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    85 Johnson 150 help needed

    Ok, just got back from the lake and I have a few post that I need help with. First my 85 Johnson 150 has a problem cutting out. It seems like it missing or not getting fuel for a slit second, this is causing the engine to buck. This seems to happen mostly at high speeds but does it through out...
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    OMC trolling motor part needed

    I need the white top cover for my OMC or Johnson trolling motor. I think it is a 240 or 2400 model. If anyone has one please eamil me at the addresses below. Thanks<br /><br />bmurray@jcn1.com<br />bmurray@hydromat.com
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    used tach needed

    if anyone has a small, good working tach for sale for an Evinrude 50hp 2 cylinder, please email me. thanks<br /><br />bmurray@jcn1.com
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    Lower unit oil, just gear oil?

    Is there any reason not to use a good 80-90w GL-5 gear oil instead of the "MARINE" lower unit oil. The specs I have seen (both are GL-5), and the people I've talked to, seem to believe they are the same. Any input? Thanks
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    Penzoil Marine 2-cycle oil????

    Has or is, anyone using this outboard oil and can you give me some input. How does it compare to the OMC Johnson oil? Both are TC-3W oils. Walmart sells Penzoil for $20.00 per 2.5 gal. Sounds like a good deal if it works. Thanks for any input.
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    Plug gap on 84 Evinrude 50hp.

    Anyone know what is the correct plug gap on this 2 cylinder 50 hp engine? Haven't get a manual yet. Thanks
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    beware of dealer bearing prices!!!

    Just a heads up. I found all of the bearings for a friend's Merc V-6 lower unit at Bearing Headquarters for around $40.00. This included all of the needle, ball and tapered roller bearings found in this unit. Dealers were 4-5x higher. I believe they are nation wide, if not contact them in...
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    Hey Mercury guys, please read post on gear needed

    reverse gear for a 79 175hp V-6. 28 tooth.<br /><br />bmurray@jcn1.com<br />bmurray@hydromat.com
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    Mercury lower unit gear needed. Help anyone?????

    Anyone have a reverse gear (43-67889) or gear set for a Mercury V-6. I have a 79 175hp and need the 28t reverse gear or a complete set. I would be interested in an old lower unit also. You can replace the reverse gear without the whole set. Could someone please email me if you or someone you...
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    looking for a used jack plate

    if anone has a good used jack plate for sale please email me. Thanks<br />bmurray@jcn1.com
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    Need Mercury V-6 reverse gear (#43-67889)

    On a tight budget and need a used Mercury reverse gear for a 1979 175 hp. I believe all of the v-6 lower units were the same around these years. Here is the part number on it (43-67889). It has 28 teeth. Need ASAP. If anyone can help please email me. Thanks<br /><br />bmurray@jcn1.com
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    transom drain blocked with engine mount

    My friends bout has a Merc 175 and there is a cross brace on the outside blocking the drain to the transom area. Any ideas? Can we modify this cross member? thanks
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    looking for inexpensive boat insurance

    Does anyone know where I could get some inexpensive boat insurance? Harbormaster is one I know, and they aren't signing any new policies. please email me at (bmurray@jcn1.com) Thanks
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    86 Johnson 150 V6 service manual needed

    I'm getting tired of looking for a good complete service manual for my engine. They are always a few years and engine sizes off. Could someone email me a link where to find one. i would be interested in a used one also. thanks<br />bmurray@jcn1.com
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    Will power trim unit fit, need help ASAP??????

    I have an 84 Evinrude 50hp without power trim, can I adapt a 93 60hp power trim to this engine? I can get one from an auction tonight I someone has an answer soon. Thanks
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    help with pitch/prop selection

    I have a 17' Charger fish&ski with a Johnson 150hp. What is the best pitch for this boat to keep it in the best operating RPM. I like top speed and want to pull tubes for the kids. Right now I have the factory aluminum 14.25 x 21p, is this a good setup? Thanks
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    What type of ladder

    Need to by a ladder for my Charger fish & ski. This boat has the angled transom like Champion boats. What would be the best folding ladder to get and where is the best price?
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    Charger fish & ski windshield needed!!!

    Need a passenger windshield for an 86 Charger fish & ski, model 170T. Anyone???
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    Motorguide Lazer electrical schematic needed

    I need to know if any of the experts here have a schematic for a Motorguide Lazer. I need it for the unit and wired foot control. Foot control not working. I can't seem to get any help for the local marine dealers. Thanks a bunch, Bob
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    Mercury lower unit assembly drawing needed.

    My friend has lower unit eaking oil from his prop area. I guess I need to replace a shaft seal. Does anyone have an assembly drawing they could scan and email or fax me. His manual is not in yet. It is a 1979 Mercury 175 HP. Thanks<br /><br />bmurray@hydromat.com (or) bmurray@jcn1.com<br />fax...
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