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If memory serves me correctly, there is no issue with posting the pdf copies of these old service/parts manuals. To my knowledge the manufacturers did not copyright the service manuals back then. As an example I just took a quick look at the first and last 20 pages of the Johnson Red Book (thank you Chuck/Seakaye) and there is no copyright on it. Other than the “Clymer” type manuals, I don’t remember seeing copyrights on any of the OLD stuff. Recently however, manufacturers have been copyrighting these materials so end users have a very difficult time attempting repairs. But to my knowledge that is only over the last 15 or 20 years, if that long.
Additionally, even if the material in question is found to be copyrighted, I would think an argument could be made that the ‘use’ of the publication fits into the research exemption to copies/distribution?
Just my .02 cents. I had a tiny bit of experience with this in a past life, could be remembering incorrectly tho’.
Best Regards,
John Gragg
RIverside, CA
Just starting in the hobby, please be patient.
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