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    installed Boyesen reeds, now re-jetting?

    The instructions makes some comments about jetting richer on the Johnson motors by .005". Is this recommended? or can adjustments be made? Thanks
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    trim gage working backwards

    just installed a new OMC trim gauge and it is reading backwards. I double and tripled checked my wiring and it is correct. Any ideas? can the sending unit be reversed? Thanks<br />(85 Johnson 150hp) <br /><br /> :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:
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    Where to lift motor from?

    Manual doesn't say where and how best to lift off the motor. 85 Johnson 150. Any input? :confused:
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    I just received my CMC jack plate ???

    I just had UPS deliver my new CMC jack plate and Power Tech UN150 14.25x23" prop. After reading the instalation instructions I'm a bit confused on initial setting. I think I want the adjustment lowered all the way down and then make sure the cav plate is even with the botom of the boat. This is...
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    Force trim sending unit?

    My friend has an 86 Bayliner with an 86 Force 125hp. He wants to add a trim gauge to this boat. Does the trim unit already have the sending units on it? If so what are we looking for? If not will the trim gauge have them with it? Thanks
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    water pressure gauge question

    I just bought some new gauges for my boat, and it came with a 0-60 psi pressure gauge (oil I guess) Can I use this as a water pressure gauge? Where is a water pressure gauge tube or sending hooked at on my 85 Johnson 150? Installing new CMC jack plate and needed a gauge.
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    how to do a plug test ???

    I just bought a set of Boyesen reeds for my 85 Johnson 150 from www.bobsmachine.com ($134.00). Talked with Bob, and he suggested to do a plug test after I install them. Could someone explain the best way to do this while hooked to the muffs or should I do at the lake. I know there is a low and...
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    used manual jack plate wanted

    please email me if you have a good shape used CMC or Rite-Hite manual jack plate for sale. Thanks<br /><br />bmurray@jcn1.com <br />bmurray@hydromat.com
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    OMC guys, what is this part????

    I bought a rectifier from someone out of state, and they sent me something else. The rectifier is small and triagular shaped. What they sent was the item mounted on top of the engine, between the heads, sorta under the flywheel. It has 1 heavy wire going to one side and 3 or so smaller going to...
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    Here is a good site

    This site has a great classified as well as setup tips for your engine and boat. :) <br /><br /> http://www.bassboatcentral.com
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    OMC cabon cleaner/additive?

    What is the name of the additive for cleaning/removing carbon from my engine. I've seen post about my 85 Johny 150 having problems with carbon build up. Can I get it online somewhere? Thanks
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    Dhadley, prop advice needed

    After searching and reading some older post I think you may be able to point me in the right direction on props. I don't want to start dropping money on just any prop. I have an 85 Charger with an 85 Johnson 150. Fully loaded will run 5500-5600 with a damaged (1 blade) factory OMC SS prop. I...
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    how to improve fuel milege?

    As some of you know I have an 85 Johnson 150hp on a 17' Charger. I would like to try to improve the fuel milege a bit. I know the GT's and Fast Strikes, get much better than my gas eater. Any help would be great. Thanks
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    Top-end prop suggestions ?????

    17' Charger (1200 lbs) 85 Johnson 150hp. Turning 5400-5600 WOT with an OMC 14 1/4"x21P black painted SS prop with a damaged blade. Looking for more top speed, hole shots are no problem. Please give me any suggestions. Thanks
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    looking for a good SS OMC prop

    If anyone has upgraded and has a 14 1/4 x 21 pitch prop for an 85' Johnson 150, that you want to sell, please email me. Thanks<br />bmurray@jcn1.com
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    Tablerock Lake-Missouri

    Just got back from vacation at Tablerock lake in sothern MO. Stayed on the James river arm at the Bridgeport Resort. Great little cabins good service and a Million dollar view. Just wanted to recommend this place to all. :)
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    idle adjustments on 85' Johnson 150

    sorry for all of the post, my manual is not in yet. How do you adjust the idle on this engine? When hooked up to the hose it is idling somewhere between 1000-1100 rpm's. I think I was told it shoulp be at about 800. thanks for any replies.
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    Powerhead base gasket question

    On my 85 Johnson 150 the base gasket needs to be replaced. Starting to blow a bit of crap where the pull rope is sitting and I can see that there is a bad spot in the gasket in this area.My question is, is this a big job? An outboard mechanic says it is about a 2 hour job. Any comments. :eek:
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    How to get more trim from my motor

    1985 Johnson 150hp, 17 ft Charger boat. Is there a way to get more travel from the trim unit while running WOT. The gage shows full trim but the boat could actually run with another 10 degrees or so. My friends Merc 175 will trimm much further before going into the tilt stage. Thanks, Bob
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    Tach not working past 2000 RPM's (help)

    My tach on my boat with an 85 Johnson 150hp, stopped working while at the lake this weekend. It works good up to about 2000-2500 rpms and then drops to 0 when you get past it. Any insight would be great. thanks, Bob :confused:
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