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    1998 50 hp idle issues

    Had idle issues with the old vro pump causinf too much oil in the fuel and smoking, fouling the plugs. Removed the vro system, installed new older model 48 spl standard fuel pump. Rebuilt both carbs (floats, needle and seats, ect)even though they were very clean inside. installed new plugs, coil...
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    50 hp erratic idle, carb top covers?

    I've got a 1998 50hp johnson 2 cyl that will not idle. That was and still is the primary issue. The carbs are very clean. They had 2 stroke oil backing up into the carb bowls because the vro pump was allowing the oil from the oil tank, which was holding pressure, to flow into the carb bowls when...
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    no oil alarm on 225

    Hi everybody. It's been a long time since I logged in. Was really getting interested in this forum pre-Katrina. Things are getting back to normal and so are some of the priorities around here. Mainly boating and some of the small problems that happen as a boat owner. I have a '99 225 with the...
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    225 compression test

    I check the compression twice a year on my 1999 225 Johnson. Change the plugs, water pump impellar and foot oil once a year. I have run into this same question each time I do a compression test and never ask anyone about it but tonight I read a post that stated to remove all plugs before the...
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    'TWIS THE NIGHT

    'Twas the night before the hurricane<br />>>>When all through the state<br />>>>Not a gas pump was pumping<br />>>>Not a store open late<br />>>><br />>>>All the plywood was hung<br />>>>On the windows with care<br />>>>Knowing that a Katrina <br />>>>Soon would be there<br />>>><br />>>>The...
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    3 prong 12 volt plug

    I have an electric reel that uses a 3 prong 12 volt, 15 amp twist-lock plug for power. It is already wired up on the boat and working but I still have a question that some one may be able to shed some light on. <br />Positive wire with 30 amp fuse; 12 volt positive terminal. no problem.<br...
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    transmission overdrive

    This is not a question about whether or not to tow a 6000lb boat in overdrive. This is a question about controlling the lockup convertor in a 96' Tahoe. I tow about 65 mph and the engine rpm in "drive" is only about 1850. That is too low in my opinion. If I drop the transmission shifter into...
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    correct spark plugs

    I have been reading the iboats forum for several months and I am impressed by the amount of activity and helpfulness by many of the regulars. My question;<br />I have a 1999 225 Johnson ocean pro. Motor runs fine but it's about time to service the engine. The 1999 handbook stated that the...
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    new trim tabs

    In the process of installing Lenco trim tabs today. I bought the 12 x 12 edge mount kit with auto retract switch. Noticed the travel of the rear edge of the tabs are only about 3". Starting at 3/4" negative angle at fully retracted state, I get less than 3" of travel at the rear of the tab. The...
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    optima battery

    Has any one used the new "agm" style battery in their boat yet? They are supposed to resist vibration better. The cost is about $120 for the medium size starting battery. Are they worth the extra cost or should I buy the best convenital battery that I can find?
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    backfire out of exhaust at idle

    I have '99 225 johnson that ran great until I had the vro pump replaced under warranty. A slight external oil leak allowed the vro to be replaced by dealer free. Now I notice a slight popping out of exhaust during idle while flushing engine (about once every 3-4 seconds, causes engine to idle...
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