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    Johnson 1998 50hp Electrical Issue (fuse burning almost each startup)

    I have Johnson 1998 50hp J50PLEEA with BRP-type remote control (aftermarket). I had to re-wire everything during rebuild process so I may have missed something. Now I am experiencing issue with onboard 20A fuse. Almost each time when I attempt to start, it would start or crank but end up with...
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    I decided to attach magnetic ring to the inside on flywheel instead of replacing. Soaked magnetic ring in gasoline overnight (to soften old glue). Removed old glue, used 200 sandpaper to clean up bumps and uneven surface. Lined-up notch on magnetic ring with white mark on flywheel. Used "J-B...
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    Johnson 1998 50hp lower unit shimming

    I left propeller shaft as is, with existing parts. I added two 0.003in shims to the driveshaft #36. Put it all together. Attached to motor. Right now I am making final adjustments in water barrel. Thank you for your help. P.S. I left original bearings. They appears to be in good condition (no...
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    Johnson 1998 50hp lower unit shimming

    I have Johnson 1998 50hp J50PLEEA. When bought it seller told me about damaged lower unit. Took it apart and removed broken gears. Ordered new gears. Once got new gears put propeller shaft (all parts in diagram below) together and installed temporarily. Tighten the bolts #29 and tried to pull...
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    Yes. Thank you for your help. Will try to find a replacement.
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    Ran timing light test today. 1st cylinder spot light pointed far away numbers on flywheel. I removed flywheel, key is fine. One of two things(or both) could be faulty - timer base or power pack. Timer base looks a bit scuffs on the inside. Timer base $200, power pack $100. How would I know...
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    Adjustable ignition spark test.
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    Got adjustable ignition spark test tool in mail today today. Set to 7/16in (10mm). Connected to first(top) cylinder. Tried to start - visually confirmed stable spark in tool. Connected to second(bottom) cylinder. Tried to start - visually confirmed stable spark in tool. Any other ideas...
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    I checked started for resistance and shorts before assembling. Start key held by kill switch clip so I am not pushing in, just turning. Ordered adjustable ignition spark test tool. Will post reading later. Rebuilding lower unit. Ordered parts and such.
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    12. Removed flywheel. Check for no physical damage to stator, timer and key. Re-assembled. Tried to start - spins but no start.
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    Johnson 1998 50hp Starting Issue

    I have Johnson 1998 50hp J50PLEEA with VRO pump. When bought it seller told me about damaged lower unit. I put engine on the stand and connected fuel, VRO tank, battery, BRP Side remote control. Removed lower unit and attempted to start engine to confirm working condition. First time I...
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