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    Johnson 3hp starts and dies after a couple of seconds

    I picked up a old Johnson 3hp(1954) as a project, and now Im stumped. So Ill start with what Ive done so far. When I got the motor the guy said it had sit for a couple of years. So with nothing to lose I put some fresh gas in her and pulled the rope a few times. I was able to start her at half...
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    Johnson or Montgomery Ward, which one??

    Im trying to find a little outboard for running around on the river. The current is not bad, we are go up river with a 55 pound thrust trolling motor, but it is slow. I have found two motors one is a Johnson Lightwin 3hp for $100, and the guy said it ran perfect 3 years ago, been in a garage...
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    Awaking 1982 115hp - idle is 1500 rpms

    I have a 1982 115hp Johnson that has been sitting 2-3 years and Im starting to go through it. compression was good on all 4 cylinders (within 10%). does 135psi sound high or is my gauge funny? Anyway the real question, the motor started up fine and idled wonderful, but was leaking fuel under...
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    First Time Fiberglasser- Couple of Questions

    I have a 73 Ranger, and Im in the process of replacing the deck. The stringers seemed fine, dry shavings and all, so it think im getting off with just doing the deck. The boat is only 44 inches wide, and im using 1/2 inch plywood. so how many layers of cloth do I need, how heavy of a cloth, and...
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