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    Primer Solenoid warm start issues

    2006 90hp Johnson Cold start is not an issue. Run the boat for 45 minutes - let it sit for 45 minutes - and it will only start if I switch the manual choke (red lever) to the on position. This has been going on for a couple of years and I'm tired of taking off the engine cover for warm starts...
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    Should I protect my outboard with cover?

    Long Island sound - This will be my first year leaving my boat in the water for the season. Should I get a breathable waterproof engine cover to put on while it's moored? I got a new bilge pump and painted the bottom. Anything else I should do?
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    Fuel Line 3/8" vs. 5/16"

    2006 90hp with a portable tank. The manual says to use a 5/16" fuel line for 25hp-130hp. My boat has a 3/8" fuel line for some reason - I guess they made a mistake when they installed the engine. I have owned it for 2 years and it has run flawlessly. I came across the fuel line problem this...
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    Strange "Warm" Starting Problem

    2006 90HP (J90PLSDM) This just started happening. The engine cold starts beautifully (just a couple of pushes on the key for the choke). Starts first turn every time. If I shut it down and start it back up right away... starts first time as well. If I shut it down and go for a swim for an...
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    Pitted thrust washer

    I noticed my thrust washer has a very slight pitted section. Is this common or should I replace it? Is it as simple as pulling it off and putting a new one on? thanks
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    Has anyone modified a benchseat to fit tank?

    Hi, I have a 17ft. '78 CC Angler - the below deck gas tank is shot so I have been using a Moeller topside tank. Although small, it eats up too much precious deck space. I was think about raising my cooler swingback benchseat about 11" to accomidate the tank. Might use some Azec trim or...
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    2006 90hp spark plug gap?

    Does anyone know what the spark plug gap is for a 2006 90hp Johnson ob? I don't want to over-tighten the plugs when screwing them in - any general rule to follow?
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    Obvious gearcase leak?

    90hp Johnson 2006 Forgive my stupity. When I flush my engine with fresh water at the end of the the day every once in a while I notice a small streak of oil coming from the top of my lower unit (just a couple of times from June-Sept.). At the end of the season I changed my gearcase lube...
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    VERY Stiff Throttle - Is cable a DIY

    2005 90hp pl Johnson I will go through the suggested test of disconnecting the cable at the engine to see where the problem is. I have a feeling the cable has a kink in it. If this is the case should I attempt to replace the cable myself? Any pointers? Thanks in advance.
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