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    1981 9.9 Johnson Seahorse, will only idle

    Hello, any help here would be GREATLY appreciated. I bought a used 9.9 and believe it was running well last time the fellow used it. I did not attempt to run it until about 4 months later ( now) but I believe the carb was drained correctly. The motor may not have been run the season prior, not...
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    Seahorse manuel

    I recently bought a 1981 9.9 Johnson Seahorse in nice shape, running good. I want to buy a manual and go thru the machine before running it next season. I was wondering if anyone could direct me to the best manual for an older unit like this? I noticed there are aftermarket products that cover...
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    Sears 1970 5hp carb help!

    I have a 1970 Sears 5hp that was sitting for maybe 20 years, I rebuilt the carb WITHOUT parts, changed the gear oil and tested her out with my boy on the reservoir after running in a barrel...it was a less than stellar trip as the motor would run for a few minutes, then die, start again, die...
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    Champion Blue ribbon

    I have an old Champion model # 2J16 4893 outboard, this was my Grandfathers so it could be from the 30's, not sure. I also don't know the HP but my guess would be around 3hp. Does anyone know anything about these motors? It runs as far as I know but hasn't in at least 20 years so I want to get...
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    Drain plug installation on rowboat

    Hey all, I recently restored a Appleby MFG 12' aluminum rowboat with a 70's sears 5hp. Pretty feeble set up but it gets me out there fishing. I want to install a drain plug, looking for any good info regarding this modification. Seems simple enough I suppose. Any input would be greatly...
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    Non existant drain plug installation

    I have a 12' Appleby MFG rowboat aluminum that I have restored somewhat and am using with a sears 5hp. Pretty feeble set up but the price was right IE free. I would like to install a drain plug on this beast, any input on doing this the easiest and best way? I appreciate any input out there...
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