I just finished replacing the waterpump/impeller on my 72 Johnson and went to put the lower unit back in and found that I need to have someone to turn the flywheel to match the splines on the driveshaft to get it back in. That seems simple enough. My concern is connecting the water tubes from...
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I have completely rebuilt and during the process replaced 1 piston on my 72 Johnson 125HP. It ran great for the first year or so after the rebuild but last year when taking it out it started fine, ran great for 10-20 minutes then at top speed just died as though the fuel was cut off to...
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I current am using Champion L77JC4 plugs in my engine and I seem to be having an overheating issue. Spray comes from the correct areas but it overheats quite quickly. I have used Splitfire SF263D plugs in the past but that was when I had another issue of a broken piston ring and that...
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Recently I took out my 72 Glastron with a V-4 1972 Johnson 125HP and it started sluggish as I had not taken it out in about 6-8 months. It ran great for about 90 minutes and then at full throttle it just died. It would turn the flywheel fine but would not start for about 45-60 minutes...
In the past year I replaced my 5/16 fuel line with 3/8" hopeing to get more fuel to the engine therefore better performance. When pumping the bulb recently to prime the engine it takes a LONG time. Could this be due to the hose size increase? Should I replace the hose to factory specs, etc...
I am looking for somewhere I can get a price quote on a Custom made boat top? It is Glastron part #30-4221. Also if possible, a quote for the matching side curtains for the top part #30-1502,and matching stern curtains part #30-1503? I know there are companies out there who make aftermarket...
HELP!!<br /><br />I am searching for the rubber hinge for the boat inthe Subject line. The original has worn out and I am uncertain on where to obtaina new one. I have checked all my normal sources. Please help ASAP.<br /><br />LostBoaterin Sacramento <br />Proud Classic Glastron Owner<br...
I own a spotless 1972 Johnson 125 HP outboard and it shows a model number of<br /><br />125ESL72R <br /><br />stamped on the plate on the engine. I understand the 125 is for the HP and the 72 is the year but I am clueless on what the "R" stands for???? Would it be a racing engine and if so...
HELP!!!<br />Anyone,<br /><br />I am looking for any suggestions on reinstalling the lower unit on the engine in the topic. I have checked the impeller and water pump and it is in perfect shape and I am looking to reinstall the lower unit but I get it within 6 inches and it does not go any...
All,<br /><br />I just finished replacing a piston in the above motor and reconnecting all the components/powerhead, etc and now I start the engine and no mist comes out of the two holes on the back side of the lower unit. Some water drips from below the water silencing shield and that is it...
Any Assistance?<br /><br />I am attempting to replace a piston in the motor listed in the subject of this posting. I am having a problem with pulling the flywheel with miscellaneous types of pullers. Does anyone know the screw size and threads to use on this flywheel so I can pull it and move...
Simple question?<br /><br />I just went otu to my boat to get the serial number and noticed that printed above it was the model number. I always knew I had a 125ESL72 but what is the "R" for????? Is this some sort of special edition or just a letter that really does not mean a whole lot? Just...
Time vs. Money<br />Today I pulled the head on the above outboard and to my dismay the 2nd cylinder piston has deteriorated a point where there is little to no compression. I am going to need to replace the piston. All the other pistons as well as all 4 cylinder walls are perfect so I am...
ASSISTANCE IS GREATLY APPRECIATED-<br /><br />I have a low hour 125 HP Johnson listed above and the second cylinder piston was hitting the electrode into the plug as I was using the incorrect plug. Now this cylinder is getting spark but not working properly. Any suggestions would be greatly...
HELP!<br /><br />I recently ordered new spark plus for my top shape, low hour outboard above as I was not reaching top speed or RPM's while on the lake. I replaced them and still in the same situation. I have tested the plug wires for spark and they all are working properly. When removing...
