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    1979 70 hp Johnson - hard starting

    Help - we have a 1979 Johnson 70 hp outboard motor that we have issues restarting. We have good compression - new plugs - coil packs and power pack. The fuel pump was rebuilt. When the motor is cold it starts up great and runs smooth, but if we stop to fish or anything and try to restart - we...
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    1979 70hp johnson - issues restarting

    OK - I'm somewhat new to boating. I have a 15ft trihaul with a 1979 70hp johnson outboard. We replaced the coils since the wires appeared to be dry rotted. Fires right up runs strong and smooth. Stop to fish for an hour or so restarted fine. Moved to new location after a short ride (5 - 8 min.)...
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    1979 - 70 hp Johnson - HELP!!!!

    Hello, I'm new to boating and need help with a 1979 - 70 hp Johnson. We bought it knowing we will need to correct a few things. Replaced wrong starter selonid and spark plugs. Took the boat out for the first time and it ran perfect for the first 40 minutes, then lost all power to the motor - the...
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