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    Strange powerhead replacement question

    I just installed a new (warranty replacement ) powerhead a 95 Evinrude 225. I was able to start it and perform a link and sync procedure. Now my dilemma, due to work and other commitments I wont have the time to perform the on-water 10 hour break-in until next spring. Does anyone think there...
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    03 225 issues or warnings

    I have the chance to purchase a pair of Yamaha 03 225 hp 4 strokes. My boat currently has old 2 stroke looper motors. The Yamahas have just over 500 hours. Can someone provide some insight as to any issues known to this year motors? Anything in particular I should look for ? Are their marine...
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    2 power heads in 3 years

    95 225 looper motors. First power head sent a rod thru the block on cylinder number 3. Installed new power head, cleaned all carbs. lync and sync. Ran good for two years then clang clang. With the carbs,intake and reeds removed I can see cylinder 5 has pulled the wrist pin and the top of the...
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    Remanufactured or new Repower

    Had my 225 looper motor lose a cir-clip and cause the wrist pin to wiggle free and bend a rod. These are almost 25 year old. I'm sure that powerhead has been replaced before. I can get another powerhead for about 4K ( i will install it) OR do I repower with a new motor rigged fro about 20-25 K...
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    1995 Evinrude 225 stator goo question

    Yesterday while troubleshooting my "cant find neutral" problem I noticed some black goo on the block below the stator. From what I've read from Joe these engines use a 35 amp stator and due to the location are prone to "meltdown". I have no symptoms, tach or charging issues. So i guess my...
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    1996 Evinrude 225 hard to find neutral

    95 Evinrude 225, hard finding neutral from forward or reverse. Whichever gear I'm coming out of i have to go past the neutral position just slightly and then it finds neutral. I adjusted the cable per manual but it did not help. I've had this motor for years and this problem just started, the LU...
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    Johnson/Evinrude 225 wont accelerate once the motor is warmed up

    95 Evinrude 225 strange problem. When I lower the boat in the water from the lift it starts and idles fine. Can idle out thru slow zone and accelerates up on plane just fine. I run about 25 minutes to my fishing spot. Shut motors off. Fish for 3 or 4 hours. Motors start and idle fine, the...
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