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  1. bonz_d

    OMC tilt/trim sending unit, help.

    The engine is a 1987 Johnson 50hp with the 2 tube tilt trim unit. When I got this unit it was stuck on the trim side tube. After getting it apart I found the sending unit coil was mangled and wedged into a piston. I now have that repaired. The problem is that inside a piston is a flat V shaped...
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    Clutch dog remove and replace

    I have a 1987 50hp Johnson that has a bad clutch dog and maybe reverse gear. Forward works just fine reverse will not engage unless slammed hard into full revese. I also have the correct OMC repair manual for this engine and have read thru the procedure to do this but I do not feel convident in...
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    Powerwinch 315 questions

    Came across a used powerwinch 315 and have some questions of course. First of all what should I look for if I decide to go look at this. It says it's new and looks as such but does not include any wiring. Next, how does the 25' lanyard work and how does it attach to the winch? I also do not see...
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    Another overpowering discussion

    Yes I know this comes up all the time and has almost been beatin to death but I have a question that I don't recall ever being brought up or if it has I've missed it. I fully understand the reasoning and arguements and agree with why it should not be done but this thought just came to me while...
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    Now blowin up my email

    Email notices are now kind of working. I am now getting a notice for every reply to just one topic and it is a busy one. This morning when I opened my email there were 11 emails for the same thread/topic. Yesterday was the same thing. I tried going to unsubscribe but I guess that didn't work...
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    Finding NLA parts

    W/O going out and buying a whole parts engine or sub-component who to locate a rare part? What I am looking for is the grounding clips that go inside the trim cylinder for the sending unit on a 2 cylinder tilt trim unit. This is the 1 3/8" diameter cylinders used on the 50-60hp 2 cylinder...
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    My #1 issue

    I am certain that the form operators and members agree and already know this but the biggest issue for me right now is the trouble everyone is having in posting replies or openning a new topic. Error message after error. I am also certain that this is top priority for the folks trying to fix...
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    Fuel pump or bulb?

    Been testing some lower units using a 1983 60hp Johnson and ran into new issue with this engine. Had engine running on muffs while testing to see that the lower would shift properly and all of a sudden it just quit. It will start and quit right away. Fuel issue again, found I have a portable...
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    Site activity

    I have been seeing a big fall off of the number of new daily posts to this forum sinse the upgrade. Have also seen a lot of complaining. SO come on fellow members don't you all think that the IT crew and owners of this site are not sweating bullets. It's all about HITS count that keep this forum...
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    Small progress under the circumstance

    In spite of the sore back the weather was most excellant outside today so to work on the engine I went! Last week I picked up a bunch of parts for a couple 50hp and a 60hp Johnson I have. So today I was able to pull the starter from the 1983 60hp and proceeded to replace all the fuel lines to...
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    tackle cleaning

    Well it looks like I'll be off work for awhile and I've got about 2 dozen rods n reels that need to be cleaned and respooled anyone wish to come help? May take awhile as I find it hard to sit for more than 15-20 minutes at a time.
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    Thread posts here on the forums

    1st I would really like to apologize to everyone here on the forum. As some may already know I seriously hurt my back the other day and have sense been on some very strong pain and muscle relaxers along with some valium. Because of this at times it's made it very hard to type even simple words...
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    need to locate a part.

    While working on a spare lower unit the other day it appears that I broke a tooth on the Shift and Throttle plate assembly which of course is NLA. Part number is 389266. Anyone with a lead as to where I might find one? Looked on ebay already w/o any hits. really don't wanrt to spend for a new...
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    ouch this hurts. boat launch

    Yesterday I took the boat to the primative ramp at the end of the road to test out a lower unit for another engine. Well this ramp is all gravel and very shallow. Nice thing at the moment is we have high water which makes it easier. Got the boat off the trailer and figure it was going to be a...
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    50hp Not shifting into reverse

    I have a Lower unit I'm trying to test. Not sure of the year but it is white and does not have the anode filler block above the prop So I give it a year range of 1977 to 1982. Ran it in the water yesterday, It will not shift into reverse, almost like it is not shifting far enough to engage...
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    Fuel and water.

    This topic has been discussed many times but thought I would relate my recent experience. I use a 6 gal plastic tank for my boat and at the end of the season I run it out to were there is about 1/2 gallon left in it for use over the winter in my 2 cycle snow blower. Never had a problem doing...
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    Can't find a part number

    Working on a 1983 60hp and need a male fuel line connector. The one that attaches to the lower engine cowling. Been thru all sections of BRP parts and I just don't see it.
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    Depthfinder/chartplotter combos

    My new used fishing boat came with an old Humminbird that is outdated and not working very well so I've been looking for a new replacement. The 1st one on the list is the Lowrance Elite5 HDI. I've heard very good things about this unit and am seriously concidering buying one. Now also I have...
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    Reccomendations on N. Wisconsin Resorts.

    Finally after 5 years it looks like the wife and I will be able to get away and actually take a vacation again! Looking for any nice resorts that offer small cabins that aren't rediculously priced. Preferably on any lakes that have a good population of Northerns. My wife has never caught a nice...
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    tilt and trim wiring help

    Here is what I have found so far. The remote has the trim switch which has 3 wires which then goes under the helm and is then wired into a 5 wire cable, 2 of which I believe goes to the gauge. This cable then goes to a round 5 pin plug. This setup was originally connected to a 1988 Evinrude...
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