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    Oil leak ABOVE the lower unit? 90hp 1983 Johnson 2stroke (J90TLCTE)

    Hi All, I've recently gotten a 90hp 1983 Johnson 2-stroke running. Issues were all related to fuel, and after replacing the fuel pump, all fuel lines, and rebuilding the carbs (twice - the first time I used off-brand gaskets and they deformed, the second time I used Johnson OEM gaskets and they...
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    1983 Johnson 90HP: runs if I increase the throttle on start, but dies in idle

    Hi All, I realize this is a question that has been asked a million times, but I think I've covered a number of the standard bases. My 1983 Johnson 90hp has newly cleaned/rebuilt carbs, new fuel lines, a new Johnson OEM fuel pump, spark, and it pisses well. I just replaced the fuel pump, and...
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    Electric Troller as a Backup

    Hi All, I'm considering putting on an electric trolling motor as an emergency backup to get me to shore in the event that I get stranded. I have an 18' Starcraft Starchief (1964), with a 1983 90HP Johnson (about 300lbs), and the hull is rated for 7 adults (though I don't expect to have more...
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    Johnson 90HP (1983) died in first sea trial

    HI All, I bought an '83 Johnson 90hp outboard, and both when purchasing it, and then later at home before going out to the bay, I tested it to make sure that it started. The seller said that it was in good condition and could be used right away, and foolishly: I believed him. I launched and...
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    value of a 1973 Mercury Thunderbolt 650

    Hi All, A friend gave me a boat with a 1973 Thunderbolt 650 on it. It looks great inside, no rusting and the spark plugs look good, was winterized and left outside for many years. Some of the wiring inside had disintegrated so I replaced that, and the battery wires are in bad shape so I haven't...
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