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    I’m buying a Starcraft with the 110hp I/O.

    Mercruiser might be a 1963-1966 model with 153 cube GM motor.-----Finding parts takes time.
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    1986 30hp Johnson newly obtained, not starting

    Take it back to the previous owner.----Get the tutorial on how to start this motor !!-----Then install a new water pump impeller and go fishing.
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    1986 30hp Johnson newly obtained, not starting

    Have to ask.----Explain your starting procedure.---Are you giving the primer ( lower front cowling ) a few pumps ??
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    1986 30hp Johnson newly obtained, not starting

    Are you pushing the key in while cranking it over ?----Operating the manual primer correctly for cold starting.
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    Heating Johnson

    The tell tale is an indicator for the water pump.-----It does NOT indicate good circulation / proper cooling of this motor.----Post the compression test numbers here.----These motors are famous for broken piston rings.------Then some can offer further tips on what to check.-----Like water...
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    e88 to e112 crank swap

    The issue is with the length of the spline and the sealing arrangement for the spline.----If you study it you can make changes to make it work.
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    1986 Merc 75HP serial# 0A995041 won’t shut off

    There is an issue with the kill circuit.-----Black / yellow stripe wire.-----I can not see your boat.----Up to you to dig into this.
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    Help please! 1988 Johnson outboard lack of power and stalls.

    Screwdriver in the plug hole is one way to check the key.----You can not find a sheared key by just removing the nut.-----You can not find a sheared key with a timing light either !
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    very cool carb and intake manifold causing moisture

    Timing on these motors does not go out of adjustment.-----Unless of course someone molests the linkages.-----Make sure throttle plate is closed at idle.-----Make sure throttle plate does not open too early.
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    1986 Merc 75HP serial# 0A995041 won’t shut off

    Are there 2 ---" M "---terminals on your ignition switch ?
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    Mercury 115 2+2

    Wow----A 10" pitch ?-----So I would start with a compression test.----Post your numbers here.-----Next is a peak out put ignition test.----Does spark jump a gap of 3/8" on all leads ?-----And you need to install a new water pump impeller before your next launch.
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    Engine timing 55 Evinrude fleetwin 7.5

    I would get blisters on my finger tips.------Hurry to ------leroysramblings-----To learn all about working on these wonderfully simple motors.
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    Engine timing 55 Evinrude fleetwin 7.5

    When you set the breaker points at 0.020" the spark timing will be correct.-----There are no other adjustments except for throttle plate opening at the correct time.
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    Fuel line size

    Use 5/16" from tank to the motor for both.
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    1992 Johnson 175 Silver Star not getting fuel.

    A 1991 model.------You showed the oil tank in that one picture.-----It has VRO " automatic oil injection "-----But up to you to verify that system is working.--=--Learn about the electric primer valve , as the red lever appears to be in the wrong position.-----Start with a compression...
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    1970 Johnson 9.5 Gas Efficiency

    That model was NEVER offered as a 15 HP.---Only one carburetor ever offered.---------The newer 9.9 / 15 HP shared the same block.------There is the mistaken belief that you can make any 9.5 / 9.9 into a 15 with a bigger carburetor jet.------ 9.5 HP typically used a 0.049" orifice plug ( AKA jet )
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    1960 Evinrude Fastwin Stutter

    Is the upper crankshaft seal in there ??
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    Help with Boat Info

    Looks to be from the Edmonton area.-------With a boat like that you will save gasoline.------You will do more talking at the ramp with new friends than actually boating.----Looks like it had a Johnson / Evinrude 35 / 40 HP on it from around 1960.
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    Help please! 1988 Johnson outboard lack of power and stalls.

    Checked the flywheel key ?-----Nozzle gaskets in place?-----Timing on these motors is " fixed " for the life of the motor.----Careful if you decide it needs adjusting !!!
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    1986 Merc 75HP serial# 0A995041 won’t shut off

    Find the black / yellow stripe wire.-----Is it hooked up to the switch box ??
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