Reply To: 1983 70 HP Johnson poor running

[johnrude]

I replaced one coil, disassembled and cleaned the carburetors again and replaced all of the fuel hoses at the engine. Replaced one plastic fuel tank and fuel line and seems to run fine. I also disassembled the starter and replaced the brushes as well as cleaned the brush rubbing contact surface. Also replaced the roller bearing housing and seal just under the water pump. Hopefully that cures the water intrusion into the gear case. Fleetwin has been offering much appreciate guidance and suggestions that we will have to wait till next spring to try out.