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    Help!!! Do I Have A Water Pump Problem

    Does the 1970 Johnson 20 horse have a tell tale hole? Were does the water discharge from this engine? I'm worried I'll overheat my motor if I take it out and it's not pumping. My knowledge of outboards is limited, but, I thought there should be a visible discharge when the prop is turning. I...
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    Tell Tale Hole Question (Pee Hole)

    Does the 1970 20R-70C Have a tell tale hole, it appears to about 2/3 of the way up the lower unit on the side. It appears to be plugged, when you put a small nail into the hole it comes out with a black goo on it. I don't want to take it out until I can figure out where both the exhaust and...
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    Good Motor Inquiry

    I have just purchased a 1970 Johnson Seahorse 20 Horse, Model 20R-70C, serial number J3252425. I got it for $350. It's gonna be pushin a 14' semi V Bottom. It hasn't been run much, in fact, when I pulled the cover off the engine looks amazingly clean. Does anyone have an opinion on this...
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    Repainting My Aluminum V Bottom??

    I am getting ready to repaint my aluminum V Bottom, I want to remove the old paint and start fresh. Does anyone have a recommendation of a quick, yet effective, method of removing the old paint and what would be the best choice for the new paint? Thanks
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    Leaking Head Question

    I have a 1970 Johnson Outboard. It's in great condition but there is a small leak in the head. It looks like maybe the gasket dried out from years of sitting around. Is there a way to replace it or is it just finding the right torque?
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    1970 Johnson Question

    I recently purchased a 1970 Johnson Outboard, the model number is 20R-70C and serial number J3252425. Does anyone know what the correct oil mixture is, whether I have to add lead, and were I could possibly find an owners manual? Thanks
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