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    1985 Johnson 15 hp j15rcob

    You need a new spring for that pawl.----The red pawl is on the correct side.-----The new spring will be on this side of the metal post.
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    Shift Problem with Tohatsu M18A 350

    Step #1 is to drain gear oil.
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    Selecshift

    Sorry----I can not see or feel your parts.----On a 57 year old motor there is no telling how many hands have had a go at fixing this simple ( to me ) unit.
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    Selecshift

    Mis-alignment I would say.-----It should turn freely both ways.-------And when you test with forward coil energized propshaft should turn clockwise with some drag.-----And lock up turning counterclockwise.
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    Old Outboards ????

    The 11 year old grandson ( Western Canada ) was able to buy a 1959 5.5 HP Evinrude for $20.----Motor was stuck.-----He learned a lot taking it apart.-----Wanted to buy all the parts there and then..-----I said ---" new parts are all on the shelf " at home and you have to wait.-------I put in a...
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    Old Outboards ????

    In northern areas these motors are not used all that much.---Short season and fresh water.-----But there are always exceptions.----Many folks do realize that these motors are long lasting with proper care.
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    1985 Johnson 15 hp j15rcob

    Are you looking for help with the red plastic starter lockout bits?----Yes or no ?
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    150 Johnson rod bearings snapping

    It should not be hard to find which cap belongs with which rod !!----And you have to get this correct.-----These rods are FRACTURED when they are made and the cap will only fit on one rod.-----No point starting this motor if rods are not matched.
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    1985 Johnson 15 hp j15rcob

    I thinks he is talking about the STARTER INTERLOCK ( red plastic ) to prevent cranking with too much throttle.-----And the washer must be in the proper place at the bottom of the main bolt.-----And tab on the bottom of the cup must go into the hole for proper location.----Confirm all of the above.
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    Best way to mount a 20” Evinrude 110 on a 25” transom?

    Your motor might be old but a new kit is a new kit.-------Just like shop labor.-----You have an old motor but shop time to repair it is all " brand new "-----One reason some shops do not deal with old motors and their owners !
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    Looking at getting a 2013 Mercury ProXS and I have a question

    The 15 PSI difference is a red flag,
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    new to me 1970 Johnson 25hp tiller short shaft. locked up

    Use a propane torch !----Near that head bolt and head will loosen / rotate.------Remove bypass covers to look at pistons and rings.-----Motor likely needs complete tear down.
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    86' Mercury 150 xr2 V6 pre mixed fuel blowing out of positive pressure ports of crankcase

    If you remove the hose from that port you will see leakage with motor running.----With the hose on there is only flow until the tank gets pressure.-----Pressure bleeds off when motor is not running.-----Repair any leaks found on fittings.
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    86' Mercury 150 xr2 V6 pre mixed fuel blowing out of positive pressure ports of crankcase

    Agreed----pictures of these ports.
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    1984 Mariner Pull Start to Electric Start Conversion. Help!

    Sorry----Should have taken more time to find / spot that 695 model.
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    2001 mercury optimax 135 running hot

    Well----.5 PSI ( 1/2 PSI ) at idle means that you have a lousy gauge or something is wrong.-----You are sure the key is driving the impeller ?-----And are you using a factory impeller or some aftermarket good deal ?
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    1984 Mariner Pull Start to Electric Start Conversion. Help!

    You need the starter common to the 6 / 8 / 9.9 / 15 / 20 / 25 HP models , from many years of production..----Two bolts to hold the starter.----Ring gear that bolts to the flywheel.-----Wiring, switch , push button and solenoid from just about any motor or shelf.----A donor motor might be the...
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    is it to heavy

    Gave the grandson a 12' aluminum.----Powered with a 1963 10 hp Johnson.-----We were surrounded by folks with $100,000 boats , perhaps with monthly payments.-----But we had a lot of fun.
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    How to Switch to Antifreeze Cooled Engine

    ??--he said ----That the engine was new / newer with low hrs I believe.
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    Need engine rebuild kit 94-96 johnson/evinrude 150 ocean runner. 60 degree

    Wait till folks start looking for repairs / service on their electric vehicles.----Going to be expensive.
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