On the tiller arm there are two threaded holes to attach the steering linkage. The linkage is currently in the hole closest to the motor. I have a bit of play, even after replacing the streering box and cable with a No Feed Back system. Any ideas if moving the linkage out to the furthest hole...
Two years ago I had the 1990 150 VRO completly rebuilt due to salt obstructions in the cooling system. My mechanic talked me into replacing the disabled VRO pump as part of the rebuild.
The engine smokes and uses way too much oil from the resevior in my opinion. I have taken the motor back...
Just opened up the boat for the season and it appears to have a charging issue. Had the boat on the lake for the entire weekend and noticed the battery volyage was only 11.2v, the entier time. Engine off, engine on 1000rpm or 4000rpm. Never had a starting problem and ran the stereo, GPS, and...
"When tilting the motor fully
"When tilting the motor fully up it dumps a few ounces of oil/fuel mix into the motor well. Is this normal? My mechanic who rebuilt the motor last year feels it is not unusual.
Aside form making a mess, it becomes a dangerous place to step as it is very...
"My Johnson outboard model num
"My Johnson outboard model number is VJ150TXESB.
So V=? J=Johnson, 150=150HP, T=?, X=?, E=?,S=?, B=?
Is there a general name for this engine, like: Looper, FITCH, etc..
Thanks, Mark"
"I just picked up a 1990 fiber
"I just picked up a 1990 fiberglass bay boat that has the green bonding wires for both the metal fuel fill and plastic tank terminate at the negative battery cable. The motor is a Johnson 150 OB, is this the path to ground thru the negative wiring?
Does this...
"I bought a 1985 Bayliner Capr
"I bought a 1985 Bayliner Capri with a 50 hp Force that would not run. After adjusting the timing an replacing the carburator float, it finally runs.
The USCG plate limits the weight capacity to 1000lbs including engine, persons, and gear. With two (250lbs...
"Does anyone know how many 
"Does anyone know how many "Poles" there are to this engine. Looks like tachs are set up for engines with 4,6,8,10, or 12 poles to determine rpm's.
Thanks,
Mark"
"I have a 1986 50hp Force that
"I have a 1986 50hp Force that streams fuel out of the vent on the starboard side of the carb when idling. It will eventually flood the engine and stall, unless I quickly place in gear and throttle up. Once running at full throttle, the stream ceases, but will...