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    Exhaust leak? Johnson 50hp -84

    Hi! I got a Johnson 1984 50hp. The engine leaks water and exhaust from the midsection (see picture). I am wondering if there is a leak from the exhaust housing, perhaps a need to change the gasket (0351019)? Also, I get this "gunk" around the engine, under the cowling. Wondering if that is also...
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    Weird short on one cylinder

    Hi everyone. I have a Johnson 50 -84. Background: I have had problems with the lower of the two cylinders. Rebuilt the carb, and switched to a spare coil. Changed powerpack. Got intermittent spark, but not running properly. Measured the ohms and everything checked out. The continuation...
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    Kill switch problem (Johnson 1984 50hp)

    Hi everyone. Im trying to get my trusted Johnson 50 to start. I think I have narrowed it down to the kill switch circuit, and Im trying to work my way down the CDI trouble shooting guide step by step. The first step is: 1. Disconnect the Black/Yellow stop wire AT THE POWER PACK and retest. If...
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