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  1. ragtop69gs

    150Hp Merc oil drain valve

    Went to change the oil on a 150hp 1150F13HD , it has the drain valve which should take 2 1/2 turns to open and drain the motor oil. 2 1/2 turns and no oil draining ! I removed the drain valve and found it to be plugged with what looks like a plastic substance, any guesses as to what it may be?
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    Need help identifing control cable

    I just picked up an old Crest pontoon boat, previous owner says boat and motor are 1972. The motor is a 50HP Johnson (Mod. 50ESL72C S/N 3638260) The Control box say's "HYDRO-ELECTRIC DRIVE" on the face. It only has 1 control cable that goes to the throttle and the cable is shot, Both...
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    Johnson Control box replacement

    I have a 1983 Johnson J35ELCTS , the control box is shot on it, the nylon or plastic parts are broken. I don't know what to look for as far as buying a new or preferably used control box. What years and horsepower motors would work for me? Here is a picture of what I have now.
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    Repowering..... Again!

    I've read all the threads about repowering with a larger OB motor but have not seen this question brought up. What are the determining factors used when an OEM specs up to xxxHp ? Is it the amount of gusseting, gauge of aluminum, length of boat ? My toon is rated upto 55hp but can get a...
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