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    Startup procedure

    I thought this might be an interesting and informative post. What do you do when starting your Chrysler outboard? Here is what I do with my 1974 135hp. 1. Lower motor into the water. 2. Pump gas bulb until firm (if it's not to noisy you can hear that the gas stops filling the float bowl) 3...
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    Street Fire Ignition controller instead of Magnapower II

    Has anyone used Street Fire Ignition controllers instead of Magnapower II on points distributor Chrysler outboards? How long have you been running the Street Fire Ignition and did you have any problems? Also did you use an epoxy coil or oil filled? What are the part numbers for the coils?
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    90 compression on 135 hp

    I just ran a compression check on a 1974 Chrysler 135hp. It was about 45 degrees outside and the engine was completely cold and has not been run for about 3 weeks. Exactly 90 on all 4 cylinders. Are these acceptable numbers?
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    Starter engages the flywheel but won't spin the engine

    1974 Chrysler 135 hp, Took it out to the lake today. Starter engages onto the flywheel but won't spin the engine enough to start it. The starter will turn the flywheel about 3 or 4 teeth. I can turn the engine by hand by grabbing the flywheel and turning it. One time it did spin the engine for...
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    Engine weight 1974 Chrysler 135hp 1357HA

    iBoats lists the weight of a 1974 Chrysler 135hp at 253lbs. Does that sound right? The model number is 1357HA.
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    New NGK BR8HS plugs improve overall performance

    I just got back from a few hours on the water with my 1974 Chrysler 135hp. I have had it for 2 years. Today the motor ran the best it ever has. Started right up, Smooth, strong, plenty of power all the way of to 5200rpms and it idled with no trouble @ 800 rpms. I cruised for about 30 minutes @...
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    lots on chrysler props

    I'm not sure if I am allowed to post this but here goes. I just bought a rebuilt prop for my chrysler 135 on ebay for $41 including shipping. ebay seller kennethd1255 has a whole bunch of them listed right now in the $20-$25 plus shipping.
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    Differences on other motors 1974 Chrysler 135hp 1357HA

    I am stocking up on parts for my 1974 135hp 1357HA. I found a parts diagram on this website iBoats for a 1976 1359HF. It looks like many parts matchup except maybe the impeller assembly and ignition. Does anyone know if there are other parts that don't match? Can I still get a parts diagram for...
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    Areas most likely to break on Chrysler outboards

    I have a 1974 Chrysler 135hp outboard. I'm thinking about stock piling parts to keep it running if anything breaks. What areas on these motors tends to break? Ignition, cooling, lower end. I have already bought up some gaskets because after you take something apart on these old motors the...
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    will the "through the hub exhaust" props fit an18 spline chrysler outboard motor

    will the "through the hub exhaust" props fit an18 spline chrysler outboard motor will the "through the hub exhaust" props fit an 18 spline chrysler outboard motor
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    Float bowls overflowing when titled up

    1974 Chrysler 135 hp. When ever I tilt the motor up, for example when trailering the boat, fuel drips out of the carbs. It seems like it comes from the float bowl seals. They are new and tight although I am afraid to over tighten them and strip them out. Maybe there is a torque specs. It also...
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    1974 Chrysler 135hp 1357HA wide timing gap

    I was trying to do the timing with my meter and there is a huge gap between when the meter is showing 12volts and no volts. Somewhere near 30 degrees. Point gap is 0.010. The motor starts and runs. I just want to make sure I am getting the best performance I can from the engine.
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    Winner Cougar information

    I thought I would try starting a topic on Winner Cougar's. Mine is a 1974 with the original Chrysler 135. Need new carpet and a little work done on the seats. Please post any pictures you have of your Cougar. Thx
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    1974 Chryler outboard 135hp overheat alarm

    I replaced the impeller in my 1974 Chrysler 135hp outboard at the beginning of the season last year. It ran with no problems for 3 months. Now if I idle around for more than 10 minutes while trolling the overheat alarm comes on. If I drive faster it goes way. Where should I start? How hot should...
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