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    Thanks

    Wanted to thank everyone that helped with my 1963 75 johnson problems. also found a few things that made a difference. I now get almost 35 mph out of the baby. i have been taking the boat out on truman lake and she cruises very well. i know i can get a few more mph out of her so just need to do...
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    Bumfuzzled

    If anyone has an idea of what my problem could be it would be so much appriecated. Here are the stats. 1963 Johnson 75 hp Electromatic. 1963 Sea Ray 700 Test tank stats are: Timed and tuned to all specs. Compression on cylinders is: 1/90, 3/90, 2/82, 4/82...
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    Whats the right prop

    Would anyone happen to know the right prop size and pitch for a 63 johnson 75 hp Model #V4A-15/V4AL-15. The one on it now is a 10" which im sure it the correct size (not much room for anything else between the prop and plane plate) but I think it has the wrong pitch, It says 9 1/4, not sure this...
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    fuel mixture

    I have been reading a few of the post for the 63 75 hp Johnson. I have seen several different fuel mixtures and I was told something totaly different by a mechanic. I was wondering... Which one is the best or correct one 24/1, 40/1 or 50/1?
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    Starter motor

    First i wanted to thank those who helped me with my motor problem. But all it was, was the timing and carb sync. now she runs GREAT!!! I do have another question though. I was looking for a starter for my 1963 75 hp Johnson V4. I have found one on line but need to know if it is the right one for...
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    1963 Johnson 75 hp super sea horse electromatic

    Hi all, Sort of new to the boat scene. I was given a 1963 Sea ray with a 63 75hp Johnson motor. I took my restored baby out and when i gave it full throttle I could only get like 5 to 10 mph out of the engine. I had no high speed. can anyone help me as to what would cause this? Thanks to all...
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