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    1976 70hp Johnson

    I am have an issue with adjusting my linkage. I originally had an issue where my engine would idle really high. So, I adjusted the linkage to where it would idle perfect. Took it out on the water and it would only go 5mph with the throttle on the hand control all the way down. I took it home and...
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    76 Johnson 70hp Outboard Motor

    Hello! So me an my fiancé were recently given a free boat that needs some work to the engine. It turns over, but idles very high. We took it to a mechanic and they said it needed a lower crankcase seal because it sat so long. They quoted us about 1000 for it all, however it’s not really worth...
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