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    1978 JOHNSON 115 THERMOSTAT HOUSING HELP

    Nope----The 115 does not use the bubble !!-----Look over the parts book with the details and part numbers.-----You will see the mistake in the listing !!!------For the bubble it might say " 140 models only "
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    1979 Johnson javelin V4 no spark on right side

    Check the wiring at the rubber plug ins.-----Possibly a pin not making contact.
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    Suzuki DF9.9B Outboard

    Should be good for many seasons.----At least 500 hrs.----Sparkplugs are well made these days.----Many last thousands of hrs in 4 stroke automotive work.
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    What should I do with this free boat?

    Agreed-----Doing a boat myself.-----Project on hold right now due to outside weather.-----But on a 17' boat the West System epoxy will total near $1500.---Then there is carbon fiber , kevlar and fiberglass materials.-------Never mind the hrs of cutting and fitting stuff.---Doing it because I...
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    1978 JOHNSON 115 THERMOSTAT HOUSING HELP

    The 115 does not have the bubble exhaust.----The powerhead does NOT need to be removed.----Removing that horseshoe cowling may help to do this inspection.-----Easy project on most freshwater motors.
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    83 - 20hp-30/35 conversion

    Found this item with just a few clicks.-----A very , very common part.-----Once again you can look that up in the parts books !-----Look for a manual / recoil start motor in the 20 / 25 / 30 HP models-----Used on 1984 to 2005 models.
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    Motor compression test

    Test with another gauge.------You have a bad gauge , blown head gasket or a motor with scored piston / broken piston rings.-----Remove cylinder head for inspection I say
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    83 - 20hp-30/35 conversion

    The primer solenoid is for remote electric start application.-----The red lever is for manual operation of the primer solenoid should you have a dead battery.-----If you are only using a recoil starter you do not want the primer solenoid.-----There is also a manually operated primer valve that...
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    83 - 20hp-30/35 conversion

    Explain exactly what you are asking.---.----There may be a solenoid on a carburetor that pulls the choke closed.-----The primer solenoid valve can be mounted anywhere under the hood ( or anywhere on the boat ) near the motor, with the hoses fitted.-----This primer solenoid valve is far superior...
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    83 - 20hp-30/35 conversion

    Some will argue.-----I think the primer solenoid is a far better starting concept than a choke flapper.
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    15hp johnson age differences.

    Might be a difference in the carburetor.-----Blocks are the same.------Fact.----I believe the crankshaft fits from 1974 to 2007 models.-----In 1993 the 9.9 / 15 went to more displacement.
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    No Spark and Key wont turn the engine over.

    I do not see any smoke ???
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    Selecshift

    What does the bearing inside the reverse gear hub look like ???-------What does bearing in front of forward magnet look like ??
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    What should I do with this free boat?

    Motor looks to be late 1970's (1977 ) ----Is there a model # on it.
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    What should I do with this free boat?

    ???-----The shift rod cover is missing.----Water pump housing is loose.--Likely the gear box has had water / rain in it.-----Not likely worth salvaging.
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    New boater with trouble starting engine

    Pictures of this motor ?
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    83 - 20hp-30/35 conversion

    When you learn how the electric primer valve works it will be an easy decision.----The electric primer was first used on 1980 models.---Used on motors from 9.9 to 300 HP for about 30 years.-----It is just a wonderful item when you understand how it works.
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    83 - 20hp-30/35 conversion

    Easy in my opinion.----Go down the lists of motors till you come across the 28 HP special.----then compare powerhead parts to the 30 HP and compare lower unit parts to your 83 model motor.-----You will also learn during your searching.---I can't do it all for you without some beer tokens ---Sorry.
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    New boater with trouble starting engine

    The buzzer itself could be defective.-----Hurry and get your local shop to help you.
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    Wrong New Prop Or What?

    Just my opinion.----Many folks today are not well versed on the operation of machinery.----Blunt statement here.----If you are only getting 2200 RPM out of an engine it is more than a " wrong prop issue ".----Perhaps even the tachometer is giving a false reading.
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