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    1957 35 hp misfiring like crazy

    Re: 1957 35 hp misfiring like crazy Ok so here is the new scoop on this. I pulled the flywheel and the key was perfect, no issues there. Looked to see if anything was amiss and found nothing, so zipped to the marina and grabbed points and condensers. Removed the coils as I wanted to make sure...
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    1957 35 hp misfiring like crazy

    Ok so I have had thE assistance of many to resolve my other issues now I have a new one. I have my 1957 rde-19 35 hp running, but I have a misfire. It has brand new coils , but older points and condensers. Before I grab some new points, I wanted to see if this could be a carb problem as well...
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    1957 Johnson 35 running rough high speed

    I have a 1957 Johnson RDE 19 that I am brining back to life, I have redone the carb, replaced all fuel lines, tank has pressure as all gaskets and seals done. No leaks in fuel system, nearly 130 psi compression in both holes. It idles perfectly after a couple of adjustments, but is bogging...
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    1957 Johnson 35 RDE-19 starter issue wire burning

    Hello. I need some assistance. I am bring back to life a 1957 Johnson RDE-19 that was stored in a barn for 40 years. I have an issue with the starter rolling over extremely slowly and the wire that runs from the vacuum cut off to the mercury switch went up in smoke. What could be causing this...
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    1976 15hp Upper Main Bearing

    I have a 1976 15hp Johnson and am wondering what is involved in replacing the Upper crankshaft bearing. I was replacing the upper crank seal as it was gone. I noticed the main bearing has worked its way up, it is not seated all the way down and pushed the seal onto the cam and wore the seal out...
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    9.9/15hp WOT issue (update)

    I have a lack of power at the top end of my 1976 9.9Johnson with a 15hp carb. Had the same issue with my 9.9 carb on it. I can coax the power by squeezing the bulb, but iust feels like it is off a bit from what it should be. When it is cold it seems screaming fast then after running for a while...
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    9.9hp to 15hp Conversions

    I just thought I would take a second to post my findings after researching many resources before using my 1980 15hp Evinrude parts motor (bought for $30 with a broken connecting rod) to upgrade my 1976 9.9hp Johnson (low hour two owner beauty that is seeing hard duty in the hands of two boys, 10...
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    1976 9.9hp Johnson Misfiring while on Throttle(solved)

    My 1976 Johnson 9.9hp is starting, idling perfect on both cylinders. however when I go to give it any type of throttle it starts to misfire and shut down the top cylinder. Any ideas?
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    1976 9.9 Johnson will not start. (solved)

    Hi all; I am unable to start my 9.9 it is a 1976 Johnson. I have new coils, new points, new condensors. There is lots of spark and more than enough fuel. I had it running perfect after it was put back together and now it is a no start. Spark is good, but not starting. I also fixed the slack in...
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    1976 9.9 Armature Plate Timing issues

    Hi All; I have a 1976 9.9 Johnson pull start outboard. I was out bouncing across waves in the Zodiac entertaining my 10yrs old. I got back to the dock and the motor would not re-fire. I almost pulled my arms off trying. I could get to run for a few seconds then try to move and it would die and...
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    '82 Evinrude 35hp idling one cylinder only

    Hi everyone. I am hoping someone can give me some direction. My '82 35hp Evinrude is only idling on one cylinder. The top is the only one firing. I have tried to start and run it on bottom cylinder only and will fire sporadically, but not enough to keep it running. When motor is in gear and you...
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