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I am having on hand a Johnson 70hp. The model no. reads 70ESL74M. So, it's supposed to be a 1974. I am supprised that it actually has an electricshift system w/2 wires going into the lower unit. I look at the ignition diagram and more supprised that it's used only one ignition coil which looks like an auto one. It does not have any spark. I did a couple test following Joe Reeves' instruction helping other boaters out on this site (disconnect the black/white wire going into the big square box and test, jump the wire from positive starter solenoid to the big fat coil's positive and test, etc...) no spark whatsoever. Please help me by confirm whether this one is having an older powerhead and ignition system or is it a unique one that's all messed up by someone. Also, there are 2 wires cut off at the lower part of the powerhead. I have no idea what they are. Please help me with questions, comments, suggestion, anything will be highly appreciated. I can send photos for review if allowed.
Thank you.
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I am having on hand a Johnson 70hp. The model no. reads 70ESL74M. So, it's supposed to be a 1974. I am supprised that it actually has an electricshift system w/2 wires going into the lower unit. I look at the ignition diagram and more supprised that it's used only one ignition coil which looks like an auto one. It does not have any spark. I did a couple test following Joe Reeves' instruction helping other boaters out on this site (disconnect the black/white wire going into the big square box and test, jump the wire from positive starter solenoid to the big fat coil's positive and test, etc...) no spark whatsoever. Please help me by confirm whether this one is having an older powerhead and ignition system or is it a unique one that's all messed up by someone. Also, there are 2 wires cut off at the lower part of the powerhead. I have no idea what they are. Please help me with questions, comments, suggestion, anything will be highly appreciated. I can send photos for review if allowed.
Thank you.
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