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    steering arm rusted

    Does anyone out there know where to get a steering arm for a 115 hp 1998 johnson? And does anyone know the best way to replace it?
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    high voltage reading

    I have a 1998 115hp johnson. 2 stroke V4. I had my power head rebuilt 1.5 years ago . since then my voltage meter has been reading all the way up. it comes down when i change the tilt but then returns to all the way up. The voltage regulator was replaced but no change. I was also wondering if...
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    tachometer not working

    I have an 1800 Hydrosport 1998 115hp V4 johnson. The tachometer stopped working. however, when the key is turned on initially all the signal lights/beeps activate. Do I need a new tach? or can I fix this one. Thank You
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    steering arm replacement/115 hp johnson

    How difficult it is to change the steering arm? mine is rusted and worn severely. Someone had told me it may be easier to replace the midsection. I was quoted 800.00 from a marine mechanic to do the job without replacing the midsection, just the arm. Is this average or high. He said it is a day...
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    johnson overheating 115 1998

    Help me somebody PLEEEEZE! I own a 18 Ft hydrosport with a 115 johnson 1998. 2 stroke. Can someone out there please tell me what the problem is with this engine. 3 times I have had it rebuilt/new powerhead. First time it had salt deposits in the intake. Second time it froze after rebuild and...
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