The engine is a 2000 70 hp johnson that has been nothinbg but trouble since the day I bought it --new <br /><br />Prop just stopped turning today - all linkage seems to be working -- I can turn the prop by hand when in gear WITH PRESSURE -- any suggestions on what the problem might be <br />Light grounding about 1 hour before - - engine did not stall<br /><br />I had to get towed - 10 miles = $485.00 but I have boat us towing ---<br />thank god for that <br /><br />I TOLD THE mechanic to replace the water pump too - I figured that would go soon - HE SAID AROUND $300.00 WHICH SOUNDS SORT OF HIGH TO ME<br /><br />OTHER PROBLEMS <br />vro PUMP WENT BAD in 2002 --- would not rev over 3900 - said a hole in the pump caused the plugs to foul ????????????? - $590.00<br /><br />Steering cables froze up June 2003 ( i use the boat at least three times a month ) more like 5 or six times - $400.00<br /><br />engine went completely out of tune - 3 months old --- $500.00 - Still under warrany but Johnson would only reimburse me $238.00 <br /><br />Will NEVER buy another Johnson Evinrude again<br />unless they give a 100% unconditional 5 year guarantee -- Yeah I know -- "Dream On"<br /><br />Bill <br />Cape Coral FL