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    Piston sleeve hairline cracks

    Its on my 80s v4 85hp and yes all are going to be done , rather do that than having to redo it again sooner than later .
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    Piston sleeve hairline cracks

    1 cracked one yes .
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    Piston sleeve hairline cracks

    So I've noticed when I was searching for another part for a different motor it has the same piston as my 80's one so using that should work do you think , it a 175hp 1983 johnson, bores not scored either (thank goodness) . Kind of hoping it's a go as would love to get it running easily as we...
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    Piston sleeve hairline cracks

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    Piston sleeve hairline cracks

    Forgot to add tag for the 80's,other motor hasn't got any visible tag (possible mount change according to previous owner)
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    Piston sleeve hairline cracks

    Hey guys Well I have a 85hp johson 1980 according to the tag , question is would a 60-70's era 85hp evinrude/johnson piston fit or are they different in size as the 80s one is a good motor apart from the one piston showing signs of damage. Are I able to switch out the piston from my other...
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    1969 Johnson 85HP Stuck in Forward

    There is a bit of a bulge that's able to be felt as well
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    1969 Johnson 85HP Stuck in Forward

    They probably ain't the best pics , im in new Zealand
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    1969 Johnson 85HP Stuck in Forward

    I had a good run over the leg and found a crack on the lower part of gearbox so looking like it's going to be needing a replacement as the position of it will effect the gearbox operation anyway.
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    1969 Johnson 85HP Stuck in Forward

    Just found what is going on with mine its got power to the system in the leg ,but it's like the piston is jammed so looking for a replacement but none about in new Zealand. Any ideas would be great .
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    1969 Johnson 85HP Stuck in Forward

    Seems we all have the same issue, good to know there are these awesome people with the know how , I to was wondering how to get mine to shift from forward , mine won't shift when cranking but knowing it may shift out of gear when running is awesome thanks guys.
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