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    Cant access Iboats from Oz

    For the last couple of weeks, I haven't been able to log on to any Iboats website, forum etc. I'm located in Brisbane, Australia and there has been some talk on local websites about this, so I'm not the only one. Apparently it happens from time to time, if you try to log on from an Australian...
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    Johnson 115 94 model, is it Magneto ignition?

    Does this engine run on a magneto or car style ignition? I assume if its magneto, the battery supply is only for starting the engine and running accessories. Im thinking of taking one of those jumper/start paks for a backup battery for when I head out into Moreton Bay. I use one for starting...
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    Can I use a bridge rectifier to repair 94 115hp

    I have a Johnson 115hp, 94 model that seems to have a faulty Rectifier. Ive done the test involving putting the grey Tach wire to either yellow or yellow/grey and no joy at the tach end. I have a brand new Faria tacho so Im pretty sure its not it. The Tach has good power and earth supply...
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    Is this too much motor for this boat?

    Ive just bought a secondhand boat, 4.5 metre or roughly 15 foot, fibreglass half cabin. It is a Brooker VC, hull about late 70s, early 80's. It has on it a Johnson 115hp, 1994 vintage. Im fairly new to boating and was wondering whether this is too much for a boat this size. The boat is in very...
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