can you use Mercontrol box on a tohatsu outboard

    Has anyone used a old mercontrol forward contol box on a tohatsu motor(25hp 2006 2stroke)
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    Impellor question

    I changed the impellor on my outboard (25hp 2006 2 stroke) today .I put it in a barrel of water it didn't pump anything. I pulled the impellor apart and it look like it ran dry with small flats on the edge of the vanes. I flip the impellor over so flats where on the back end of the vanes and...
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    What oil to use

    I?m currently using gulf western TC-W3 2 stroke oil for my 2006 25hp Tohatsu outboard. It?s half the price of quicksilver 2 stroke oil but is it worth using a cheaper oil? There are so many different oils out there it gets a bit confusing what is the best oil to use for my outboard. What oil do...
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    Decarb aerosols sold in Australia

    I'm trying to find a decarb aerosol that I can spray into the carb of my outboard but can't seem to find anything here in Australia. If anyone could tell me where I could get a suitable product that I could buy here in Australia that would be appreciated ​Regards Kevin Regards Kevin
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    Why would my motor just stop

    I took my boat out today for the first time in about 4 weeks .I put fresh fuel in and outboard (25hp 2006 Tohatsu) and it was pumping plenty of water. I had been going for about 1hour with a few stops when suddenly while at WOT the motor just stopped. It didn?t miss, or seem to run out of fuel...
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    25 hp to 30 hp conversion 2006 2 stroke

    After reading many post on this and getting confused on how to change the timing from 20 to 25 degrees I have come to the conclusion that to do this conversion I need to 1- Change Gasket behind carby 2- Make sure throttle is opening all the way by adjusting stopper(This automatically advances...
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    Gasket sealant

    I'm about to replace the thermostat on my Tohatsu outboard and was wondering if you use gasket sealant in conjunction with a new gasket? ​Regards Kevin
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    control box

    Would a mercury control box like this one work with cables suitable for a tohatsu 25hp (model m25c3 / year 2006)
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    forward control compatibility

    Just wondering if you could use Johnson/Evinrude forward controls on a 25hp Tohatsu motor Regards Kevin
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    Transom height for 25hp 2006 tohatsu

    I'm looking at replacing my old Johnson with a short shaft 25hp 2006 Tohatsu 2 stroke but can't find what the specs are for the shaft length.My current motor measures 17.5 inches with is just right ,any shorter and I could have problems.I know that short shafts vary from about 17.5 to 15...
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    Tohatsu 25HP 2006

    I am looking at getting a second hand 2006 25hp Tohatsu outboard as an upgrade for my 1962 Johnson 28hp .From what I have heard it seems Tohatsu motors are tough and reliable, so I wondering if the 2006 motors have any inherent issues I should look out for? Regards Kevin
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    Jumping out of gear again

    I recently replaced the forward gear, clutch dog and prop shaft in my 28hp 1962 Johnson outboard. Now after about 10 hours use it has started jumping out of gear again. Could it be a linkage problem as I hoping it’s not a gearbox problem .I have noticed that when first getting up on the plan...
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    Motor won't stop

    I could not stop my 1962 28hp outboard using the stop switch. I have decided to replace the switch and move it to the front of the boat as I have forward controls. The problem is that after removing the old switch and testing it with a millimeter it seems to be working ok. I don’t have time to...
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    Prop shaft seal question

    I have a new prop shaft seal for my 1962 28hp outboard of which I have a few questions. It’s a bit different from the original and I’m hoping that pressing it into the housing as per the photo is the correct orientation. Also the seal is a lot thinner than the original and was wondering if you...
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    Do I have the right part

    I have just received a new reverse gear and clutch dog for my 28hp 1962 Johnson. The clutch dog appears to have much bigger lugs than the old clutch dog. I?m hoping that the old clutch dog has been machined at some stage and the new one will work. The part number of the new clutch dog is correct...
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    Blocked oil/unburnt fuel drain

    I'm waiting for parts before I can reassemble the lower unit on my outboard(28hp 1962 Johnson).I have noticed what I think is a drain hole that would let out left over water and unburnt fuel and oil once the boat is removed from the water. The hole is small and is situated close to the shift rod...
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    Prop shaft wear

    After pulling the gearbox apart on my motor (1962 28hp) the prop shaft has small groove in it. Its right where the prop shaft seal rubs against the shaft and I'm not sure if it?s normal or I should be worried about it. The groove is very narrow and even, it almost looks like it may have been...
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    Gearbox Reseal Questions

    I'm going through the process of resealing the gearbox on my 1962 28hp outboard and have a couple of questions . 1- Can I use Permatex Aviation Form-A-Gasket Sealant Liquid - No. 3 to seal the gearbox .I can only get 3M 847 in a large can at a cost of $65 .The Permatex comes in a small...
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