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    1986 178xl chapparal cc

    Many boats out there with water logged foam.-----I think----" foam flotation "----Is a feature that looks good in the brochures for new boats.------Foam is not something you want when boat is 30 years old.
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    Cowl paint

    Perhaps a -----" TRACKER "----Brand model.
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    Pulse ports on Johnson GT150 1984

    Those pumps are driven by PRESSURE and not vacuum.----Are those ports at the back actually open ?-----Do they look open to you ?-----Part # of the pumps you are installing ?
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    1970 60hp 3cyl bogging when throttling up

    I suppose the newer ignition is worth a try.----Just find a donor motor at $200 and open your tool box.
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    Powering Question

    I like older 2 stroke motors.-----They are simple , cheap and easy to repair.----They use more fuel but that matters not for the amount of boating I do.------But the general public buys / wants 4 strokes that start by looking at and pushing a button.
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    Sluggish starting

    Some will argue.----No " money spent "steps to take.----Are you pushing the key in during cranking for start-up ?----Post your starting procedure.----Post compression test values.----Take starter apart for inspection and ohm test on armature.----Load test the battery.
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    1990 Johnson 25hp cowl paint info needed!

    Parts website gives paint code.-----There are places that can custom blend and produce a rattle can ( spray bomb ) for you.
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    Pulse ports on Johnson GT150 1984

    Those are the pulse ports for the 2 pumps.----No idea why someone would connect them with a hose.-----The pulse limiter is a FLOW FUSE for the VRO mixing pump.-----The pulse limiter is NOT NEEDED for the regular pumps.----Do a compression test on this motor for future reference.----Post your...
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    Pulse ports on Johnson GT150 1984

    You will find the 2 ports near the starter motor.-----Look for 2 plugs.
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    1982 140hp cylinders

    Well-----They " break " the outer race when it is new !!-----That is just about the only way you can install that bearing.----Take the bearing off and inspect it .
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    140 Etec too much weight/power

    Any flexing on an aluminum boat leads to cracking.----And is there a patch there already ??
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    Bow Eye Replacement

    I would fabricate a new one.-----1/4" stainless V with 3/8" stainless for 2 eyes.----I would not trust an aluminum one as it was made.------Less so a welded one.------Boat ( fiberglass ) that I am doing now has 2 stainless eyes.----Both anchored with composite material.-----Replaces the old one...
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    1970 60hp 3cyl bogging when throttling up

    I believe 5/8 turn out is the initial setting.----For a motor in good condition.----Then it needs to be fine tuned for actual conditions.
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    1982 140hp cylinders

    Take that main bearing off for inspection of crank journal and bearing rollers.
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    1982 140hp cylinders

    What are you showing with picture #8 ?---Looks like cylinders need to be bored.----But what size are the cylinders now ?--Looks like you have replace center bearing locating dowel.( fairly easy ) in my opinion.
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    1970 60hp 3cyl bogging when throttling up

    I guess I have to repeat.----Low speed mixture needles must be adjusted properly to avoid bogging !
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    1970 60hp 3cyl bogging when throttling up

    Low speed mixture needles must be set / adjusted for no bogging and smooth acceleration.----A minor mystery to some I believe.
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    Epoxy question.

    One solution is to use composite materials.------There are many choices to be found.-------Easy to search for on-line.----I am working on a project and there will be no wood in transom , floor , deck support and stringers.
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    2004 Johnson outboard engaging in nuetral

    Sounds like the shift rod connecter is not properly assembled.----Notches have to be lined up with holes before screw is put in.
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    1970 60hp 3cyl bogging when throttling up

    What are the slow speed needles set at ?----A primer bulb on a hose does NOT need to stay hard after motor starts.---A very common mis-understanding on that simple item.
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