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    Johnson 50 leaking oil from lower unit

    I was running my johnson 50 on muffs today and I noticed oil escaping from the joint where the lower unit attaches. I've never had this happen before and am wondering what has caused this now. I'm a real newby when it comes to working on outboards so would appreciate any help I can get on...
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    Throttle Cable Question

    When I first got my boat I assumed the motor was a 71 Evinrude as that is the year the boat is. I then figured out that it had to be a later model because it is not electric shift and I believe prior to 73 they were electric shift. So I then figured, well-maybe a 73-75. Now I'm not sure of that...
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    What makes your wife special (Mother's day tribute)

    I know Mother's day is supposed to be a time to honor your mother and my mother was special, but I want to take this opportunity to honor my wife also. I would like to say that I am about the luckiest guy around. My wife is a wonderful mother to our four kids (two hers and two mine). All of the...
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    Does anyone have unwanted bow cushions for 16ft SS?

    I was wondering if anyone might have a set of original bow cushions for and early 70s SS that they might not be going to use due to putting a casting deck in or etc...?
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    has anyone used Rustoleum Leak Seal Spray?

    Was at Home Depot today and saw a display of Rustoleum Leak seal spray. Don't know if it is a new product or not, but I have never seen it before. I have purchased Gluvit and will use it to seal the hull of my boat, but was just curious what others thoughts or experiences are with the Rusto...
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    Paint curing time

    Painted the hull of my boat this past weekend and was going to flip it and put back on trailer Saturday or Sunday. However, Momma told me I made a mistake painting it semi-gloss and that it needs to be glossy, so am going to give it a couple of coats of gloss either Thursday or Friday. I am...
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    Rivet size for Starcraft super sport

    I know this has been posted before, but when I search for "rivets" I get everything under the sun. Can someone tell me what size rivets I need to secure 1/2" ply decking on a 16' ss? Thanks in advance for any help.
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    50 hp evinrude wiring

    I have a 71 50 hp evinrude that I have been trying to locate a new wiring harness for. Have found harnesses for 74 and newer, but not for the 71. Does anyone know where I might find one or if one of the newer harnesses might work. Also I want to replace the wiring that goes from the wiring...
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    Cleaning older outboard

    My 71 evinrude has a lot of gunk in the upper housing. What is the best and safest way to clean it?
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    Transom help on Supersport.

    I am replacing the transom on my 70 Supersport even though the PO told me he had replaced it. From pictures I have seen on here of other transoms it seems to me that he put way to many bolts in the transom. I would appreciate it if I could see some good pic of transoms so I can visualize how...
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    Evinrude 50 horse - what year?

    Can anyone tell me where on an older evinrude 50 horse (late 70s my guess) the serial and model number would be? Found a plate on the mounting bracket, but it had been painted over and have not been able to get any info off of it
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    My new/old 1971 Starcraft SS

    I just purchased this 71 SS. Got it from a gentleman in Fayetville Arkansas for $800. Might be a little high for this, but Supersorts are pretty scarce here in Texas. The interior is mostly original and the 50 horse Evinrude supposedly runs great. My son picked it up for me today, so haven't...
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