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    Port Bank Cylinders Low Compression

    Different Compression on each Bank I know the possible causes of one cylinder being low on compression, but what about the entire bank being low? My port 3 cylinders are all lower than the starboard bank. These test were completed at 6,000 foot altitude, so they may all appear to be low...
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    1989 Johnson 175 - No Spark

    Well, spring is finally here. The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and the boat is on the fritz! :mad-new: 1) Big red plug is disconnected 2) Cranking with jumper very fast 3) No spark anywhere Can anyone suggest the next logical test to isolate the trouble?
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    Lowrance Bluewater Pro 1240a

    I bought an older Ranger boat last year, and spent the winter fixing it up a little. It has a Lowrance Bluewater Pro 1240a mounted in the dash. I didn't expect this thing to even work, but I turned it on, and it started flashing like crazy. I would like to know if this thing is even worth...
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    1989 175 Jet/Orifice Question?

    I am pretty confused about the jets in my engine. This part diagram for my carb shows item #3, which has three different options, with three different parts. #3 ? 320015 ? ORIFICE, IDLE AIR BLEED, 150, NO. 33 (2 required per assembly) #3 ? 323703 ? ORIFICE, IDLE AIR BLEED, NO. 36,175, MIDDLE...
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    Help re-jetting 1989 Johnson 175

    Hope I can get some help on this one? I have a 1989 Johnson GT 175 and I want to re-jet the high speed orifice. The current jets are 61C, which is one of the standard jets listed in the parts diagram, listed as part # 0320661. They also list a 56C as part # 0325019. These appear to be the...
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    1989 Johnson warning horn/buzzer

    When I bought this boat last summer, it had the usual assorted problems a neglected boat has. One of the problems is that the warning alarm didn't work. It didn't work in the boat, or when I tried to connect it directly to voltage. I replaced it with the only 12v horn I could find from an auto...
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    89 Johnson 175 ? Starter won?t stay engaged?

    I have a 1989 175 that runs well, and starts immediately when warm. But when cold, as soon as any cylinder fires, the starter disengages. I am certain that if the starter would remain engaged for a few seconds, the motor would start right up. Because of this, it takes me about 30-50 tries to...
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    Experienced boat painter?s advice PLEASE?

    Not that general opinions aren't great, but I need advice from those who have actually painted or refinished boats. Whether wet sanded and re-coated, complete color change, or new gel coat, I could really use some practical advice on how to proceed. I just bought a 1987 Ranger with the usual...
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    Does this indicate my transom is good?

    Although I thought the Ranger 360v I just bought was a 1989, I just found out it is 1987. This only matters because they stopped using wood in the transom sometime in 1988-89, and this pertains to my question. While installing a transducer on the bottom of the transom, I noticed that the wood...
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    Can I use this temp gauge?

    I am putting all new gauges in my boat, and I obviously prefer that they all be from the same manufacturer. I am looking at the Faria Euro White series, but they only offer what they call a Water Temp Gauge? I actually want to have two Cylinder Head Temp gauges, and my question is will these...
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    Just clear coat on top?

    I just bought a 1989 Ranger boat. The boat is in good shape, except for parts of the deck, and I would like to get that back original condition. Below the rub rail, the hull looks new, and I mean NEW! No scratches, dings, or anything. A little wax on the colored section, and it could be back...
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    1989 GT175 No spark on starboard bank - Help!

    Looking for the reason I have great spark, 7/16 inch, on port bank, and NO spark on starboard. 1989 GT175 Thanks
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    89, 175 GT-One low cylinder

    1989, 175 GT Can I get some feedback on what to do if one cylinders compression is low? All cylinders are 95-100 except one which is 80. Is this a definite big problem, or is there hope to get more life out of this for the next 5 months? Then, I can address during the winter. Any suggested...
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    Fuel pouring out of choke (picture)

    Re: Fuel pouring out of choke (picture) Ok, here is a better pic. Based on how little I know about outboard motors, I would just ignore most of what I have said about choke or whatever, and just look at this picture. There is a schrader valve attached to this lever also, and I suspect it is...
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    Fuel pouring out of choke (picture)

    I have a 1989 Johnson 175 GT that I am working on. It is very hard starting because the starter seems to disengage at the slightest sign of starting. I have read that these are designed this way, but it prevents any cranking because when even one cylinder fires, the starter disengages. The...
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    Help selecting a gauge set

    I just bought a 1989 Ranger 360v, with a 175 HP Johnson. Happily, the boat runs great, and I have been addressing issues as I think they should be prioritized. I have disconnected the VRO and am now running premix. The VRO was shot, and since the alarm system on the boat wasn't working...
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    How to remove OMC throttle lever on Ranger

    I have a 1989 Ranger 360 V with an OMC throttle lever. The previous owner added a HotFoot throttle pedal that I would like to remove and go back to the standard lever. It seems that I have almost zero access to the back side of this hidden throttle. The fuse panel and the live well valve...
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    Where is my Ranger bilge pump?

    Hi All, New to the forum, and just bought a used (1989) Ranger 360v. There are many small things I need to fix, and the first is the bilge pump. Problem is, I don't know where to find the darn thing! Can anyone direct me? I have owned a few boats, but this bass boat is a little tight on...
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