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    1985 Johnson 235 torque/pattern specs for heads

    Hello everyone, been a while, hope all is well. My brother-in-law bought a boat with a 1985 Johnson 235 on it and I can't find my book for it. I was hoping to replace one of the head gaskets by this weekend. Does anyone have the tightening pattern and the torque specs for this motor? I do own a...
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    1994 Mariner 40hp 4cyl. magnum temperature switch

    Hello everyone, I purchased a temperature switch # 87-16775A 3 recently and I received temp switch part # 87-96829A 1. Besides from the barrel/ring connection can anyone tell me the difference between these two switches? The threads are the same, I was wondering what the temerature was on...
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    1995 40hp 4 cyl. Mariner going premix

    Hello, if I disconnect the oil warning module the overheat alarm would still be connected right? I tried using a heat gun to set the alarm off but it's not working. I bought a new temp sender and have it hooked up to a brand new key assembly (15000A7). Any help is appreciated.
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    95 Mariner Magnum 40hp 4 cyl. overheating

    Hello, I've got a 95 Mariner Magnum 40hp that overheats within 5 minutes. I have replaced the oil warning module and the oil pressure switch and the oil tank is full. That being said the alarm does stop when I disconnect the module. But, when I start the motor the water coming out of the...
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    95' 40hp magnum overheat alarm at idle

    Hello, I've got a 95 Mariner Magnum 40hp 4 cyl. that the overheat alarm goes off after about 5 mins. of idleing. History: I took the boat out about 2 months ago for a 3 mile no wake run and a 1.5 mile w.o.t. run each way, no problem. Last time I took the boat out the alarm came on after the 3...
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    1995 Mariner 40hp Magnum won't idle

    Hello everyone, I've got a 1995 40hp Mariner Magnum 4 cyl. 2 stroke motor that won't idle when cold and will idle for a few minutes after run for a while. It runs great at 1000 to 5500 rpms and I get a top speed of 25 smph on plane on a 16' Sea Squirt. I was wondering if it was a timing issue? I...
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    1996 Mariner 40hp 4cyl. thermostat.

    Hello, I'm new to Merc/Mariner forum. I used to own a Johnson but found a good deal on a Mariner. Does the 4 cyl. 40hp have a thermostat? I have the manual and can't find a reference to any thermostat. Thanks in advance for any help. Kyle
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    Engine won't stop?

    Hey guys, I know most people can't get they're engine to run, but I can't get mine to shut down. I'm wondering if I have something wired incorrectly in the control box (ignition switch is a new Sierra replacement). The motor seems to bog down about 500 rpm when I turn the key off or pull the...
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    Now my 84 90hp won't Idle

    Hey guys, my Johnson '84 90hp (j90tlcrd) won't idle unles I keep the choke pushed until it almost stalls and then let it go until it almost stalls and so on and so on. I'm thinking the fuel pumps not working but I thought I'd ask the experts.
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    '84 90hp Carbs

    Hey guys, I'm rebuilding the carbs on my 1984 90 hp Johnson (J90TLCRD) and I noticed that they only have on set of jet screws, not high speed and low speed jet screws. Was this something that changed with the VRO system? Also, the base cover is plastic and the carbs look new. I've watched a...
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    VRO stuff

    Hello, I've got a 84/85 Johnson 90hp with the VRO fuel pump and all of the hoses that go with it. My question is, should I eliminate the VRO fuel pump and go with a normal one I have from my 81 Evinrude 90hp? Also, is this an easy switch? I have no intention of getting an oil tank. Thanks for...
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    Tilt trim motor

    Hello, I've got a transom bracket/tilt motor assembly from a 1982 Evinrude 90hp (E90MLCNB) that I'm putting on my 1981 Johnson 90hp. The reason is that the transom bracket I have on there now is from a Suzuki and the upper motor mount is rusted out bad, and the tilt motor is bad.. Here's my...
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    Tach issue, might be more!

    Hello, I've got a 1981 johnson 90hp motor I'm trying to connect the tach up to but I'm having a small problem. First things first, I don't have a rectifier or voltage regulator. I've been reading alot of previous posts about tachs as to not have to post myself but, here I am. Is that why I can't...
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    81 Johnson 90hp

    Hello guys, I've got a problem hooking up the controls to the above stated motor. I don't know what model it is, the mounting bracket says "Cabrea EL85/8501-820929". I was told it was a Suzuki trim/tilt. The issue I'm having souldn't be that difficult with your help. I have a manual for this...
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    Evinrude 8hp fuel problem.

    Hello everyone, I am new to this site and to outboard engines. I just bought a 12' jon boat with a 1984 Evinrude 8hp motor on it. I have replaced the throttle cable, rebuilt the carb, replaced the fuel pump, replaced the impeller, replaced the rewind spring and replaced the thermostat. The...
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