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    Replacing Throttle Cable on Johnson 8hp

    Hi Guys,<br />I would appreciate any advice re replacing a throttle cable on my 1988 Johnson 8 HP.<br />The cable goes to the tiller arm on this model, and the outer casing of the cable has fractured near where the tiller arm tilts. <br /><br />Although I have removed the outer and inner...
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    Downloading Diagrams

    Do any members know what happened to www.boaterssupply.com? They had a great range of parts, and also allowed the home mechanic to download diagram images.<br /><br />If they have closed shop, does anyone know of a similar site?
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    Johnson Carbureter

    I have an '85 Johnson 8 h.p. outboard wth idle problems. Motor starts first pull but will not continue idling without some choke. Runs for a minute or so with choke in, then starts to falter. Pulling on some choke immediately revives the revs, and it appears the motor will run all day with some...
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    Johnson Carburetor

    I have an '85 Johnson 8 h.p. outboard wth idle problems. Motor starts first pull but will not continue idling without some choke. Runs for a minute or so with choke in, then starts to falter. Pulling on some choke immediately revives the revs, and it appears the motor will run all day with some...
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    Removing carburetor from Johnson

    I have an '85 Johnson 8 HP with idle problems. Process of elimination indicates that the problem lies in the carb and I would like to remove this for cleaning and possible fitting of new kit if this is required. Removing the top section of the carb proved simple, as did undoing one of the nuts...
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    Year of motor

    I have an 8HP Johnson. Only numbers visible are: 330072 at rear, 327259 on the side and 396556CAV2 on the housing behind the start/rewind fitting. Given this info can anyone help with the year model please?
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