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by vernonfarmer
Sun Jan 04, 2015 12:53 pm
Forum: Engines
Topic: Coil conversion?
Replies: 2
Views: 12439

Re: Coil conversion?

Thanks, Phil. Would you believe I just had brunch this morning with the local chapter president of AOMC and FORGOT TO ASK HIM! DOH!
Sucks to get old.....
by vernonfarmer
Wed Dec 24, 2014 6:54 am
Forum: Engines
Topic: Coil conversion?
Replies: 2
Views: 12439

Coil conversion?

Has anyone converted their two cycle outboard coils to automotive-type coils? I have a 1959 McCullough Flying Scott. It has three coils and I keep having issues with one or more cylinder "missing". I saw a motor similar to mine a few years ago and it had the automotive coils on it. That bo...
by vernonfarmer
Thu Aug 08, 2013 4:10 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Chetek, WI fly-in and boat show
Replies: 2
Views: 9624

Re: Chetek, WI fly-in and boat show

If you go on Saturday, you'll be 24 hours early! Show is on SUNDAY AUGUST 11.
by vernonfarmer
Fri Jul 12, 2013 5:24 pm
Forum: Engines
Topic: Black oily stuff-Johnson 35hp
Replies: 6
Views: 19879

Re: Black oily stuff-Johnson 35hp

I like what you are selling, Torchie. I'm not near the motor. How does one check for proper seating and then make the fix?

John
by vernonfarmer
Sat Jul 06, 2013 2:13 pm
Forum: Engines
Topic: Black oily stuff-Johnson 35hp
Replies: 6
Views: 19879

Black oily stuff-Johnson 35hp

Hope someone can I.D. this issue for me.... '57 Johnson 35hp. Black oil stuff running down the side of the motor. Motor runs a little rough, sometimes seems to be on one cylinder and then back to two. Changed the coils and plug wires. I wonder if the bottom engine seal is the culprit? http://i209.ph...
by vernonfarmer
Fri Aug 10, 2012 7:11 am
Forum: Engines
Topic: Control Cables Too Long
Replies: 1
Views: 10664

Control Cables Too Long

Johnson control cables are way too long for the boat. How do you deal with this? Is there a correct way to shorten them? Engine-side or control-side?
I'm talking about 5 feet worth too long!

Thanks,
John
by vernonfarmer
Tue Jul 24, 2012 3:16 pm
Forum: Engines
Topic: 1958 35hp sea horse long to short conversion
Replies: 4
Views: 16740

1958 35hp sea horse long to short conversion

I've got a Johnson RDSL-20 long shaft motor I'd like to put on a 14' Cruisers Inc Holiday. The boat has a 15" transom. I have a short drive shaft but wonder about the water tubes and the shift rod. Taking the 5" spacer out...does that mean I need to cut 5" off the water tubes and shif...
by vernonfarmer
Wed Jul 18, 2012 6:14 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: Fuel Can Decals
Replies: 6
Views: 9422

It may be a while before I need them. Let me know if you find 'em. I'll check in before I order from Peter.
by vernonfarmer
Wed Jul 18, 2012 4:24 am
Forum: Restoration
Topic: Fuel Can Decals
Replies: 6
Views: 9422

I'm going to be late for work due to that site! Thanks!
by vernonfarmer
Tue Jul 17, 2012 7:37 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: Finally Done
Replies: 8
Views: 12160

How proud you must be! Congratulations on an outstanding project and end result. People like you with the passion for preserving the art of wood boats are a special lot. Hats off, my friend!
by vernonfarmer
Tue Jul 17, 2012 6:32 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: Fuel Can Decals
Replies: 6
Views: 9422

Fuel Can Decals

Does anyone know where I can get decals for the Johnson Mile Master gas can? Would like to paint and re-decal if possible.
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by vernonfarmer
Tue Jun 26, 2012 3:41 pm
Forum: Engines
Topic: Twin Engines
Replies: 12
Views: 33645

Excellent! Now where do I find motors as nice as yours, Andreas!
by vernonfarmer
Tue Jun 26, 2012 3:42 am
Forum: Engines
Topic: Twin Engines
Replies: 12
Views: 33645

Thanks, Phill...that's one thing I can't blame on the bourbon! My sister in law has just purchased a 16' Yellow Jacket. She thinks it would look really cool with twin 35's on it. Finding one nice vintage motor is one thing. But two....and one that spins in the opposite direction, yet....sounds like ...
by vernonfarmer
Mon Jun 25, 2012 6:49 pm
Forum: Engines
Topic: Twin Engines
Replies: 12
Views: 33645

Somewhere I heard (read?) that twin outboards need to turn the props in opposite directions. Is this true or did I make this up in a bourbon induced haze?
by vernonfarmer
Wed May 23, 2012 7:59 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: I have finned fiberglass!
Replies: 3
Views: 9912

Can't beat free fins! Got me one of those steering wheels, too!